If you missed them, be sure to check out Part I: Around the Barn and Part 2: Rider Apparel & Gear. Now that we’ve determined how to get our closets on par with the Hawley Bennett-Awads
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In Part 1 we discussed the everyday tools you need, and what essentials top riders are big fans of. Now that we’ve gone over the basics that every equestrian should have, let’s talk about something
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It’s tax season, and you know what that means!!! With the average American slated to get back over $3,000 for their tax refund this year, it got me thinking … How should I spend all
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I am very much a creature of habit. Ask anyone who knows me. Once I find something I like, I tend to stick with it, whether it’s my favorite pizza recipe or my favorite pair
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I love boots. I know I’m a horse person, and I’m supposed to love boots, but I really do! I love boots. More specifically: tall boots. I’ve tried paddock boots and half chaps, but quickly
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Finding the perfect breeches that look the part while standing up to the demanding lifestyle of an eventer can be a tall order. Where many other pairs fall short, the Ariat Olympia breech steps up to
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The most ridiculous rain I’ve ever encountered was on day two of the 2017 Mongol Derby. It felt like we were galloping through a hurricane, with visibility reduced to a stride or two in front
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If you’re looking for fashionable, comfortable equestrian clothing that can make a difference, then EQUO needs to be on your radar. Known for their breathable farm to fashion riding leggings, tailored sunshirts and more, EQUO
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Morgane here again with another product review (because seriously, who doesn’t love trying fun tack?). This time I want to discuss Total Saddle Fit’s newest girth, the StretchTec with fleece. You may remember that I
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Having a Madison Avenue fashion industry background coupled with a lifelong love of horses, one very big item that’s always been on my bucket list is to join the hunt. More than wanting to check
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I’ve probably made it pretty clear that I am a tack addict; I absolutely love the smell and feel of quality leather and (almost) all things that glitter. Unfortunately for me, I am not independently
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Many of you may know that it’s a personal passion of mine to find the best fitting saddle for each of my horses — and to figure out what saddles work for what types of
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Do you own a small event horse? While it seems there are a plethora of options available for event horses measuring 16 hands and up or ponies measuring 14.2 hands and below, somewhere along the way the small
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So you may remember my original review of the Total Saddle Fit Shoulder Relief Girth; I thought it was super effective and certainly a potential game changer for many horses (if you missed the original
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You zip up your vest, click into your pinny, grab your whip, and take a deep breath as you get a leg up before cross country. In the start box as the timer counts down,
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Brrr, it’s getting cold in here! With freshly clipped horses abounding, it’s time to dig out the warm and toasty rugs for the incoming winter weather. Most of our horses are still in full work,
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The original Tipperary 8500 Sportage is ALMOST my dream helmet. After trying out multiple brands and reading approximately one million reviews, I bought one to ride the Mongol Derby in this summer, and it ticked
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As autumn is in full swing in many regions of eventing, we are faced with changing temperatures & precipitation. Depending on your area, rain, sleet, or (dare I say it?) snow could be in the
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“What’s in your boot?” That’s the question Foot Huggies asks riders. For me, I’m always on the lookout for cute boot socks. I love bright colors, fun patterns, and something that shows my personality. Because,
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You may remember that this past spring I took over the Horse Nation Twitter account to harass you all from the World Cup in Omaha. In addition to watching fabulous horses and riders I also
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“Tan or white breeches, belt, shirt of conservative color…” We all know the rules. But when schooling, riding with friends, or hanging at the barn, why shouldn’t breeches be FUN? Introducing Buckwild Breeches! The brains behind Buckwild
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October is breast cancer awareness month, and what better way to show your support than with adorable pink ribbon spur straps and a matching croc pink leather belt! Introducing ManeJane, a California-based U.S. company run by
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We are less than 12 weeks away from holidays and as an active rider and eventer, you don’t want the same old lotion and mittens from your family and friends. Believe me. I have 18
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