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May 18, 2025 by Lisa

Welcome to the Horse Show – Colorado Spring Classic

I’m so excited—horse show season is back at the Colorado Horse Park! While I missed the opening Preview show, I was able to attend yesterday and captured some great moments to share with you.

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March 22, 2025 by Lisa

Silver Royal Skidmore Reining Saddle Review: Worth Every Dollar?

Silver Royal Skidmore Reining Saddle

It came it came it came!!!!!!!!!!Yes, the saddle that I ordered in early December FINALLY showed up at my house! Not too bad I suppose, that it only took 2 months to get here. After I published my slam article against State Line Tack, my frustration level had risen to a new level and I …

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February 9, 2025 by Lisa

The Ultimate Guide to Tack Room Ideas on a Budget for Horse Lovers

Helpful Tips for Organizing Your Tack Room

Horse owners spend an average of $2,000 on tack and equipment. And for a lot of us thrifty equestrians, we can stretch that $2,000 into a LOT of tack and equipment we need for our horses. I mean, how can you pass up a ‘lot of horse tack’ when you get it for $50? I …

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January 3, 2025 by Lisa

My Disappointing Experience with State Line Tack: A Cautionary Tale for Horse Owners

Hey there, fellow horse lovers! 👋 Today, I want to share a not-so-great shopping experience I’ve had recently. If you’re thinking about ordering from State Line Tack or Horse.com (spoiler alert: they’re the same company), you might want to read this first!

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December 12, 2024 by Lisa

9 Practical Equestrian Gift Ideas Every Horse Enthusiast Will Love

Tis the season for finding the perfect gift! So let me share with you 9 practical equestrian gift ideas any horse owner would be thrilled to receive. The quest to find the perfect gift for a horse lover can feel like navigating a maze blindfolded. I know the feeling – that familiar frustration of wandering …

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September 29, 2024 by Lisa

Unlocking the Grooming Secrets of Top Show Grooms

how to groom a horse

Have you ever wanted to know the grooming secrets of the top show grooms? When you watch a beautifully groomed hunter or jumper horse gliding effortlessly around the show ring, it’s easy to be mesmerized by their gleaming coat, perfectly braided mane, and overall polished appearance. You may not see the countless hours of meticulous …

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July 14, 2024 by Lisa

Summer in the Rockies – Week 5 Highlights

summer in the rockies horse shows

Summer in the Rockies week 5 is just about complete. And my friend Lynda and I woke up early Saturday morning to get to the showgrounds. With the temperature forecasted to be about 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the show management planned ahead and had the Grand Prix first thing in the morning. For the past week, …

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July 14, 2024 by Lisa

Brushing Your Horse’s Tail: Myth or Must-Do? Separating Fact from Fiction

how to get a long tail for your horse

There is just something oh so beautiful about a thick, tangle-free, and flowing horsetail. And I, for one, enjoy brushing my horse’s tails. But is this a bad thing? Some say yes. They say you should NEVER brush your horse’s tail. They will shout it from their rooftop! When it comes to grooming horses, one …

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July 14, 2024 by Lisa

Summer in the Rockies Week 4 – A Little Late!

Colorado Horse Park Horse Shows

Whoops! My recap of the Summer in the Rockies Week 4 is really late coming out. But holy cow, have I been busy at home. Summer is definitely in full swing and I never have enough time to get everything done that I want to. And although this week’s horse show post is late, I …

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July 5, 2024 by Lisa

Summer in the Rockies Week 3: Celebrating the Unsung Heroes in the Grooms Class

The Grooms Class

Have you ever watched the grooms class at a horse show? Last weekend, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Summer in the Rockies Week 3 show, and what an experience it was! The highlight of the event was undoubtedly the grand prix show jumping class. The athleticism and precision of the horses and …

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June 29, 2024 by Lisa

Balancing Time with Your Horse: Meeting Human Goals without Overstimulating Your Equine Friend

Balancing Time with Your Horse

Balancing the time you spend with your horse to achieve your goals while ensuring your horse is not overstimulated is necessary for a healthy and productive relationship. Did you know that your horse thinks about things differently than you do? This is why we don’t always get the results we are looking for when we …

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June 28, 2024 by Lisa

Summer in the Rockies Horse Show Series: Recap Week 2

Summer in the Rockies Horse Show Series

If you are looking for a highlight recapping the incredible Summer in the Rockies Horse Show series from LEG Horse Shows, this is for you! I have been visiting the Colorado Horse Park every year for the last 7 or 8 years to watch these fantastic shows. And so far, this year seems to be …

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  • Welcome to the Horse Show – Colorado Spring Classic

    Welcome to the Horse Show – Colorado Spring Classic

    May 18, 2025
  • Silver Royal Skidmore Reining Saddle Review: Worth Every Dollar?

    Silver Royal Skidmore Reining Saddle Review: Worth Every Dollar?

    March 22, 2025
  • My Disappointing Experience with State Line Tack: A Cautionary Tale for Horse Owners

    My Disappointing Experience with State Line Tack: A Cautionary Tale for Horse Owners

    January 3, 2025
  • Unlocking the Grooming Secrets of Top Show Grooms

    Unlocking the Grooming Secrets of Top Show Grooms

    September 29, 2024
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    Summer in the Rockies – Week 5 Highlights

    July 14, 2024

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My Disappointing Experience with State Line Tack: A Cautionary Tale for Horse Owners

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