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Western Reins For Spring
These pink, purple, and blue colors are gorgeous!
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The changing of the season brings new colors. Spring is here and flowers are blooming everywhere! Pink, yellow, blue, and purple are around every corner. Your tack can reflect this beautiful season. Pastel colors are a must have! For a simple change, get yourself some new reins. Stunning Western Loop Reins Crafted from organic bamboo,...
HORSES
Horse Fencing: Electric Rope Vs Tape
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Emily Fought
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March 21, 2023
Electric fencing like rope or tape is a great way to keep your horses contained. Most horses will respect the fence and not push on it. It’s also affordable and easy to install. There are some differences between the two types though. You’ll need to decide which one works best for your farm! Rope Vs...
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Breakaway Ropers- We've Got Your Ropes!
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Cowgirl Hot List
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July 29, 2022
Breakaway roping is quickly becoming one of the fastest and most exciting events in rodeo and we’re here for it! There isn’t a better feeling than reaching out, seeing a perfect loop curl around a calf’s neck, and having your horse slide to a stop. We’ve found some of the best breakaway ropes to keep...
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DIY Craft: Rope Wreath For Your Horse Barn
By
Emily Fought
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December 20, 2021
Spruce up your horse barn or home with a Western rope wreath! These stylish accents are good for any season. They can be crafted with summer flowers or winter garland and pinecones. Have some fun and get creative with this easy tutorial! How to Make a Lariat Wreath Ropers and Western riders will enjoy this...
HORSES
Learn How To Rope With YETI's Slick Horns Roping Dummy
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Emily Fought
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January 14, 2020
Practice makes perfect! YETI offers a great dummy to get started with. Slick Horns attaches right to your cooler. The carbon steel, powder-coated bracket slides securely into the AnchorPoint™ Tie-Down Slot. This way you can open and close your cooler with ease – so you can keep your roping techniques sharp and your cold drinks...
COWGIRL LIFE
Breaking Down Breakaway
By
Jenna Link
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August 29, 2019
Breakaway roping is not only the fastest event in rodeo, it’s also the fastest growing sport in the industry today. With the recent addition of this event to the competition line up at some of the most important rodeos in the country, payouts are at record highs, and now cowgirls have more opportunity to show...
HORSES
How To Swing A Rope Like A Pro
By
Emily Fought
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August 2, 2019
It can be a lot of fun learning how to swing a rope. This old cowboy tradition has become a popular sport in modern day rodeos. You can find men and women roping cattle both in competition and on the range. With a little patience, you can pick up this neat skill in no time!...
COWGIRL LIFE
Breakaway Breaks Into Cheyenne Frontier Days
By
Samantha Crowley
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April 29, 2019
Breakaway roping fans, you’re in luck! It’s just been announced that the sport will be included in Cheyenne Frontier Days this year. At Frontier Days, it will not be a sanctioned WPRA event. The addition of the event was in response to ticket buyers. Tom Hirsig, the CEO of Frontier Days, says that according to...
COWGIRL LIFE
Heart of The Cowgirl: Mesa Pate Defines a Genre
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CG Editorial Team
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April 15, 2019
“Cowgirl” isn’t just a word; it’s a lifestyle. For Mesa Pate, the word cowgirl means so much: friendship, strength, history, family, and more. About the word “cowgirl,” she says she “[doesn’t] use that term lightly because of all the women behind [her] that have given that name what it means.” Getting to spend time with...
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