If you, or your child, are new to horseback riding, you may be confused by all the types of breeches available -- and the sizing. Breeches are tight-fitting riding pants that are designed to fit snugly and not...
Be careful when buying a saddle without a hands on examination. Important questions to ask the seller are: 1. What is the tree of the saddle made of? Fiberglass trees make the saddle lighter but are...
Those of us who ride Saddleseat know how difficult it can be to find a used saddle without the help of the internet, as so few tack shops cater to our style of riding. However there are things everyone should...
A horse requires tremendous care and commitment, so be sure you're ready to meet the challenges before you buy one. Steps: 1. Check auctions, horse farms or classified ads in the newspaper for horses for sale....
Brought to you by: Great Lakes Tack Ebay Store When you've shown and groomed horses for 30+ years you learn a thing or two about grooming. There are some basics that apply to all horses, and of course some...
I have recently gone through the process of purchasing two horses. Our family had never owned one before, and we wanted the first to be a very mellow, obedient, calm horse that me and my siblings could all...
No matter how great your ride if you have a whip or bit that does not pass inspection you are out. Here are a few quick rules from the 2006 USEF rule book that will help you stay legal in the Dressage show...
When measuring for tall riding boots, put on the breeches and socks you'll most often use. You'll need a cloth tape measure, and it can be useful if you can enlist a friend to take measurements for you: 1....
So your learning to ride and you love it. And have stuck with it enough to start to learn the lingo, as your aching muscles accustom themselves to the isometrics and streching of riding. Now the clothing....
If you're like me, you probably have too many horses. And that all came about because somehow, somewhere, you ran across a horse that just "needed" your attention. Maybe she was the first-class hunter you'd...