Horse Gear

I know it can be tough to find a waterproof pair of river boots that are not only stylish but also comfortable to wear for extended periods. Plus, even if you find a couple with these qualities, there is no guarantee that that pair will be widely available. Suppose you also happen to be new […]

If you’re looking for the best saddle soap options for cleaning your tack, you’ve come to the right place. Call me crazy, but tack cleaning is one of my favorite barn chores. I love the smell of old leather and polishing it till it shines. I’ve cleaned a lot of tack in my years of

Spurs are ancillary aid, in addition to a riding-whip, that gives riders more control over the horse. They are specialized riding accessories that trained riders should only use. Misuse of spurs may cause your horse to have dead sides, which means they will no longer respond to command and light cues. Now, when it comes

A truly lucky pony gets a show halter in addition to their barn halter. It may seem odd, but some ponies even love their show halters. They get excited when you pick the halter up, or they see it go in the trailer, and they have a special spring in their step while it’s on.

One of the first pairs of boots you would have got when you were a child and started your horseback riding lessons would have been paddock. A good rule of thumb to follow is if your horse is still overreaching despite the hooves being trimmed and their gait being its best – go grab a

It isn’t easy finding the best breast collar for horses. Firstly, there are so many around. Secondly, how do you know which is the right type, material, and size for your horse? Not every rider considers a breast collar to be an essential item, yet their benefits are hard to disagree with, in my opinion.

Oh, so you’re a good rider then? It is incredible what the human body can do, and our ability to stick to a horse without stirrups never ceases to amaze me. Unfortunately, many equestrians will never put the work in to ride proficiently without stirrups. If you’re on this buying guide, then that’s not you,

In the western world, we love a bitless bridle. These bridles fit well with our riding style, and we love showing off as much of our horse’s face, uninhibited by bit or leather, as possible. You may not always hear us call it one because we always have to have a cooler-sounding name for everything.

If you’re using an English saddle and are looking for extra comfort for your horse, then an English saddle pad could be the solution. However, finding the perfect one for your saddle, horse, and other requirements can be challenging. English saddle pads can be made from various materials, come in various sizes, and have a

I was four years old when I told my parents I wanted a horse. We were living in a duplex in the suburbs of Chicago with a teeny-tiny yard that could be push-mowed in 45 minutes. Not exactly the ideal place to have a horse. But I was determined to make it happen. So my