Holiday Gift Idea: Quilted Saddle Carrier

After spending big bucks on our saddle, we’re often reluctant to spend more money on accessories. That’s why a nice saddle carrier makes a great gift for a western rider. It’s something they probably won’t buy for themselves, but would love to have. Too often saddles just get thrown in the back of the car [...]

Saddle Covers: Keep the Crud Off Your Stuff

I’ve spent a lot of money for my saddle so I’m pretty committed to taking good care of it. I always set it on a saddle rack and cover it with a saddle cover, even though it’s stored inside a tack shed. Invariably when I go to get my saddle there’s a layer of dirt [...]

Saddle Blanket Bars and Racks

Keeping your saddle pad and blankets in good condition is as important as taking care of your saddle. Blanket bars and racks give you a place to hang your pads and blankets so that they can air out, keep their shape, and stay tidy. Your horse will thank you for it.  Check out Saddle Blanket [...]

Silver Saddle Trim: There’s nothing like a little sparkle

Adding sillver trim to a western saddle has a long tradition dating bac to the vaqueros of California. Today, you’ll see lots of silver on show and competition saddles. You’ll also see the more subtle use of silver on non-show saddles. There’s a lot ot be said for a little bling.  Check out Silver Saddle [...]

A Buddy Seat For Your Little Buddy

If you have a little buddy who’s not quite ready to ride on their own, a buddy seat may be just the ticket. A buddy (or rumble) seat is a second seat attachment to a saddle for carrying a child. It turns your rig into a “saddle built for two.” Our favorite is the Abetta [...]

Saddlebags: From Traditional to High Tech

Saddlebags are one traditional horse tack item that has been greatly influenced by modern developments. While there’s still plenty of traditional leather saddle bags available, new synthetic materials now rule the marketplace. And bags now take a wide variety of forms. You name it, there’s a holder designed to carry it. This article takes you [...]

Riding Bareback Not For Newbies

For some, riding bareback conjures up feelings of freedom and a real connection with their horse. It can be a lot of fun and can really teach you to get in synch with your horse. BUT, and this is a big BUT, riding bareback takes skill and really shouldn’t be attempted until you have the [...]

Saddle Decoration: A Western Saddle Tradition

Western saddles have always had a purpose beyond carrying a rider. They provided both the saddlemaker and the rider with a surface for expressing themselves through decoration and embellishment. From elaborate collectors saddles to wonderfully crafted every "using" saddles, western saddlemaking showcases a unique art form. Saddle Decoration

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