As temperatures heat up, so do the competitions. Many equestrians find themselves trailering to an increased number of horse shows, clinics, events, lessons, and trail rides over the summer months. Trailering your horse in hot weather conditions requires an additional set of considerations. After all, overheating horses can’t hop in the truck with us and …
Show season is just around the corner, and I couldn’t be more excited. Competing on my own horse as well as catch riding for a local trainer keeps me on my toes and gives me plenty of time in the saddle. The Noble Outfitters Ringside Backpack always makes my equestrian competition season go smoothly, helping …
Horse, pony, draft, or cob – equines come in many different shapes and sizes! How do you know which bit will fit your horse’s mouth? Many equestrians eyeball the sizing, or go by the old standby (5 inches for horses, 4.5 inches for ponies, and 5.5 inches for draft horse). But the truth is, the …
Put your best hoof forward when you jog into the show ring this year! You have spent countless hours in the saddle, putting the finishing touches on your ride, and now you and your trainer are planning out the competition season. As you begin to think about horse shows, it is also a great time …
With just about one month to go before Alum and I head off to compete at the Thoroughbred Makeover in Lexington, KY, we are in full show-prep mode! Alum has competed at a local schooling show and performed with flying colors, barely batting an eye at the chaos of the show and warm-up ring. As …
Each week leading up to The Cheshire Horse of Saratoga Anniversary Sale this summer (7/20-7/23), we’re giving away a new prize! It’s week 3 of the Saratoga Summer Prizes giveaway, and we’re giving away a Noble Outfitters Show Shirt – either English or Western, your choice! Please enter this giveaway using the widget below. The …
Each week leading up to The Cheshire Horse of Saratoga Anniversary Sale this summer (7/20-7/23), we’re giving away a new prize! It’s week 2 of the Saratoga Summer Prizes giveaway, and we’re giving away a Troxel Helmet! Please enter this giveaway using the widget below. The giveaway will be open from 7/3/17 at 6:00 am …
Each week leading up to The Cheshire Horse of Saratoga Anniversary Sale this summer, we’re giving away a new prize! It’s week 1 of the Saratoga Summer Prizes giveaway, and we’re giving away a pair of Ariat breeches or jeans (your choice)! Please enter this giveaway using the widget below. The giveaway will be open …
Tall or short, round toe or square, colorful or traditional, for show, just for kicks, or made to muck – there are Western boots for a variety of personalities and activities. So how do you find the best boots for you? Consider these key things when shopping for your next pair of boots. Historical and …
It’s show time! What will the best-dressed horses and riders be wearing this year? The answer depends on each show team’s budget, personal taste and – more and more – the events they are participating in. No longer is western pleasure couture the only acceptable look for arena fashions. Ranch horse participants; rodeo, parade, and …