Author: Dennis Moreland

Do you want to train and show your horse in a 2 Rein outfit but aren’t sure if you’re holding the mecate and romals in an efficient and legal way? […]

Roping is one of the exciting events often included in the fast-growing sport of ranch versatility. If you’re involved or would like to become involved in showing ranch versatility, you […]

A bridle that fits well and is adjusted correctly will help your horse be relaxed and comfortable. Correct fit and adjustment also ensures your rein cues reach your horse accurately. […]

Texas style hackamores came about centuries ago when cowboys combined characteristics of the vaquero style hackamore (with bosal) from the west, with the sidepull style hackamore from the east. They […]

California hackamores or bosals are made in diameters from 3/8 inch to 1 inch. The 3 parts of a hackamore are the noseband or bosal, the headstall or hanger and […]

The Chuck Frasier Sidepull is similar to other sidepulls, like those we start our colts in, but in addition to the noseband it has shanks, a curb and a bit hobble. […]

A fiador, also known as a Theodore, is a safety device or keeper that is similar to a throatlatch on a bridle, but it’s used on hackamores to make certain […]

Have you been wanting to try a hackamore on your horse but don’t know which one to choose? When you choose the right hackamore(s) for the horse or horses you’re […]

Cavessons are used to help keep horses from opening their mouths to evade the pressure of the bit. But there’s a lot more to a cavesson. Follow along with the […]

One of my favorite questions to help riders with is “which split reins are right for me?”.  When choosing between doubled and stitched, and harness leather reins, it’s important to […]