You Know You’re a Rider When…
Tuesday, February 25 2014
By Kate Eagleton You Know You’re a Rider When… Your Instagram/Facebook/Twitter/Snapchat consist of pictures of your horse. By now, you’re pretty sure all your followers are tired of your many horse pics. But who can resist sharing your horse’s cute face?! You’re the only one who buys the huge bag of carrots at the supermarket
- Published in Along for The Ride, Z-Blogs
Guest Post: Choose the Right Piece of Land for Your Barn
Tuesday, February 25 2014
The land where you build a barn is almost as important as the barn itself. It should be both easy to develop and enjoyable to use. In this post, let’s go land shopping! Know the zoning.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Chester Weber’s First Live Oak Driver ApprenticeBrings a Real ‘Wise Guy’
Tuesday, February 25 2014
Ocala, FL (February 19, 2014) – Jacob Arnold, who began a mentorship under Chester Weber in January as the first up-and-coming driver to benefit from Weber’s inaugural Live Oak Driver Apprentice Program, is getting a real ‘Wise Guy’ to work with: Ijsbrand Chardon’s talented FEI prospect Wise Guy, known fondly as Whooper Jacob Arnold and Whooper. (Photo courtesy of Live Oak Combined Driving) “I am very grateful for the opportunity to have a chance to drive such a talented horse
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Adrienne Lyle Wins Gold in Individual Stillpoint Farm CDIO Nations Cup Competition at AGDF; Matute Jr. and Konyot Take Silver and Bronze
Tuesday, February 25 2014
Canada Sweeps FEI Grand Prix CDI 3* presented by Peacock Ridge For Immediate Release Laura Cardon for Jennifer Wood Media, Inc.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Shane Sweetnam and Cyklon 1083 Speed to Victory in $34,000 Spy Coast Farm
Tuesday, February 25 2014
Wellington, FL – February 19, 2014 – The 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (FTI WEF) began its seventh week of competition on Wednesday with a win for Shane Sweetnam (IRL) and Cyklon 1083 in the $34,000 Spy Coast Farm 1.45m at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL. Sponsored by Adequan®, FTI WEF week seven runs February 19-23, 2014. The week will feature the $125,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 7 on Thursday, the $34,000 G&C Farm 1.45m on Friday, the $280,000 Adequan® Grand Prix CSI 4* on Saturday, and the $84,000 Suncast® 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic on Sunday.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Campolina
Monday, February 24 2014
Characterized by the striking profile of its head, the Campolina originates from Brazil and has existed for just under two centuries. These beautiful horses are the combination of many popular breeds , including the Clydesdale, American Saddle Horse, and Holsteiner. History The Campolina breed was created by Brazilian farmer Cassiano Campolina
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Preparing Yourself to Ride
Friday, February 21 2014
Our horses are incredible athletes, and every time we ride them they share their athleticism with us. As riders, we’re athletes too. So while you probably stretch your horse and give him long warm-ups to make sure that he’s ready for work, it’s equally as important to prepare yourself before each ride
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Sidelines DOGon Cute Contest!
Wednesday, February 19 2014
An example of a “cute photo” by Sidelines standards! This yellow pooch is over 15 years old! By Jan Westmark There’s one thing that the Sidelines staff loves almost as much as their horses – and that’s their dogs!! (And we have a feeling we’re not the only equestrians who feel that way!) So, in honor of our favorite canines, we are having our “Sidelines DOGon Cute Contest!” We invite you to share photos and videos of your favorite dogs for the chance to win some amazing prizes. Plus, everyone who enters will receive a free six-month subscription to Sidelines’ new digital edition – which features everything you love about print plus digital exclusive content, interactivity and video coverage of your favorite riders! You may enter ONE video/photo for each category – that’s four entries total
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
Moon Blindness
Wednesday, February 19 2014
Horses depend greatly on their senses, including their sense of smell, sound, and sight. Moon Blindness is alarming because it threatens the horse’s sight, frequently leading to blindness
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs