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Trail Riding Tools to Take with You
Back Country Horseman of America's Peg Greiwe says friends accuse her of taking "everything but the kitchen sink" with her on trail rides. But, when in need, they're sure happy to be riding with such a prepared person. Here's a look at just a few of the things that are always inside Peg's... | read »

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Gear: Tack
from the pages of Perfect Horse

Trail Saddle Weight
When many of us go for a trail ride, we think nothing of using a "sport-specific" saddle--the one we use for western pleasure events, roping or barrel racing. Why not? A saddle is a saddle, is a saddle. That may seem true for the first hour or two, but what if you want to stay out longer?... | read »

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Gear: Tack
from the pages of Rodeo

Saddle Brand Information
For all kinds of reasons, you've got to have the right saddle. It has to fit your horse and not make him sore. It has to fit you and not make you sore. It has to be strong, able to withstand jerks, pulls and maybe even a fresh-feeling colt. More and more, to fit in at the roping, a fancy... | read »

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Gear: Tack
from the pages of Trail Rider

10 On-Trail Saddle Tips
On the trail, tack changes aren't easy, so saddle fit becomes all important. Optimal saddle fit will let you and your horse leave home comfortable and sound, and return that way six or seven hours later. Here, we give you 10 at-a-glance saddle tips -- six for your horse and four for you --... | read »

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Gear: Tack
from the pages of Trail Rider

Convertible Horse Saddle
A tree-optional horse saddle has been developed by The Australian Stock Saddle Company. The seat is web-suspended and built on an English wood/steel cavalry-style tree, with extended bars to enhance horse comfort over great distances. Convert the saddle to a bareback pad by removing the seat... | read »

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Gear: Tack
from the pages of Trail Rider

Trail Riding Boots
There's nothing like a worn-in pair of trail riding boots carrying the trail dust of countless horseback adventures. Here, we ask 14 Trail Rider magazine contributors, whose names you regularly see on our pages, some fun boot-and-chap-related questions. We also list contact information to the... | read »

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Gear: Tack
from the pages of Horse Journal

Reduce Horse Blanket Wear And Tear
By mid winter, most of us have a barn full of filthy horse blankets, covered with hair, dust and, of course, mud. A few simple tips can help extend your horse blanket life and make your own life less complicated. Assuming you're starting with a blanket that fits properly, we suggest:... | read »

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Gear: Tack
from the pages of Perfect Horse

Ride Safely
How's this for a bit of irony? experienced riders are more likely to get hurt than beginning riders. According to the National Injury Prevention Foundation (NIPF), equestrians with five or more years of riding experience are more likely to be injured than riders with less experience. What's... | read »

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Gear: Tack
from the pages of Trail Rider

Creative Control
For avid trail riders, "the road less traveled" is usually the most appealing. It's all about discovering what lies around the next bend and getting there on the back of a good horse. In this series, Lynn Palm shares guidelines and helpful exercises on how to increase your on-trail control and... | read »

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Gear: Tack
from the pages of Horse Journal

Whips Should Match The Job At Hand
Crops, bats, and whips are artificial riding aids. Beginners should use caution with any of these, because they may be used to punish horses rather than guide them. It's all too common to see a child repeatedly slapping a pony with a crop when both pony and child need to focus... | read »

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Description: Crates Leather Company offers a variety of horse saddles, including those made for horse trail riders, endurance/distance riders, and those who ride Arabian Horses.

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