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Horse Speed Events

Fallon Taylor: Life in the Fast Lane

There’s never a dull moment for barrel racer Fallon Taylor. From qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) seven times…

8 years ago


Learning the Barrel Pattern

Q: I’m teaching my horse the barrel pattern, but I can’t keep him in a lope. How do I fix…

8 years ago

How to Train to Win Speed Events

Blistering turns and smokin’ straight-a-ways mean big wins at gymkhana events. It’s also incredibly fun! On the other hand, top…

8 years ago

Barrel Racing Repair Kit

That rush of adrenaline powers you through the cloverleaf pattern, knowing that just a hundredth of a second will make…

9 years ago

Your Horse Life: Off-Track Thoroughbreds Shine in Barrel Racing

In September 2014, the second annual Ultimate X Showdown in Ohio gave barrel racing trainers a chance to showcase off-track…

9 years ago

My Horse is Scared of Barrels

Q: My horse and I are trying barrels, but he seems to be a little afraid of them. I’ve been…

9 years ago

Five Pole Bending Tips

If you’re lucky enough to ride a really good games horse, it’s sometimes easy to forget that he still needs…

9 years ago

Master the Pole Bending Pattern

If the speed and precision of pole bending has ever called to you, it’s time to give it a whirl.…

9 years ago

Riding the Money Barrel

  The money barrel, the first one in a barrel racing pattern, sets up your entire run. Success depends on…

9 years ago

Barrel Racing Troubleshooter

You’re in the alley ready for your barrel run, and your horse is just as excited as you are. But…

9 years ago