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Western Riding

Four-Way Stop

Would you be able to stop your horse if he spooked and took off? "Most of us prefer not to…

13 years ago


Test Riding a Cutting Horse

In spring 2006, two of HI’s editors, Toni McAllister and Micaela Myers, attended a Galles-Harrel cutting clinic in Menifee, Calif.,…

13 years ago

Horsemanship How-to: Help Your Horse Hold the Canter

  Maintaining a balanced, consistent, and controlled canter on the correct lead presents enough challenges. But what if your horse…

13 years ago

Horsemanship How-to: Sit the Jog Better

Part of the allure of riding western is sitting astride a slow-legged horse as it moseys along at a jog.…

13 years ago

Jonathan Field: Building Partnership through Leadership Video

Trainer and clinician Jonathan Field demonstrates how to develop a partnership with your horse and keep him focused on you,…

13 years ago

Soft hands to engage your horse’s hindquarters

A sports car driver directly influences the outcome of the car's performance. When your vehicle has four legs instead of…

13 years ago

Online Tack and Horse Equipment Guide: Chicago Screws

Though tack designed with a working western flair is popular, complete with narrow leather ties securing bits and reins to…

13 years ago

Horsemanship How-to: Hold Reins Correctly

Both English and western riders can sometimes be misguided as to how to hold the reins correctly. That diminishes their…

13 years ago

Question of the Week: Rambunctious Trail Horse

Q: My gelding is a great ride in the round pen or on a trail, but as soon as I…

13 years ago

A Weekly Barrel Racing Workout is in the Can

Barrel racers know that overpracticing the pattern can sour a speed horse. But what do the pros do during the…

13 years ago