The Advantages of Riding to Music
Thursday, September 04 2014
Have you ever ridden to music? At first glance, riding to music might seem like an unnecessary distraction for the rider, but it actually has a number of advantages. So whether you have speakers in your arena or would have to rely on your iPod (use external speakers, not ear buds, when riding), here’s why you might want to start up the tunes when you mount up
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Is an Equine Community Right for You?
Friday, August 29 2014
If you’re tired of having non-horsey neighbors, an equestrian community can solve that issue. But before you look into moving in, you’ll want to consider the pros and cons of life in an equestrian community.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The American Gold Cup & Sidelines Magazine Golden Photo Contest
Wednesday, August 27 2014
Win tickets to see the American Gold Cup! With the American Gold Cup will be here soon and Sidelines Magazine is honored to be able to give out five pairs of tickets to the American Gold Cup, held September 10-14 at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, New York. How do you win tickets?
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
No Rest for the Weary in Normandy: Athletes Use Day Off to Gear Up for Competition
Tuesday, August 26 2014
A crew member for the US Endurance Team tends to My Wild Irish Gold, owned by Team veteran Valerie Kanavy and ridden by Kelsey Russell. By Darlene Ricker Photos by Darlene Ricker In the old days, tradition held that Sunday was a day of rest, and that’s exactly what the organizers of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy had in mind when they created the schedule of events.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Back to School: How You and Your Horse Can Benefit From Going Back to Basics
Friday, August 22 2014
As the show season progresses, it’s easy to get caught up in competition and your goals of advancing through the levels. However, it’s back-to-school season, and both you and your horse can benefit from it. Taking a few rides to focus on the basics can make your more advanced riding even better
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Beach Riding: What You Need to Know
Wednesday, August 20 2014
Galloping your horse along the surf, water splashing up around you as the sun sets – it’s on any rider’s bucket list. As summer draws to an end, some beaches will once again open up to horses
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Colvin Takes Top Honors in the USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship Classic Hunter Round
Sunday, August 17 2014
Lexington, KY – August 15 – Tori Colvin and Inclusive claimed victory in the Classic Hunter Round of the $180,040 USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship. Their scores of 92, 90 and 95 for a 289 total was unmatched after a field of 75 horses contested today’s course in the Kentucky Horse Park’s Rolex Stadium. Jimmy Torano, the busiest rider with eight mounts in the class, saved the best for last as he guided Mindful to second place with 90, 92 and 94 for 288 total points.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Calming the Energetic Horse
Thursday, August 14 2014
If your horse just has too much energy and is too excitable, your first impulse might be to put him on a calming supplement. But before you reach for that supplement bucket, there are a few other things that you should try first that can make a big difference in your horse’s energy levels
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Sandsablaze: A Great Book About A Great Horse
Monday, August 04 2014
By Jan Westmark The book Sandsablaze is receiving rave reviews! I love to read and I love horses – so if I can combine both and read a great horse story then I am a happy camper. I just finished reading the book Sandsablaze, Grand Prix Greatness from Harrisburg to the Olympics , by Kimberly Gatto, and suffice it to say I am a very happy camper – even without the s’mores! Sandsablaze is a great ride through history. The book kicks off with a foreward by George Morris that is a fascinating look at what life was like in the show jumping world in the 1970s.
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
Feeding the Easy Keeper
Friday, August 01 2014
If you have a horse who “gets fat on air” in your barn , then you are well acquainted with the “easy keeper.” Making sure that your easy keeper stays at a healthy weight can become a particular challenge during the summer, when pastures are lush. Need some help? Here are some ideas
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs