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Parts of the Saddle and BridleParts of the Saddle and Bridle

Parts of the Saddle and Bridle

Test your skills on labeling the parts of the saddle and bridle for both English and western riding! Fill in…

4 years ago
Take the Reins: The Ins and Outs of 4 Common Types of Western ReinsTake the Reins: The Ins and Outs of 4 Common Types of Western Reins

Take the Reins: The Ins and Outs of 4 Common Types of Western Reins

Reins are the key to communicating with your horse from the saddle. Used to cue and control direction and speed,…

4 years ago
My Saddle is Crippling Me: The Effects of a Poor-Fitting Saddle on the Rider’s BodyMy Saddle is Crippling Me: The Effects of a Poor-Fitting Saddle on the Rider’s Body

My Saddle is Crippling Me: The Effects of a Poor-Fitting Saddle on the Rider’s Body

I pride myself on giving my pony the best of everything: a relaxed barn with ample turnout, regular bodywork, and…

5 years ago
Trail Riding Tack and Gear: Trail EssentialsTrail Riding Tack and Gear: Trail Essentials

Trail Riding Tack and Gear: Trail Essentials

Trail riding is a favorite among many riders. Don't go out unprepared. Have the right trail riding tack and gear…

5 years ago
English Bit BasicsEnglish Bit Basics

English Bit Basics

The number of bits available are almost limitless. Most of us have a pretty hefty collection, and even then it’s…

6 years ago
How to Tack Up for Western RidingHow to Tack Up for Western Riding

How to Tack Up for Western Riding

You can ride western in a snaffle or curb bit, depending on what your horse goes best in. Your saddle…

6 years ago
How to Host a Tack SwapHow to Host a Tack Swap

How to Host a Tack Swap

All horse people have it: piles of tack, blankets and other equine gear they don’t use, but aren’t quite sure…

7 years ago
How to Organize Your Tack TrunkHow to Organize Your Tack Trunk

How to Organize Your Tack Trunk

By the middle of summer, your tack trunk or tack locker has probably become a bit of a mess—or, if…

8 years ago
The Dirty Details on Cleaning Your TackThe Dirty Details on Cleaning Your Tack

The Dirty Details on Cleaning Your Tack

Nothing makes me cringe more than seeing tack that was once nice lying in a dirty heap on the bottom…

9 years ago
Get Rid of Mold on Your TackGet Rid of Mold on Your Tack

Get Rid of Mold on Your Tack

  Wet, humid conditions can lead to a tack room full of moldy saddles and bridles, not to mention saddle…

9 years ago