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The Brands Behind The Barn Aisle

Staff

A continuing series sharing the stories, craftsmanship, and horse-world roots of some of our favorite equestrian brands. During a period of change across the equestrian industry, we’re taking a closer...

The Brands Behind The Barn Aisle

Staff

A continuing series sharing the stories, craftsmanship, and horse-world roots of some of our favorite equestrian brands. During a period of change across the equestrian industry, we’re taking a closer...

Samshield Miss Shield 2.0 Review

Samshield Miss Shield 2.0 Review: A Fit-Focused...

Michelle Drum

The Samshield Miss Shield 2.0 is the helmet you’ll see on half the riders in any A-circuit hunter ring. At $649, it’s also one of the bigger investments you’ll make...

Samshield Miss Shield 2.0 Review: A Fit-Focused...

Michelle Drum

The Samshield Miss Shield 2.0 is the helmet you’ll see on half the riders in any A-circuit hunter ring. At $649, it’s also one of the bigger investments you’ll make...

horse getting PPE

Horse Buying Mistakes: What First-Time Owners G...

Michelle Drum

The most common horse buying mistakes include skipping the pre-purchase vet exam, buying a horse above your current skill level, prioritizing looks over temperament, and purchasing sight-unseen without enough test...

Horse Buying Mistakes: What First-Time Owners G...

Michelle Drum

The most common horse buying mistakes include skipping the pre-purchase vet exam, buying a horse above your current skill level, prioritizing looks over temperament, and purchasing sight-unseen without enough test...

English rider clearing a jump

Summer Equestrian Clothing Lookbook: Lightweigh...

Michelle Drum

Heat and humidity change everything about how you dress for riding. The gear that works in winter and early spring becomes unbearable by July, when you’re spending hours in the...

Summer Equestrian Clothing Lookbook: Lightweigh...

Michelle Drum

Heat and humidity change everything about how you dress for riding. The gear that works in winter and early spring becomes unbearable by July, when you’re spending hours in the...

How to Measure an English Saddle: Complete Guide for Riders

How to Measure an English Saddle: Complete Guid...

Michelle Drum

When selecting a saddle, you want to choose one that is suitable to your riding discipline and is a good fit for you and your horse. Learn how to measure....

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How to Measure an English Saddle: Complete Guid...

Michelle Drum

When selecting a saddle, you want to choose one that is suitable to your riding discipline and is a good fit for you and your horse. Learn how to measure....

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Can You Ride a Horse While Pregnant? What Riders Need to Know

Can You Ride a Horse While Pregnant? What Rider...

Michelle Drum

While you’re pregnant, it often comes with a mental checklist of things to reconsider—and for riders, the question of whether to keep riding usually lands near the top. It’s a...

Can You Ride a Horse While Pregnant? What Rider...

Michelle Drum

While you’re pregnant, it often comes with a mental checklist of things to reconsider—and for riders, the question of whether to keep riding usually lands near the top. It’s a...

No matter which English discipline you ride in, if you compete you'll need a hairnet to keep tame those locks. Check out our hair net guide, reviews and video tutorial . We've got all the tricks to help you master your hairnet skills!

How to Put Your Hair Up in a Hairnet for Riding

Staff

Equestrians all have a favorite hairnet style. No matter which english discipline you compete in, your bound to have to tidy up those locks under your helmet at shows, Here...

How to Put Your Hair Up in a Hairnet for Riding

Staff

Equestrians all have a favorite hairnet style. No matter which english discipline you compete in, your bound to have to tidy up those locks under your helmet at shows, Here...

U.S. College and University Equestrian Scholarships: Schools, Requirements, and How to Earn One

U.S. College and University Equestrian Scholars...

Michelle Drum

If you’re starting to think about riding in college, this guide breaks down how equestrian scholarships work, who qualifies, where to look, and how to build an application that gets...

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U.S. College and University Equestrian Scholars...

Michelle Drum

If you’re starting to think about riding in college, this guide breaks down how equestrian scholarships work, who qualifies, where to look, and how to build an application that gets...

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Steven Loheac Horse Transportation

Equestrian Guide To Commercially Shipping Your ...

Michelle Drum

Not everyone has the luxury of owning their own truck and trailer. Even for those of us who are fortunate enough to have a truck and trailer at our disposal,...

Equestrian Guide To Commercially Shipping Your ...

Michelle Drum

Not everyone has the luxury of owning their own truck and trailer. Even for those of us who are fortunate enough to have a truck and trailer at our disposal,...

Meriel Curtin competing in showjumping at World Equestrian Cente

Meriel Curtin’s Journey to Reserve Champion at WEC

Kristina Lewis

At just 17 years old, Meriel Curtin is already proving that success in the equestrian world is not just about talent. It takes grit, sacrifice, and a serious work ethic....

Meriel Curtin’s Journey to Reserve Champion at WEC

Kristina Lewis

At just 17 years old, Meriel Curtin is already proving that success in the equestrian world is not just about talent. It takes grit, sacrifice, and a serious work ethic....

Silhouette of horse and owner at sunset representing the emotional bond between horses and riders

We’re Not Casually Into Horses: The Stories Beh...

Kristina Lewis

What Got You Into Horses? Some stories started exactly how you would expect. “I pretty much wanted to ride horses since the day I was born.” For others, it only...

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We’re Not Casually Into Horses: The Stories Beh...

Kristina Lewis

What Got You Into Horses? Some stories started exactly how you would expect. “I pretty much wanted to ride horses since the day I was born.” For others, it only...

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DIY Barn Easter Baskets for gifts or photo props

DIY Barn Easter Basket

Michelle Drum

DIY Barn Easter Basket For Friends, Barnmates, or for a Photo Shoot Prop (Anyone Can Make This!) If you’ve been following our social media or browsing our website long enough,...

DIY Barn Easter Basket

Michelle Drum

DIY Barn Easter Basket For Friends, Barnmates, or for a Photo Shoot Prop (Anyone Can Make This!) If you’ve been following our social media or browsing our website long enough,...