Have you ever gotten so caught up in being competitive that you forgot to have fun? (more…)
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SpectraVET Classic Performance of the Week: Nicole Uphoff & Rembrandt
Today we look back at an epic German dressage partnership that earned four Olympic gold medals. (more…)
‘Horse on a Treadmill’ Is Weird Running Joke at Virginia Tech
An equine video clip on Virginia Tech’s long-running “Invent the Future” football halftime commercial has developed a cult following. (more…)
Best of Craigslist: ‘All Purpose English Saddle – $150 (Londonderry NH)’
Reader Lauren Shaw sent this one our way. English saddle FAIL. (more…)
How a Trip to Home Depot Can Help You Understand Your Horse’s Digestive Tract
Nutritionist Laura Batts takes us on a guided tour along the 100-foot-long gauntlet through which your horse’s food must pass. (more…)
The Idea of Order: Character building
What doesn’t kill you improves your sense of humor, right? That’s why horse people are the funniest folks in the world. Take Morgane Schmidt, for example. (more…)
Wednesday Book Review: ‘Catch Rider’
Catch Reader Erin McCabe reviews Catch Rider, Jennifer Lyne’s debut young adult novel. (more…)
NickerDoodles: Which mini do you want to drive?
This should be interesting! Take Melanie Eberhardt’s survey.
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Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
What do top riders have to say about World Equestrian Brands products? Listen up. (more…)
Eventing Nation: ‘Make your own stirrups’ contested presented by World Equestrian Brands
Want to win a pair of new stirrups from Amerigo? Click here to find out how! (more…)
Best of Craigslist: ‘2005 aMErICan spirIT 2 HoRse BUmPeR PulL trAILer’
Reader Rudi Erb sent it to us with the note, “When I try to read this ad I feel like I am wearing glasses that have lost a lens.” (more…)
Afternoon Escape: Utah adventure
Take a minute-and-a-half break from work to join reader Josh LeVitre and his horse Jax on a exhilarating dash across the countryside. (more…)
‘We Don’t Have Tack for That,’ Presented by ThinLine
These horse sweaters are so fugly, they’re almost beautiful. Behold the knitted splendor. (more…)
In My Boots: A few notes for future IHSA riders–and their trainers
Are you a high-schooler thinking about joining an equestrian team in college? Alfred University western coach Kristen Kovatch has a tip. (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day: Which came first, the spook or the fart?
Either way, you’ve got to admit that this is pretty funny. (more…)
Tuesday Morning Feed from Dubarry
Hello, tweed season! Cozy up to some of these autumnal Dubarry styles. (more…)
SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Karlie Mitchell for her winning contribution, “10 Times I Was Glad I Wore My Helmet.” With 3,962 views, it was the most popular guest submission of last week. (more…)
Evention TV: How do I determine my correct stirrup length?
Learn how (while marveling at Dom’s awesome no-shave November ‘stache) via this mini-episode of Evention. (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day: Superstar cowboy edition
Aussie horsemen Clinton Anderson and the Double Dans run into some trouble in the spotlight. (more…)
New Rule: If it’s not fun, we aren’t doing it
Bernadette Kilcer ventures outside her comfort zone–and likes it. (more…)
Monday Morning Feed from SmartPak
Last week on Facebook SmartPak reminded us of what may be its greatest cinematic achievement of all time: “Stuff Riders Say.” (more…)
Weekend Wrapup from Kentucky Performance Products
There’s no better way to wind down a weekend than with some mouse-sized humor from KPP mascot EJ. (more…)
Video: Welsh beach ride helmet cam
Just a horse, a rider and the sound of hooves splashing through the surf. Instant stress relief! (more…)
Goodbye, WiFi: Welcome to the Dial Down/Pony Up! B&B
Kat O’Riley has a genius business idea that involves taking advantage of city slicker suckers.
Friday Flicks: ‘Pippi Enters a Horse Show’
Too old for cartoons? Nah. Amanda Ronan follows Miss Longstocking into the show ring. (more…)