Have you ever wondered if you’re transitioning your colts from a hackamore or snaffle to a curb bit at the right time? Follow along on the video as Chris Dawson […]
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Snaffle Bit Types and Their Use on Performance Horses
0 CommentsA snaffle bit is a bit that works without leverage. It’s most commonly made with a jointed (or broken) mouthpiece. Watch along on the video as performance horse trainer Ben […]
Rawhide, Cotton, Mohair and Polypropylene-The History of Cinches
0 CommentsIf you’re straddling a saddle, you’ve gotta have a cincha to keep it on the horse. And, you’d better have that cincha pulled snug. Join us for this history of […]
How to Hold Roping Reins
0 CommentsNo matter what event you compete in, there’s no denying the value of having good, high-quality reins. When it comes to roping reins, there are many factors to consider when […]
How to Get the Best From Your Horse with Good Rein and Leg Cues
0 CommentsAnyone who has ridden a horse can agree that telling a 1,000-pound animal where to go and how to get there is not as easy as it sounds. Being able […]
Introduction to California Hackamores (Bosals)
0 Comments“The fine points of handling the hackamore have been handed down from generation to generation by the early Spanish Californians, who took great pride in their horses. Although it requires […]
Purpose of, and Proper Use of, Tiedowns
0 CommentsDoes your tiedown ever get a bad rap? Tiedowns, also called nosebands with tiedown straps, are used to help horses maintain their balance during quick, powerful maneuvers in speed events […]
Leggings, Batwings, Woolies and Chinks: The History of Chaps – Part Two
0 CommentsWhether you call them chaps, leggings, bat wings, woolies, or chinks, the different styles of leather leg coverings are an important part of a cowboy’s gear. Derived from the Spanish […]
Legging, Batwings, Woolies and Chinks, The History of Chaps – Part One
0 CommentsWhether you call them chaps, leggings, bat wings, woolies, or chinks, the different styles of leather leg coverings are an important part of a cowboy’s gear. Derived from the Spanish […]
Double Duty: How to Clean Your Saddle and Check for Wear
0 CommentsKeeping leather tack in good condition is critical for safety and helps to keep the communication between you and your horse at top level. At Dennis Moreland Tack, we understand the […]
