Synthetic Saddles: Pros and Cons
Last week we started the discussion of synthetic vs natural materials by addressing the issue of saddle pads and cinches. Today we will address the pros and cons…
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Category: Western Tack
Natural Fibers vs Synthetics: A Guide to Pads and Cinches
This is a long standing debate in the equine industry: natural fibers vs synthetics. With so many new technologies and synthetic materials being produced every day, the market…
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4 Items in Your Tack Room That You Can Repurpose
With winter in full swing in the northern hemisphere, riding time is limited. But that just means that you've got more time to clean out that tack room and sort…
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Bits 101: “Specialty” Bits
Well, our Bits 101 series is finally drawing to a close. It looks like we'll wrap things up with one last post on "specialty" bits. This article does contain affiliate…
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Bits 101: 10 Common Bit Myths Busted
Myth 1: Anything with a broken mouth piece is a snaffle. This is one of my biggest pet peeves. I walk into a tack shop or look at an online…
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Bits 101: The Bitless “Revolution”
Bitless bridles are one of the most controversial points of the horse industry. They can be anything from the traditional vaquero bosal to the increasingly common mechanical hackamore.…
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Bits 101: Leverage Bit Basics
Let’s start with some basic parts of all leverage bits. There are the cheeks, which are made up of the purchase and the shank. Then there is the mouthpiece which…
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Snaffle Bit for Your Horse
Choosing the right bit is crucial for both the rider's and the horse's comfort and safety. However, selecting the right bit can be overwhelming with so many options available. A…
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Bits 101: Mouth Pieces
Today will kick of a new series on western bits. We will start by discussing the basic types of mouth pieces. Mullen mouth These bits are very mild.…
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The Difference Between a Breast Collar and a Pulling Collar
The pulling collar is popular among working ranchers and ropers as a practical tack choice. The have also been gaining popularity along with AQHA’s new ranch horse pleasure class as…
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