Many times, I have seen riders canter to the first jump of a course and have it be less than…
Split reins are by far the most versatile type of reins used in western riding, but they can be a…
Marked by fluid lead changes around a cone-marked course, western riding is a challenging class for all-around competitors. But with…
Developing a special partnership with a horse takes equal parts hard work, perseverance, and passion, but once formed, such a…
A versatile ranch horse can do anything his rider asks—including pulling gear or livestock with a rope connected to the…
The type of saddle you first sat in does not need to be your last. Changing riding disciplines can help…
The Thoroughbred horse is the fastest in the world, and it’s no wonder. Since the 1700s, Thoroughbreds have been bred…
When competing with horses, there are a lot of things you can’t control. You can’t control the schedule. You can’t…
To reach the point in the reining arena where you’ll slide to a stop, you must first build up speed…
Of all the ranch versatility events, ranch riding has gained the most popularity; it’s also become the most competitive. If…