Air Vests Are All the Rage—But Are They Truly Safe?
The hunter jumper world is abuzz about air vests. Well-known professionals are wearing them, more are speaking out about buying their own, and amateur riders and parents are considering making the investment for themselves...
Wool vs Foam Flocking: What Does It Mean for Your Saddle?
BY BRITTANY BIRD
So, you’re shopping for a new
saddle, and as you sip your morning coffee while researching different types,
you stumble across the foam vs. wool debate.
Some of your friends are all about the sleek,...
Relax With These Perfect Barn Organization Photos
We all have grand plans, but sometimes life gets in the way. At least that's how I feel about keeping my tack trunk organized. There are always 1,000 things to accomplish at the barn,...
Breaking Traditions to Be a Better Rider
BY IRENE ELISE POWLICK
There is no question that equestrian sport is deeply rooted in tradition.
In the hunter/jumper world, everything seems rooted in tradition. Why do we mount only on the left side? It was...
Tips for Looking Your Best on Horse Show Day
BY TPH Staff
Horse show days are exciting, if sometimes stressful. We’ve put in so much effort to get there that we don’t want anything to go wrong. I believe that feeling great about how...
How To Care for Your Tall Boots
BY ANNIE BIRMINGHAM
It’s no secret that a pair of quality tall boots is a significant, albeit necessary, investment. With the base price of a quality off-the-rack boot often beginning somewhere around the thousand dollar mark, it...
How to Oil a New Saddle
BY CORI MCGRAW
So you’ve just purchased a brand new saddle or have been
fortunate enough to receive one as a gift (you lucky duck, you!). Now
what? While some manufacturers will
pre-oil a saddle for you (often at an...
What Are Those Horse Masks in the Jumper Ring?
The jumper ring is often one of innovation. More than just blinged out bonnets and colorful jackets, it’s a place to see some of the latest tack in our sport.
Lately, you may have noticed...
Riders Working the Rust Breeches Look
Love them or hate them, rust breeches are a real trend with a strong following. These vintage-look breeches even at one point had their own dedicated active Facebook page, "Bring Back RUST Breeches."
For those...
The Case For Dark-Colored Breeches
BY JENNIFER FINCH
Why the recent USEF rule change allowing dressage riders to wear dark-colored breeches is an important step in making our sport more accessible.
Early in 2021, USEF announced that, starting on December 1st,...
Everyday Tack Maintenance: How to Keep Your Tack in Good Shape
BY TPH TEAM
I like tack cleaning, but don’t always have time to clean my tack to the extent that I’d like. Back when I had an office job I could stop thinking about after...
Ask Andre: What is Your Preferred Show Ring Attire?
There is a lot of storied tradition in our sport, and I have great respect for that. I prefer a traditional look in the show ring. In my opinion, if it catches my eye,...
Body Protectors, Air Vests & and Other Safety Gear: What You Need to Know
By Rennie Dyball
There’s nothing like a pandemic to get people thinking about their safety. In tack shops and in online groups alike, riders outside of the eventing world are talking about incorporating an extra...
10 Things Every Rider Needs in their Barn Bag
This year, never be caught unprepared - make sure your barn bag is packed and with you at all times!
Here are 10 items we think every rider needs in their barn bag to keep...
Battle of the Burgundy: What Coat Colors Belong In The Hunter Ring?
BY LAUREN MAULDIN
There's a lot going on in our sport right now. Indoors just wrapped up, and people are looking forward to winter circuits. SafeSport is a hot topic, with everyone going through their...
Beautiful and Easy Ways to Display Your Ribbons
BY ASHLEY SHAW
Over many years of horse showing, equestrians can accumulate countless amounts of ribbons. Sadly, the reality is that most of these elegant, hard-earned ribbons end up in storage containers and plastic bags...
Is Your Saddle Rack Damaging Your Horse’s Back?
BY HOLLY BARNETT
Holly Barnett, owner of August Equine, is a certified saddle fitter and professional equine therapist, based out of Ontario, Canada. Holly embraces the "whole horse" concept and presents a comprehensive approach to...
Ask Andre: How Much Do You Think Applause Influences the Result?
In this age of social media, I’ve seen a lot of public judge bashing and judge bullying, in which I will not participate. You know who’s going to be judging before you get to...
Your Guide to MIPS Helmets
Several companies are incorporating MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System), an added safety technology that can reduce the risk of concussion
1. One K CCS with MIPSonekhelmets.com
This helmet combines the MIPS, low-friction-layer brain-protection-system that is...
EQright: Tiny Device, Big Potential to Improve Your Riding
By Rennie Dyball
Does your trainer tell you to “look up!” or “sit up!” every lesson? Do you jump up your horse’s neck from time to time? Find yourself looking down just to double-check your...
Simple Solutions (to annoying problems): Sweaty Helmets
By Lauren Mauldin
Imagine the scene—you’re walking into the barn to get ready for a lesson. When you hacked the day before, your horse was light and responsive which left a big smile on your...
Big Bucks: Retailers Miss Out on Sales by Excluding Larger Riders
By Karen Hopper Usher
Everybody assumes I want to event. I love dressage, foxhunting, and have a background in hunt-seat equitation. It’s the kind of riding resume that makes you think, “maybe she’s just never...
