When buying a riding helmet, the most important concern is quality. It is always suggested that a rider should get the best riding helmet that he can afford. And then, make sure that it is the proper fit. A good riding helmet should be comfortable around the head. Remember that it will be worn for [...]

Have you ever been in love? I was silently in love with a woman for about two years and tried to find everything out about her. I found out that we had a lot of common interests and hobbies except equestrianism.
Equestrianism more often known as riding, horseback riding (American English) or horse riding (British [...]

There are three English styles of bridle:

The snaffle bridle is the most commonly seen in English riding. It has one bit and one set of reins. It can be used with snaffle bits and other types of single rein bits like gag bits, kimberwickes, and single curb bits. This bridle type is almost always used [...]

No horse owner would want to see his or her pet suffering from any illness. This is so true especially if the animal is raised either for raising or for exhibition purpose. To ensure an active horse all the time, better let your pet take equine joint supplements. These are guaranteed to double the [...]

One of the best experiences of my life is learning how to ride horses. You can literally ride your worries away. When I’m on top of my horse I just can’t help but smile. It is literally a dream ride. If you want to learn how to ride horses, here are the horseback riding equipment [...]

If you own a horse or are just thinking of getting one, you might have specific reasons for doing so. You may just want to learn how to ride. You might also be aiming to train your horse to compete in shows. Whatever your reasons, you need to choose a horse training program that fill [...]

Increase your horse’s control, energy levels and flexibility. Engage your horse in gymnastics routines that will also improve your riding skills and help you focus on your horse’s position during your rides. Practice your horse in jumping and landing to increase his balance as well as his carriage. This will also prevent the possibility of [...]

A bridle is a piece of equipment used to direct and control a horse. The bridle includes the headstall (that goes around the horse’s head) and holds a bit that goes in the mouth of a horse, and also the reins that are joined to the bit. It is important that all the parts of [...]

Blankets and pads are used under a saddle to absorb sweat and protect the horse’s back. The standard stock pad is square or slightly rectangular, and is designed to show under the saddle, providing both protection and style. The pads are also used to improve the balance of the saddle and to compensate fit problems. [...]

A saddle blanket is placed under a saddle to absorb sweat and protect the horse’s back. It is used for all types of saddles and they come in different designs. It is usually made of wool or cotton or synthetic fabrics with similar characteristics. Some are a single thickness, others are made to be [...]