Shalisha Alston If you’re looking for style and variety, then the Ariat Women’s Cowboy Boots are the way to go. But did you know that this wasn’t always the case? Cowboy boots are a relatively newer invention compared to the history of equestrianism. And while style is kind of a big deal when it comes to women’s … Read more
What are the best barrel racing horse breeds for barrel racing? Not many equine sports can match the thrill of barrel racing. And if you plan to pursue barrel racing as a career, you’ll want a horse that gives you the greatest chance of success. That means, you’ve got to choose from the best barrel … Read more
How to groom a horse for beginners. Hmmm… If you’re reading this, then odds are you’re learning how to groom your horse as a beginner. Horse grooming is an essential responsibility of an equestrian. As humans, our jobs often require us to be well-groomed. Therefore, it’s no surprise that our equine friends need to be … Read more
A Cashel Trail Saddle used, should be music to everyone’s ears. The problem is, they usually sell out fast. Why? Because Cashel saddles, even the used ones, are high-end saddles. They’re made with the highest quality materials. Their saddles last a long time. What Does Cashel Specialize In? Cashel saddles are made to be safe, … Read more
How to clean a western saddle, if you own one, is something you definitely need to know. Without proper care, normal wear and tear from use, and the environment it’s kept in, your leather saddle will degrade. And if you ignore your saddle too long, it will eventually reach a point where cleaning and conditioning … Read more
What are all around work saddles great for? If you have dreams of racing your horse in the Kentucky Derby and watching him gallop around the racetrack at breakneck speeds, you’d do well to have a thoroughbred. However, if you just need help moving large numbers of sheep across your farm, a simple draft horse … Read more
What are barrel racing saddles? Before I answer this question, you need to know what barrel racing is. Barrel racing is a rodeo event wherein a horse and its rider ride around a clover-leaf pattern around 3 barrels. The goal is to finish riding around the clover-leaf pattern in the quickest possible time without knocking over … Read more
Who would want to miss a cutting horse saddles sale? For you novices, what is a cutting horse saddle, and what’s it used for? A cutting horse saddle is designed to be used for separating a single steer, cow or calf from the herd. “Cutting” can be used as a sport or a job. Depending … Read more
What are draft horse saddles? Why were they made? What are their features? Before I answer those questions, I need to first explain who/what they are made for. Draft horse saddles are made for draft horses. The Draft Horse The draft horse is a large, stocky, heavy horse. Initially, they were bred to perform farming … Read more
What is an Endurance Horse Saddle? Before I answer that question, let me explain what endurance riding is. Endurance riding is a worldwide competition equestrian sport involving long-distance racing. This equestrian sport challenges distance, terrain and stamina of the horse and rider. Two Types of Endurance Riding There are two types of long-distance riding in … Read more