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How To Clean Suede On Your Saddle

September 7, 2023
It can be tricky to clean your western saddle. There are all sorts of materials like suede and smooth leather that require special care and attention. You won’t want to take a generic approach, rather make sure to do your research for the type of saddle you have. In this particular tutorial, you’ll learn how...

The Power Of Riding With Your Seat

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January 24, 2020
All riders should aim for effective communication with their horse. With the use of your seat, legs, and hands, you can convey various signals. The rider can control, absorb, or follow the movement of their horse with their seat. Unfortunately, this concept can be confusing to beginner riders. Follow along! How to Use Your Seat...

5 Ways To Improve Your Horseback Riding Seat

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January 15, 2018
Improve your riding seat by putting yourself in a better position. You’ll be able to apply your aids more easily when you are balanced in the saddle. In the long run, you’ll help protect your horse’s back when you learn to distribute your weight correctly. Follow these five exercises if you want to improve how...

Get Your Body In The Correct Position For Western Riding

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October 31, 2017
A rider must do much more than just look good on a horse. The correct riding position can encourage your horse to move to the best of his ability. Every shift of your seat, hands, and legs can be an influence. Learning the correct posture for your body can greatly improve your time in the...

Get More GO From Your Lazy Horse

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September 1, 2017
PC: Katherine Mustafa Photography A lazy horse can be extremely frustrating to a rider that wants to get up and go. Sure they have their benefits, but you squeezing them every stride isn’t one. The process will require retraining your horse to become more sensitive to your leg and seat aids. This can take anywhere from...

Pros And Cons Of Purchasing A Saddle With A Suede Seat

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August 23, 2017
Buying the right saddle can be difficult as there are so many options. Western riders have their choices of different seat materials, colors, types, and tooling designs. The possibilities are endless it might seem! It’s important to be comfortable while riding in your new saddle. That’s why many people struggle when deciding between a suede...
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Stretchy Bootcut Riding Pants For Cowgirls

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Top Tips For Riding On Windy Days

Some horsemen will tell you that you should ride in any weather. It’s a true test of your horse’s training. They should be obedient in wind, rain, snow, and anything else you throw their way. It can be difficult to ride on windy days though. The wind can make your horse spooky and uptight. The...

Prevent Fly Problems Before It's Too Late

Spring is the perfect time tot start your fly prevention care and to protect your animals from those pesky, disease-carrying bugs! Nothing is worse than barns full of flies and unconformable animals. Say goodbye to pesky flies and disease-carrying insects for good this season with some of our favorite insect control products!  SWAT CLEAR Horse...

Improve Your Horse's Topline Through Nutrition

Your horse’s topline is the muscling over their neck, back, and hindquarters. Most riders specifically look at the back and loin area when evaluating it. A strong topline is ideal for a performance horse. It allows them to carry their rider with ease and perform strenuous exercise. Developing a horse’s back muscles can be challenging....
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Wild Women Of The West: Hannah S. Gould

The crew and passengers aboard the steamship the City of Columbia stood huddled together on the flooded deck of the vessel. Night was all around them and an awful moment of peril and suspense hung in the wet air. A perfect storm had overtaken the steamer and raging winds had driven her into a mass...

Festival Fashion From Understated Leather

Festival season is just around the corner which means it’s time to start dreaming up fun looks! Whether you prefer a country music stage or a Coachella vibe, you can integrate Western pieces into your look in a fun, carefree way. Need some inspiration? Understated Leather, a brand known for pushing the limits of Western...

Trisha Yearwood To Receive Inaugural “June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award”

Country music icon Trisha Yearwood is set to receive the inaugural “June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award” and perform at the 2024 CMT MUSIC AWARDS, airing from Austin, Texas’ Moody Center on Sunday, April 7th (8:00-11:00 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Inspired by country pioneer June Carter Cash, the award recognizes...

The Rustic Feminine

PHOTOGRAPHED BY: Ken Amorosano CURATED AND STYLED BY: Andrea Thorp HAIR AND MAKEUP BY: Julie Koeth CREW CHIEF: Carly Billington