Things To Look for When Buying a Used Saddle
Wednesday, May 21 2014
Buying a used saddle brings with it many advantages: you are sure to save money over the cost of buying a new saddle, and you will save yourself the often uncomfortable process of breaking in a new saddle. But when buying a used saddle, you need to be on the lookout for a variety of issues that could signify that the saddle is damaged. Here’s how to avoid them
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The Suffolk Punch
Monday, May 19 2014
The immense and impressive Suffolk Punch has a rich history – it is the oldest breed of heavy horse in Britain to exist today while still closely resembling its ancestors.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Visiting Hickstead
Thursday, May 15 2014
The famous Hickstead bank I recently traveled to England on a horse shopping excursion to find some equine prospects to bring back home to the United States. We bisected the entire country in 4 days and rode about 65 horses (but who’s counting). One of the highlights of our trip was visiting the world renowned Hickstead horse show grounds and the home of the biggest equine bank jump in the world
- Published in In the Irons, Z-Blogs
Win a Painted Pony!
Wednesday, May 14 2014
The Prairie Princess Win a Painted Pony!! Sidelines Magazine has teamed up with The Trail of Painted Ponies to give you a chance to win a Painted Pony of your own!! You could win the Prairie Princess. According to The Trail of Painted Ponies website, “This Painted Pony, a co-creation of Pop Artist Howie Green and TV legend Alison Arngrim, whose portrayal of Nellie Oleson on “Little House on the Prairie” was so iconic she was named as the #1 female villain in TV history, is a tribute to the ladies who made their homes on the prairies of America in the 1800s. Those women were tough and sturdy to be sure, but always welcomed a little touch of color, and some decorative trim along a dress seam or a pink bow on their bonnets.” Just send us in a photo of your pony (no professional images please!) for a chance to win! Everyone is allowed ONE entry
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
The First Royal Windsor Horse Show Was Held in May of 1943
Monday, May 12 2014
In May of 1943, the first ever Royal Windsor Horse Show was held, beginning an annual tradition still in effect today. Founded by Geoffrey Cross and Count Robert Orssich, the first Royal Windsor Horse Show was part of the “Wings for Victory” effort to raise money to purchase war bombers for use during World War II. The first Royal Windsor Horse show was attended by King George VI as well as Queen Elizabeth
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Keep Your Calm Before a Show
Wednesday, May 07 2014
Whenever you ride in a horse show, you’ve invested a significant amount of time, money, and emotional energy into preparing for the day. Those sacrifices that you’ve made can create an atmosphere where the pressure is high and your nerves are on edge
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Keeping Your Cool in Emergencies
Wednesday, April 30 2014
If you work around horses long enough, an emergency will arise. Being able to remain calm and think clearly during an emergency involving a horse is an important skill to have.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The Sidelines and Professional’s Choice Shoo Fly Contest
Tuesday, April 29 2014
Thank you Professional’s Choice! Could your horse use new fly protection products from Professional’s Choice? Well, you’re in luck! Sidelines and Professional’s Choice have teamed up to provide you a chance to win ONE of four amazing prizes — including a fly sheet, fly boots, fly mask or neck cover!! The winner can select which prize they want (but remember, the winner only gets to select ONE prize). Just send us a photo of your horse in need!! Bonus points if you send us a photo of your horse with a bug on him or her!! (Then we’ll really know you’re in need!) Enter your photo at http://sidelinesnews.com/sidelines-contest-form.
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
Northside RVs & KHP Campground – Where The Living is Easy…
Sunday, April 27 2014
Ever since 2006, the first year that we covered Rolex, we wanted to stay in an RV at the Kentucky Horse Park Campground.
- Published in Lauren Gallops, Z-Blogs
ROLEX: AFTER DRESSAGE
Saturday, April 26 2014
It has been an interesting and somewhat emotional day in the dressage standings for a variety of reasons. Currently, American riders more than hold their own in the upper echelon of the standings.
- Published in Lauren Gallops, Z-Blogs