Stirrups: A Buyer’s Guide

…(which also have an offset eye) and Foot Free. Prices run about $40. -Western safety oxbow stirrups. The Western counterpart of the Australian-pattern stirrups, these aluminum oxbows have a curve…

Of Patience and Perseverance

…one of the teenage girls who will be his side walkers and horse handler during his western equitationand western trail classes. The girls regularly volunteer at the stable where Kevin…

Springtime = Mosquitoes

…such as western equine encephalomyelitis and West Nile virus. According to AAEP?s vaccination guidelines, eastern equine encephalomyelitis, western equine encephalomyelitis and West Nile virus are considered core diseases for all…

Riding in the Wilds of Wyoming

…in the Southeast, I had pored over western magazines and dreamed of galloping through sagebrush on a spirited cow pony. I saw every western movie twice and was inordinately proud…

Eight Great Rider Makeovers

…she might make a show horse. Tia and Michelle went on from there to compete successfully in Western events–showmanship, horsemanship, trail and Western pleasure–at AQHA-approved events and local/regional open breed…

Lightweight Trail Saddles for Your Horse

Western, English, Australian, and United States Cavalry saddles. The oversized seat jockey provides comfort and allows free fender movement; no skirts make for close contact. Fleece-covered, Neoprene-cushioned bars increases your…

Fashion Forum Questions and Answers

…barrel racing events, the National Barrel Horse Association encourages and promotes appropriate Western attire at all NBHA-sanctioned events. The NBHA’s definition of this is: long-sleeved Western shirt (with sleeves rolled…