A competitor who says he or she has no pre-competition jitters either isn’t being honest with you or themselves. From the winningest riders to the greenest beginners, we care about our performances, and therefore we’ll feel anxious or nervous from time to time. We asked some experienced competitors—non pros and professionals from different disciplines—how they handle pre-show
Continue Reading...Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis Have All Taken Up One of the Queen’s Favorite Pastimes
The Cambridge kids—Prince George, 8, Princess Charlotte, 6, and Prince Louis, who will turn four later this month—have all taken up a hobby very close to the Queen’s heart: Horseback riding. Throughout Her Majesty’s nearly 96 years of life, riding horses has been one of her deepest passions, a hobby she enjoyed regularly up until
Continue Reading...Ready to ride! Zara Tindall cuts an impressive figure as she takes to the saddle at the Tweseldown Horse Trials in Hampshire
Zara Tindall looked delighted today while riding at the Tweseldown Horse Trials in Hampshire. The Queen‘s eldest granddaughter, 40, who welcomed son Lucas on March 21 2021, sported a navy jacket with white riding slacks and black boots which she paired with a blue helmet as she sat horseback. Looking confident, the royal, who won a
Continue Reading...Zara Tindall’s Life in Photos
At 40 years old, Zara Tindall has just about done it all: She’s an international style icon, has three beautiful children, and has an Olympic medal. Queen Elizabeth’s first granddaughter is a member of the royal family, but her poise goes far beyond Buckingham Palace. If these snapshots of Zara’s life through the years prove anything, it’s that
Continue Reading...When Do Racehorses Retire?
Horse racing has a long and rich history, being one of the most popular sports in the world. So, you may wonder, when do racehorses retire? In most cases, the career of a racehorse will only last a few years. Horse racing is a multi-billion dollar industry, with races all across the world. Every year, thousands
Continue Reading...7 Best Stirrups For Jumping
When it comes to horseback riding, it is very important to have quality tack. Knowing the best stirrups for jumping can ensure that you are safe and comfortable in the saddle. Whether you want breakaway stirrups or a pair to help alleviate joint pain, this list has you covered. With so many stirrups on the market,
Continue Reading...Sprenger Bow Balance Stirrups – Stainless Steel Bronze Size 120 MM
For more information please, click here Details bow form for a perfect fit superb strength and enhanced security, pivoting into 4 directions simultaneously extra wide tread for perfect balance shock-absorbing and gentle on ligaments and joints tread with two types of rubber for a better grip high breaking strength Material Stainless steel, gold Size 120 mm
Continue Reading...ROYAL EQUESTRIAN DRESSAGE SADDLE PAD BLACK SILVER FULL
For more information, please click here Details ROYAL EQUESTRIAN is described as the most stylish dressage pad ever produced. Royal saddle pads are all designed with elevated withers and have unique stop cushions instead of Velcro straps. The cushions and anti-slip silicone surfaces letters REC hold the saddle pad still and help avoid any twists during
Continue Reading...HOW TO RIDE A HORSE FOR BEGINNERS (STEP BY STEP)
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Continue Reading...USEF 2023 California Hunter/Jumper Competition Calendar Update
In January, the US Equestrian Board of Directors approved a resolution authorizing a contemporaneous review of all Hunter, Jumper, and Hunter/Jumper Licensed Competitions in California for the 2023 competition year to create a more balanced, equitable, and sustainable competition environment for competitors and organizers alike. At the end of April, the Competitions Department communicated with
Continue Reading...Recognizing and Preventing Exhaustion in Horses
Exhausted horse syndrome refers to a range of metabolic and physiologic conditions that may occur when horses become fatigued. Affected horses may display a decrease in energy, appetite or appear stiff and weak. In serious cases, cardiac arrhythmias, shock, muscle damage, colic and diarrhea may develop. Horses that are under-conditioned, performing in endurance events or
Continue Reading...Lamaze Predicts Worlds Podium After Nations’ Cup of Rome
The Canadian Show Jumping Team finished fifth among 10 countries competing for the €220,000 Nations’ Cup held Friday, May 27, during the CSIO5* Rome, Italy. Not one to mess with a successful format, chef d’equipe Eric Lamaze sent out the same four horse-rider combinations, in the same order, as he had two weeks earlier in
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