The Right-Sized Barn
Tuesday, January 28 2014
A good design is one that uses materials wisely and space efficiently. If you’re building a barn , take a Goldilocks approach: it shouldn’t be too big or too small. But how do you know what is just right?
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Canada’s Tiffany Foster and Victor Victorious in $34,000 WEF Challenge Cup
Sunday, January 26 2014
Wellington, Florida – Canada’s Tiffany Foster emerged victorious in the $34,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round III – Section B held Thursday, January 23, at the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, FL. A total of 92 horses attempted the first round track set by course designer Guilherme Jorge with 25 posting clear rounds to advance to the jump-off. Returning for the jump-off mid-way through the order, Foster guided Victor to a blazing fast round in a time of 40.50 seconds to take over the lead from her 2012 London Olympic teammate, Ian Millar, who had stopped the clock in 40.84 seconds riding Dixson. Only one rider, Todd Minikus, was able to better her time, crossing the timers in 40.34 seconds riding Quality Girl to take the win in Section A while Foster was crowned the victor of Section B.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Are Hoof Boots Right for Your Horse?
Friday, January 24 2014
Have you ever tried hoof boots on your horse?
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Todd Minikus Awarded $3,000 in SSG Gloves Promotion
Friday, January 24 2014
Wellington, Florida – Todd Minikus claimed a $3,000 bonus for wearing SSG ‘Digital’ riding gloves on his way to victory in the $34,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Series Round III held Thursday, January 23, at the 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, FL. Todd Minikus riding Quality Girl is presented with a $3,000 bonus from SSG Gloves promotion manager Jennifer Ward for wearing SSG ‘Digitals’ on his way to victory in the $34,000 WEF Challenge Cup Round III on January 23 at the 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, FL.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Casablanca Defeats Las Monjitas In Grand Champions Limited Edition 12-Goal Series, Instant Replay Makes Debut
Friday, January 24 2014
Casablanca’s Miguel Astrada (3) chases down his younger brother Alejandro (Negro) Astrada (3) with the ball.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Entrance Gates and What They Can Do For Your Equine Facility
Thursday, January 23 2014
When you pull into the grounds of an equestrian facility, chances are the first thing you notice is the entrance way. Entrance gates provide a great way for facility owners to make a statement, and they establish the visitor’s initial impression of the type of facility that lies beyond the gates. Today Ken Wegner, Classic Equine Equipment’s West Coast Territory Sales Representative, discusses property entrance gates and what they can do for your equine facility
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Laura Kraut and Wish Triumph in $6,000 Spy Coast Farm 1.40m Jump-Off : Nairobi Nights and Laura Lee Montross Top Camping World Adult Amateur Hunter…
Friday, January 17 2014
Wellington, FL – January 10, 2014 - U.S. Olympic Team Gold Medalist Laura Kraut earned victory on day three of the 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (FTI WEF) competing with Stone Hill Farm’s Wish in the $6,000 Spy Coast Farm 1.40m jump-off class on Friday, January 10. Alexander Zetterman (SWE) and Canora also got their second win of the circuit in the day’s $6,000 Spy Coast Farm 1.40m Speed Challenge.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Making The Decision to Retire Your Horse
Wednesday, January 15 2014
Our horses give us a lot during their lives. Show careers and riding careers are demanding
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New Vocations Forms Partnership with Student Riding Program Gallop On
Tuesday, January 14 2014
New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program announced their new partnership with Gallop On whose mission is to provide equestrian and educational opportunities to underprivileged young riders while providing rehabilitation, retraining and a safe environment for retired and non-competitive Thoroughbred racehorses.
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Leasing Out Your Horse
Wednesday, January 08 2014
If you find yourself with a horse who needs more work and attention than you can devote to him, or if multiple horses are straining your budget, then looking into leasing out one of your horses might provide the perfect solution. A lease can be an enjoyable situation for everyone involved, as long as you go about setting up the lease carefully. What Kind of Lease?
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