Western Riding
Using Romal Reins to Improve Communication
A staple piece of tack for many West Coast western riders, romal reins can be a bit of a mystery…
Better than Fiction: The Founder of Cowboy Dressage
Life can surpass the best of fiction, particularly for someone like Eitan Beth-Halachmy, the founder of cowboy dressage. Called “8”…
American Saddlebreds Get Western
Years ago, if you attended a Saddlebred horse show, you could expect to see high-stepping, animated horses shown in saddle…
Find Your Pocket in Barrel Racing
The shortest distance between two points may be a straight line, but it’s not always the fastest—especially in barrel racing.…
No Bridle, No Problem: Is Riding Bridleless Right for You and Your Horse?
If you’ve been to a horse expo, you’ve probably seen a bridleless riding demonstration. The lack of tack looks like…
Western Lesson: Reining Spins That Win
The horse spins to the right, then left, at a reining show. With his full body engaged and his hindquarters…
Ranch Riding Rundown
Ranch riding tops the list as one of the most popular western show classes. The appeal? A class that riders…
Change Your Mindset, Improve Your Horseback Riding Skills
Success in the arena with your horseback riding starts with the right mindset. Riders can learn from athletes how to…
Western Trail Class Dos and Don’ts
To score well in horse show trail classes, you must pay attention to details. Glancing in the wrong direction or…
Dress to Impress in Your Next Western Show Class
You’ve been practicing your maneuvers and getting your horse ready to show off his moves in western classes. But now…