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In early October, USEF (United States Equestrian Federation) members opened their email inbox to an unpleasant surprise. The world of competitive equestrian sports has become more expensive than ever before,...

As the leaves turn gold and the air gets crisp, it’s time to refresh your riding wardrobe with the new Dapplebay Autumn Collection, available now at  Breeches.com. This season’s line...

Deciding what winter horse blankets you need for the upcoming winter can be  confusing and frustrating. With so many blankets on the market and no one-size-fits-all solution, shopping for horse...

Safety vests are par for the (cross country) course in the world of eventing, but they’re still uncommon in the equestrian disciplines of show jumping and hunt seat. Why? While...

The United States is facing unprecedented times. Are you tired of hearing that statement yet?  The U.S. government is enacting tariffs on a majority of countries in the global economy...

Having a horse is a luxury– an expensive one that leaves many equestrians operating on a strict budget. If you’re shopping for an affordable English saddle, you might be considering...

Last month, a  New York Times article stated that the “proper saddle can bring harmony to horse and rider.” While that is true– the nuances of what constitutes proper saddle...

No, you’re not imagining it– this summer really is  hotter and longer than the ones you remember growing up. According to  Drexel University’s Urban Health Collective, “UHC researchers noted an...

Lately horses have been taking over the runways at fashion shows across the globe– sometimes literally. In 2023, Stella McCartney hosted her  Winter Fashion Show at France’s oldest riding school,...

You may have noticed an uncomfortable trend among equestrians– especially those who work professionally within the industry. We don’t exactly all have model-esque skin. Many equestrians have skin that is...

Vicki Wood has been working at Farm House Tack since the very early days of the business’s existence. Greeting every client with a friendly face, she’s had several careers in...

Peacock stirrups have been a staple of the short stirrup and young rider world for decades. These  safety stirrups were originally designed to prevent a rider’s foot from getting caught...