How To Retrain an Ex-Racehorse
Friday, May 29 2015
Ex-racehorses are unique, and present different challenges when it comes to retraining. They’re incredible athletes, and while they’re quickly gaining popularity among riders, ex-racehorses aren’t for everyone
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
What to Look for When Buying Horse Stalls
Thursday, May 28 2015
The horse stalls that you use in your barn are trusted with keeping your horse enclosed and safe. That’s a big order, especially when it’s your personal horse who will be housed by the stall
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Burn The Mortgage – Available for Adoption!
Thursday, May 28 2015
Burn the Mortgage (Photo courtesy of New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program) Burn the Mortgage (BTM), is available for adoption from New Vocations’ Lexington, Kentucky, facility. BTM is a 6-year-old, 16 h, dark bay Thoroughbred gelding. Adoption fee is $500
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Design Tips for Your Horse Barn’s Aisle
Wednesday, May 27 2015
You and your horses spend a lot of time in and walking up and down your barn aisle. Constructed improperly, barn aisles can be a potential safety hazard. When you’re planning your barn aisle, consider the following tips to help keep both you and your horses safe
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Santa Fe Summer Series Official Program Advertising Opportunity – There is Still Time!
Wednesday, May 27 2015
Santa Fe Summer Series official program advertising opportunity — there is still time! (Photo courtesy of Equicenter de Santa Fe) Would you like to reach several thousand loyal consumers in Santa Fe this summer? Exposure in our program offers a unique marketing opportunity to a demographic that enjoys travel, art and dining, along with equestrian pursuits. Advertisers in the Santa Fe Summer Series Official Souvenir Program reach patrons who are passionate and devoted to the products and services that are supportive of the equestrian lifestyle
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Scams to Avoid in the Horse World
Tuesday, May 26 2015
If you are involved in the horse world, eventually you will make some pretty big purchases and sales. Horses, saddles, tack… they all go for hefty amounts of money. And while most of those purchases and sales will go fine, there are, unfortunately, some common scams that circulate in the horse world that you should be aware of.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Memorial Day Weekend in Aiken
Tuesday, May 26 2015
While many Aikenites’ are heading to the lake and beaches to celebrate their weekend, the Aiken horse community is busy as ever. It is great seeing the Aiken horse community coming together and spending their holiday supporting local horse shows. There were two horse shows going on this past weekend.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
Official Accommodations Partners Announced for the Santa Fe Summer Series 2015
Monday, May 25 2015
Traveling to a destination horse show has never been more inviting! Santa Fe, known as “The City Different,” offers an array of lodging options showcasing it’s unique old world charm. Whether you are looking for quaint bed and breakfast, luxury hotel, a cozy, authentic casita or a posh, amenity-filled private home, Santa Fe has something for you. When arranging your visit for the Santa Fe Summer Series, please consider staying with one of our preferred lodging facilities.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
The Santa Fe Summer Series Proudly Announces the $5,000 Unser Ride-and-Drive Mini Cooper Challenge! Sponsored by Sandia Mini Cooper
Saturday, May 23 2015
The Santa Fe Summer Series proudly announces the $5,000 Unser Ride-and-Drive Mini Cooper Challenge sponsored by Sandia Mini Cooper! (Photo courtesy of Equicenter de Santa Fe) The atmosphere at the Equicenter will be electric during this Santa Fe Summer Series special class exclusive! This fast-paced, exciting and unique class — open to professionals, juniors and amateurs — is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Check it out! Riders will complete a course of jumps set at 1.20m on horseback, then hand their equines off to a handler and complete a set of obstacles on foot, heading toward a waiting Sandia Mini-Cooper. These Sandia Mini’s won’t be piloted by just any drivers — esteemed Indy drivers will be behind the wheel — including 2-time Indianapolis 500 winner, Al Unser, and 8-time Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and Indy Car’s Rookie of the Year, Robby Unser! Equestrian competitors will continue the car course, paired with these incredible drivers and the team boasting the fastest time and least faults will prevail as our winner! Both our acclaimed Grand Prix equestrians and these world-famous Indy Drivers will be available for autographs and selfies following the competition! The Santa Fe Summer Series proudly announces the $5,000 Unser Ride-and-Drive Mini Cooper Challenge sponsored by Sandia Mini Cooper! (Photo courtesy of Equicenter de Santa Fe) About Sandia Mini The Santa Fe Summer Series is very grateful to Sandia Mini for their support of our inaugural horse show
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Tips to Make Your Horse Trailer More Visible
Friday, May 22 2015
When you’re hitting the road with your horses, the more visible your horse trailer is the better chance you have of standing out to other drivers and potentially avoiding an accident. There are a number of ways you can help to make your horse trailer more visible. These tips will get you started
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs