When I first saw a video on Facebook of Ophena’s magnetic stirrup, I was skeptical. A magnetic stirrup? Surely that can’t work well or be very safe. However, my curiosity got the best of me and I watched the video. Needless to say, I was captivated. So I browsed the Ophena website and watched every …
Welcome to the club of owning an OTTB, otherwise known as an Off-the-Track Thoroughbred. These retired racehorses are a league of their own. Unmatched in athleticism, heart, and class, Thoroughbreds are an excellent choice for riders of any discipline. An OTTB horse is also known as an off-the-track Thoroughbred, a Jockey Club registered Thoroughbred that …
Many horse riders think that safety stirrups are for beginners and children, but the harsh reality is that none of us are safe from a fall. At any moment we are subject to a fall, and getting a foot caught in a stirrup would make a bad situation worse. Fortunately, there are several choices on …
Many people have called in sick after a weekend of partying or to escape the work environment for a day. Occasionally, people will even call in sick simply because they aren’t feeling well. However, a clever horse named Jingang really pulls the trump card- Jingang calls in dead. To his poor unsuspecting rider, everything seems …
Welcome to Love Valley, North Carolina! This tiny town in the Brushy Mountains is unique for several reasons, but most obvious is the fact that there are no cars allowed. Residents travel by horseback! Far away from the hustle of city life, Love Valley offers a relaxed and leisurely atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. …
Frederick The Great, also known as World’s Most Beautiful Horse, turns heads wherever he goes. One glance at the horse makes it obvious as to why he’s known as the most beautiful horse in the world. Although the Friesian horse breed is considered one of the most beautiful horse breeds, Frederick The Great takes beauty …