It is hard to believe that the action at Rolex started a week ago today with Dressage. While watching the two days of Dressage through my view finder, the phrase “poetry in motion” and the
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This may seem like an insignificant achievement when compared to the challenges and obstacles that all the Rolex riders experienced this weekend, but nevertheless, Valonia and I made our first 2014 public appearance yesterday at
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I traveled to India and Bhutan in 2008 with a group of college students. This picture was taken during one of our hikes in the foothills of the Himalayas. To be able to say that
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This past weekend, Deszi competed at her second event: The UNH horse trials. The weather was the complete opposite of the warm, sunny Aiken we had left just one week ago. For nearly two decades,
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In my years of riding, I haven’t always thought about thought about things like leg support and protection for my horse. During my early years, it was enough to throw on a pair of stretchy
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Rolex is such a thrill even for those of us not attending in person, thanks to the USEF’s live streaming. This year, I watched every second of the online coverage. Last year, I seriously considered
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I can’t even count the number of saddle pads that I’ve collected over the years. Seriously–in my early years of riding, I was a teenager who loved my colorful saddle pads. I’ll admit, that the
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While most eventing enthusiasts are turning their attention to Lexington, KY for Rolex this week, I invite you to momentarily fix your gaze 1600+miles west. Behold USEA Area VII… Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska. If you’re
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It’s an absolute thrill. I mean, the excitement can start as soon as you wake up in the morning. Hoping out of bed, a combination of nerves, coupled with eagerness is the business of the day.
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The Eventing Nation “Brand Spotlight” is a weekly column that highlights up and coming brands making their way into eventing style. If you know of a brand looking to be represented, email [email protected] You know
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April 18th 2014 will be jotted down as a spectacular day on my riding calendar for several reasons. Today marks the first day this year that THF’s infamous one tree hill was ready for use.
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I admit it, I am a TB aficionado. I didn’t start that way– my eventing career began with Quarter Horses, I’m proud to say– but when my first Thoroughbred took me to the upper levels,
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Our time in Aiken is nearly at the end. Last night, Roger and I were chatting about the excitement of coming home and what I’d enjoy leaving behind with this southern experience – at least
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When I get home after a long day, I just can’t wait to go out for a ride. Before heading on down to the barn though, I hurry to change into my riding gear and gather up my
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The Eventing Nation “Brand Spotlight” is a weekly column that highlights up and coming brands making their way into eventing style. If you know of a brand looking to be represented, email [email protected] So we’ve
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This was my baby beast competing at Stoneleigh-Burnham several years ago. Take a close look at the slop I’m competing in. Of course event riders compete in rain, shine, mud, sleet, etc. Nobody would ever
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If there is one thing that I’m absolutely serious about, it’s safety in the saddle. For those of us who love the sport of eventing, we’ve had the chance to see horses and their riders
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It doesn’t matter where you’re from; at some point, you’ve probably fantasized about working in the Queen’s stables. All those beautiful, perfectly manicured horses and picturesque riding facilities … it’s certainly alluring. Good news for
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Do you want to pay homage to your Off the Track Thoroughbred’s racing roots in style? Or maybe you just love racing? Well Rebecca Ray Designs has the perfect tote for race enthusiasts, without sacrificing
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These past few weeks have reminded me that with horses, you never stop learning, and you may never get away from the panicky feeling that “omigod there’s so much I don’t know must go home
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An eventer’s significant other recently shared a few things he’s learned from his horse-loving wife. I thought the “better halves” of EN might appreciate these thoughts. Thoughts From a Horse Husband: Five Things I’ve Learned
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Everyone can certainly use a little extra grip in the saddle…right? Sometimes, I just feel like I have trouble keeping my leg positioned correctly. That can be pretty frustrating. Especially when I’m schooling over jumps and my
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As eventers, we’re crazy. And we embrace it. But equally crazy, are the significant others who love us: the ones who put up with our horse habit, spend long hours at horse shows, and provide
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