Sir Rockstar had his wings on at the Cottesmore Leap this weekend for Libby Head. Someone give these two a Red Bull sponsorship! Photo via Libby on Facebook.
Seriously, why doesn’t Red Bull buy into eventing? Their slogan alone is just perfect: “Red Bull Gives You Wings” — can you imagine? Just take a look at this photo of Libby Head and her diminutive Sir Rockstar making short work of the Cottesmore Leap at Burghley. You can’t say these two didn’t have their wings on that day. Let’s get on it, Red Bull!
Events Opening This Week:
Hagyard Midsouth Three-day Event & Team Challenge H.T. (KY, A-8) 
Fresno County Horse Park Horse Trials (CA, A-6) Waredaca H.T. and Classic 3 Day Event (MD, A-2) Pine Hill Fall H.T. (TX, A-5) Hagyard Midsouth Three-day Event & Team Challenge H.T. (KY, A-8) Windermere Run H.T. (MO, A-4)
Events Closing Today:
Flora Lea Fall H.T. (NJ, A-2) MeadowCreek Park H.T – The Fall Social Event (TX, A-5) Equestrians Institute H.T. (WA, A-7) Tryon Riding & Hunt Club H.T. (SC, A-3) Sundance Farm H.T. (WI, A-4) Surefire H.T. (VA, A-2) Twin Rivers Fall H.T. (CA, A-6) University of New Hampshire H.T. (NH, A-1) Larkin Hill H.T. (NY, A-1)
News & Notes:
Riding cross country is an art, let’s face it. Some of us are more adept at this phase than others, but we can all use a little guidance in the continuance of our education. This great Cross Country 101 video series from the USEA and Lillian Heard focuses on the cross country phase at this weekend’s Nutrena American Eventing Championships. Tune in as Lillian analyzes the challenges the course presented as well as how the horses and riders handled the task. [Cross Country 101 with Lillian Heard]
A lot of thought goes into the design of the feed room in your barn. What with the ongoing hazards of moisture/heat, weather, rodents and other pests, and countless other potential problems, it’s a wonder we don’t lose our sanity earlier. The Horse addresses the needs of any feed room and how to best preserve and store your feed. Trust me, your horses will thank you! [Horse Feed Storage]
Have you bookmarked our newest sister site, Jumper Nation, yet? If not, you should definitely get on that. JN is full of great articles, press releases and how-to’s, such as this one from Richard Spooner on navigating combinations. Head on over and check it out! [Richard Spooner: How to Ride a Combination]
Weekly Business Tip from Mythic Landing Enterprises:
Once you have accurately identified your business’ market, you then need to figure out where your future clients spend their time. People new to horses are likely to turn to online search engines to find you. Non-professional horse people also spend a lot of time at their computers. Horse professionals may have limited computer time, but probably have their phones on them all day (and this is where mobile compatible websites and e-blasts become important).
Tuesday Video:
Because I’m still not quite over Rio fever, here’s a flashback to the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games:
