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Horse Riding Disciplines

Molly Powell’s Winning Barrel Runs

Molly Powell is a top barrel racing competitor and clinician and holds the title of 2004 World Reserve Barrel Racing Champion.…

15 years ago


Safe Driver Checkpoints

Anyone who has witnessed, or been involved in, an accident with a horse-drawn vehicle knows how horrific the consequences can…

16 years ago

Sleigh Rides: Trotting Through a Winter Wonderland

  Everybody associates holiday sleigh rides with a jolly, fat guy in a red suit, yet did you know that…

16 years ago

A Classical Act

Dancing horses and dramatic equestrian theater such as “Cheval” and “Cavalia” have captivated audiences, attracting attention from equestrians and the…

16 years ago

Hand Position for Hunt Seat Riders

The trained eye of a horse show judge sees nearly everything. Riders who believe they’ve ridden a perfect round over…

16 years ago

The Shoulder-Fore: Shoulder-in Training Wheels

The shoulder-in is one of the best exercises for suppling a horse, building his strength, and increasing his freedom in the…

16 years ago

The Lazy Jumper

Q. My seasoned jumper is a “been there, done that” kind of horse. But lately he’s been dropping rails, almost…

16 years ago

Ask the Expert: Shifting Weight in Barrel Racing

Photo: micadew on flickr/CC BY-SA 2.0 Q. How should I shift my weight while going toward, around and then away…

16 years ago

How to Band a Western Horse’s Mane

Here are some simple steps for mane banding from expert groomer Casey Warren. But before you begin, check competition rules…

16 years ago

What is a Reining Bit?

Q. I see bits in catalogs called “reining bits.” Is that what I should ride my reining horse in? A.…

16 years ago