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Western Riding

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…

2 years ago


Ranch Riding Rundown

Ranch riding tops the list as one of the most popular western show classes. The appeal? A class that riders…

2 years ago

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…

2 years ago

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…

2 years ago

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…

2 years ago

Riata Ranch Cowboy Girls

Trick riders at work are a sight to behold. Watching them swing around, perform handstands, and dangle inches from the…

3 years ago

Podcast Episode #5: Breakaway Roping, Brooke USA and Bolder, Braver, Brighter for Sept 28, 2021 by Straight Arrow Products

In the fifth episode of The Horse Illustrated Episode of Horses in the Morning, sponsored by Title Sponsor Straight Arrow…

3 years ago

Breaking the Mold: Breakaway Roping with Jackie Crawford

Along the short end of the arena sits an enclosed play area filled with toys, a small trampoline, Tonka tractors…

3 years ago

Master Sliding Stops in Reining

The sliding stop is reining’s signature maneuver. The horse runs at top speed down the length of the arena, and then…

3 years ago

Western Lesson: Introduce Your Horse to a Baby Pool

Baby pool water obstacles are common in trail classes. Plus, splashing in a baby pool is a great way to…

3 years ago