As adults, vacation days are few and far between. Precious free time is used not only for traveling the world,…
The 4-D format has become quite popular in barrel racing, thanks in large part to the National Barrel Racing Association…
Go to any barrel racing or pole bending competition, and you’re bound to see at least a few horses spinning…
Whether your young horse has come of age, or your more mature mount is ready for a change of careers,…
Aside from the thrill of speed, what draws many riders to barrel racing is the fact that it’s a purely…
A systematic training approach addresses your horse’s fitness from head to tail. Whether you run barrels or trail ride,…
Aside from barrel racing, pole bending is the most popular speed event in America. Throughout show season, at local competitions,…
About the AuthorKim and Kari Baker are identical twins who raise Appaloosas on their Montana ranch. Do you often hanker…
Practice makes perfect, right? Yes, but if your speed event practice consists of running a pattern over and over again,…
Neck reining to a western horse is like a steering wheel is to a car. Without it, you have no…