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HI Spy: Your Equestrian Splurge

As a horse person, you’re probably used to shopping on a budget. Just covering the equine basics gets pretty expensive, and once you add in extras like riding clothes, new tack and the occasional horse show, there isn’t much left over for impulse purchases.



If you were granted one horse-related item for free, what would it be? The possibilities are endless. You could go for the fancy saddle you’ve been eyeing at your local tack shop, a new show outfit or a state-of-the-art horse trailer. Maybe you’d really make it count by putting an indoor arena in your backyard or adding another horse to your herd.



Share the one item you would use your free splurge on by clicking “Submit a Comment” below. Some of the answers may be selected for a future issue of Horse Illustrated.

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  • I would absolutely love automatic waterers. Carrying heavy buckets around the barn is probably my least favorite barn chore and automatic waterers would be a great way to make my job easier!

  • If I could have anything horse related for free it would have to be an actual horse barn with stalls instead of a dairy barn with concrete flooring that the horses can fall on.

  • I would be absolutely thrilled if I got a free pair of Ariat westChester zip dress boots. Finally I would look professional!

  • I would love for someone to give me a horse trailer. It doesn't have to state of the art just one my horse would willingly walk in. He prefers stock trailers with swinging doors. It wouldn't even have to be brand new just useable with good floor and lights bumper hitch. It would be so nice not to have to depend on others to haul us around.

  • If I could get any horsie purchase for free it would be a horse in general. Growing up I never had the money for one because I have a big family. Just getting a horse would make my world complete!

  • If I could have a horsey purchase givin to me, I would love to have an arena. Nothing fancy,just some no climb horse fence with t post.Have been trying to save up for it, but always use the money for something else I NEED. Would love to get back in the saddle.

  • If I could have one horsey purchase given to me, it would be a horse trailer. There is match to the feeling that you have your own horsey rig and are free and independent.

  • If I could have one horsey purchase, I would like to have a better grooming kit. Sure the one I have works, but it could be better.If there is one thing I like, it is to have my horse clean and feeling good. I don't really care about having fancy clothes or tack. As long as Casper is clean and healthy I am very proud.

  • I've had my eye on this cute little colt for the past two years now. He's a handsome little chestnut Quarter Horse. I have all the equipment and space I need, but I don't have enough money to buy him. If I got him for free, I'd be so excited I might die.....Then come back to life so I could care for and love him.

  • I would want a trailer! I just got a horse and just purchased a new saddle. I have everything i need to show and trail ride away from home... BUT a trailer! It would be fabulous to be given a one for free

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