The United States Equestrian Federation has announced the four competitions that will host the 2012 US Show Jumping Team Observation Events. (more…)
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Video du Jour: Phillip’s sweet new ride
If you’re looking to win a CIC3*, it’s simple–just do exactly like this.
EN Today: Phillip Dutton and Mystery Whisper dominate the Red Hills CIC3*
Memo to U.S. Olympic team selectors: Phillip Dutton would like to go to London, please.
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EN Today: Henny’s Red Hills CIC3* helmet cam
It was in 2010 that Henny’s helmet cams went viral when Red Hills put them on their site, with almost 10k hits that day. He ate up the course today as the only horse to go double clear. (more…)
Video du Jour: Patches, the coolest horse
“Let’s go get us a cheeseburger, Patches.” Only on YouTube, my friends. Only on YouTube.
Saturday Headlines
From Red Hills International Horse Trials to dog attacks in England, Abbie over at EN has compiled a list of links to all the news that’s fit to print.
Hey, It’s the Weekend!
Happy weekend, Horse Nation! If you’ve got big, ambitious plans for the weekend, that’s awesome. If you don’t, that might be even more awesome. (more…)
The Aiding & Abetting Amateur: Discretionary spending
The money it takes to compete in a single AA show could stop up a toilet. “The Aiding & Abetting Amateur” is here with some helpful around-the-barn, money-saving tips. (more…)
DIY: Cover yer bum
Erin McCabe loves her Irideon breeches, so much so that she’s almost worn the backside of them out. Instead of buying a new pair, however, she had this bright, money-saving idea: adorable iron-on patches. (more…)
Deep Thoughts by Horse Nation
The hardest thing about riding horses is the ground. —Anonymous
Do you have a Deep Thought you’d like to share with Horse Nation? Email it to [email protected]. (more…)
Let’s Discuss: Bullfighting
In bloodless bullfighting, the matador tries to place Velcro-tipped sticks on pads on the bull’s backs. Watching this video, I was mesmerized by the beauty and skill of horse and rider but still felt conflicted. Can bullfighting ever truly escape the shadow of its gruesome past? (more…)
Bit of Advice: A new column about bits
Australian bitting expert Anita Marchesani has agreed to help us out with a new series on the subject of bits. This week’s topic: Where did bits come from, anyway? (more…)
Morning Feed: Friday, March 8
Good morning sunshine! Looks like you made it through to another Friday. Now all you have to do is keep up the good work for a few hours longer. We can help. (more…)
Hey, I’m wintering in Florida! Not
But for a few hours, at least, Horse Nation contributor Jennifer Ferrell got to see how the other, more suntanned half lives. (more…)
Your Turn: Confessions of an old-school, traditionalist snob
Lisi Edwards is a fuddy-dud when it comes to equestrian attire, and she’ll tell you so herself. But even snobs have their weaknesses. (more…)
As the Hotwalker Turns: The blue numbers
HN columnist Katy Groesbeck and her horse just rocked their first Advanced-level horse trial, during which Katy rediscovered just how supportive the eventing community can be. (more…)
CNN: Top-ranked polo players hail from Philly’s inner city
Work To Ride, a prevention program for Philadelphia’s at-risk youth, is turning out some of the best young polo players in the country. (more…)
Video du Jour II: ‘iPad, now for horses’
Because sometimes, one “Video du Jour” just isn’t enough. Thanks to readers Megan and Laurie for making my day so much more awesome. (more…)
Adoptable Horse of the Week: ‘Wonder’
Horse Nation has partnered with SnarkyRider.com to present an “Adoptable Horse of the Week” in addition to a monthly spotlight on horse rescues around the country. (more…)
EN Today: And the ESMA goes to…
Who do you suppose won Best Blog? We’ll give you three choices: 1) Eventing Nation, 2) Eventing Nation or 3) Eventing Nation. (more…)
Video du Jour: Two men in a dressage horse suit
Thanks to reader Dana for the tip about this ridiculously entertaining video. We applaud whoever’s in there bringing up the rear–that can’t be a fun job. (more…)
The Secret Life of McKenna & Dorito: So you wanna be a working student
Horse Nation’s teen sensation McKenna offers advice on how to land a sweet working student gig. (more…)
Deep Thoughts by Horse Nation
A horse which stops dead just before a jump and thus propels its rider into a graceful arc provides a splendid excuse for general merriment. ~Duke of Endinburgh (more…)
Morning Feed: Thurs, March 8
Good morning Horse Nation! Hope your day is off to a great start, like Zenyatta out of the starting gate.
EN Today: Pentathlon
JER has briefed us on the ins and outs of pentathlon before, but it’s worth re-visiting the sport before this summer’s London Olympics. Many thanks to JER for sharing her knowledge of modern pentathlon (more…)