Curious about the Bigeloil® Quilted Poultice Wraps? Our guest blog from Bigeloil themselves will answer all your questions! There is a long time-honored history of poultice use in the equine world that is still relevant today because of its reliability in treating legs and hooves.  Horses are an amazing feat of nature with the support of such a large, powerful body resting on four narrow legs, and because of this we constantly work to keep them healthy and protected.  Poultice is one tool we have to keep our horses’ legs and hooves comfortable. Continue reading →

Having a good quality horse cooler is invaluable. The right cooler has a use in every season- from keeping a sweaty horse from catching a chill in winter to helping a freshly bathed horse dry off comfortably on a summer evening. One of our favorite multi-purpose horse sheets is the Upland Honeycomb Chill Chaser. Here are five reasons we love this product and make sure each of our own horses has one: Continue reading →

Did you know that Troxel Helmets was the first company to bring an ASTM approved equestrian helmet to the industry? That’s right! These guys have been innovators since 1898, and they know a thing or two about head protection. That’s why we’re so excited about their latest English helmet, the Troxel ES. It not only looks good but has a TON of features built in to help keep riders protected. Here, we talk with Troxel CEO, Shay Timms about how they made the ES, what makes it special and what’s next for Troxel. Continue reading →

EquiFit is back with another guest blog to tell us all about the features of the EquiFit® MultiTeq Boots! Continue reading →

We were excited when EquiFit® said they wanted to share all the great information about their GelCompression Therapy Line of horse boots. Read on to see how this line can help your horse before and after exercise, as well as in rehabilitation. Continue reading →

Kerrits® has been creating equestrian clothing that is a favorite among many riders for 28 years. While show clothing is important for the competitive rider, high-quality casual riding apparel is just as crucial. Kerrits focuses on technical clothing for the equestrian athlete, which allows the rider to perform optimally while in the saddle regardless of weather and season. Wearing these casual riding apparel items from Kerrits this summer will help you stay cool and comfortable as you enjoy your horses. Continue reading →

We all know riding is a very physical activity. While your main goals may often be focused on building your horse’s stamina and muscle, the time you spend in the saddle and around the barn is taxing on your own body as well. If your horse is sore, injured or just needs a little preventative support after a tough workout, you apply liniments, wraps, ice or any range of other treatments to help him feel better and be ready to keep working as the athlete he is. Why not do the same for yourself? Continue reading →

Avid riders spend a lot of hours at the barn, which means a lot of time in riding clothes. If you are anything like us, you end up running errands, meeting friends for lunch or even stopping by the office in those clothes as well. So why not express your personality and unique style with high functioning breeches? Fashion and function truly do go together with this season’s new Riding Sport™ breeches which offer the best technology for performance, updated styling and a price tag that will bring them to your closet. Continue reading →

A helmet is arguably the most important piece of equipment you will purchase for horseback riding, so having a brand you can trust manufacturing this item makes buying one with confidence much easier. GPA® helmets are a rider favorite across many disciplines, with their up to date technology, ability to meet certification standards and physical design drawing the eye of many. Continue reading →

Protecting your horse’s legs can be an important factor in keeping your horse working and living effectively and happily. Appropriate support material in horse boots is important, but is not the only factor to consider when purchasing new horse boots- the weight of the boots and their ability to not trap heat and keep your horse’s legs cool are also critical. Continue reading →