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Tack and Equipment

This parent category features all articles published by Horse Illustrated on tack and equipment. To drill down further for tack OR equipment, check out our related subcategories. Whether it's for English riding, western riding, trail riding, or a specific discipline, we have more information on the best options to purchase, how to choose and what to look for, special equipment for added comfort for you and your horse, and so much more. Topics include more information on saddles, bridles, bits, hackamores, bitless bridles, horse boots, safety vests, blankets, sheets, saddle pads, etc. Comfort and safety are of utmost importance for both horse and rider.

Saddle fitting can be intimidating, but understanding the basics allows you to choose a saddle that best fits you and your horse. Not only is a good-fitting saddle more enjoyable to ride in, but ill-fitting saddles can also cause...
These handy devices alert EMS or contacts in case of emergency. Some feature fall-detection, GPS location and two-way communication as well—all useful tools and alerts for equestrians in case of an emergency.Medical Guardian Pendant, Clip-on or Watch Features GPS location...
Horses are physiologically designed to graze nearly constantly (up to 15 hours a day), but health issues such as obesity and high risk for grass founder can make it necessary to restrict their grass intake. Though the idea of...
Horse Side Vet Guide This app has an extensive amount of how-to videos and interactive tools to help you with everything related to your horse’s health, nutrition, medications, hoof and dental care, barn safety and first-aid while standing right next...
It is amazing what a little frustration can make someone do. Madison Smith, founder of Nikovian Equestrian, never met a horse she didn’t love, but the same could not be said for the apparel she had to wear while riding.Breeches...
Identifying the proper saddle fit for your horse can prolong his career and improve quality of each ride. By fitting your horse correctly, you allow proper mobility of the shoulder muscles so will get better movement out of your...
Many of us depend on trainers or friends to haul our horses to competitions, trailheads, or emergency veterinary appointments. That’s a sufficient strategy for some, but there’s a particular sort of freedom that comes from taking the leap and...
A stylish look, comfort, and state-of-the-art technology: today’s riding helmets check all the boxes for style and safety. Whatever your equestrian passion, there’s a helmet to suit your needs. And with a growing industry dedicated to continual developments in...
A staple piece of tack for many West Coast western riders, romal reins can be a bit of a mystery if you learned how to ride in the eastern parts of the United States. While this rein started as...
Flappers in the 1920s. Hippies in the 1960s. Preppies and punks in the 1980s. And now, equestrians. Throughout history, people have used clothing and accessories as a means of personal expression. Today, the contagious pursuit of the “matchy-matchy” equestrian...
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