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The art (and science) of saddle fitting.
Getting it right takes more than a tape measure and a template Saddle fitting is one of those quietly crucial topics in the horse world, a subject every rider knows is important, but few fully understand. Ask any experienced equestrian and they’ll
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Because skipping the basics is why horses lose balance, riders lose feel, and partnerships lose harmony By Charlene Carroll Every rider dreams of a ho
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A targeted email campaign can be a highly effective tool for marketers – it places relevant information directly into the inbox of an audience who a
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FINDING THE RIGHT BIT.
Choosing the right bit isn’t just a matter of tradition or trend. It’s about communication, comfort, and purpose. A well-fitted bit that suits the
Keep calm and carry on with Secure Horse Flash.
A smarter, science-backed way to help horses stay focused, confident, and ready for anything. Every horse owner has faced those moments when even the
Born to perform.
By Charlene Carroll South Africa’s horse world is a tapestry of breeds, from the hardy ponies of the veld to the noble imports that grace our dressa
Riding With Integrity
Human Anti-Doping in South African Equestrian Sport The SAEF, as an affiliated member of the FEI, is part of a collaborative worldwide movement for do
NO! Not the scales of training! Afraid so…
Because skipping the basics is why horses lose balance, riders lose feel, and partnerships lose harmony By Charlene Carroll Every rider dreams of a ho
Rooted in Tradition, Riding Toward Tomorrow: The Story of South African Pony Club
On any given weekend across South Africa, in dusty arenas and shady paddocks, you’ll find young riders tacking up ponies with practiced hands, chatt
The Beat of the Hooves: Understanding Footfalls in Horse Gaits
For equestrians, rhythm isn’t just about music; it’s an essential aspect of understanding and mastering horse gaits. The sequence of footfalls
GALLOPING THROUGH HISTORY: Equestrian Sports at the Olympics.
From Ancient Greece to Versailles: The Evolution of Equestrian Sports at the Olympic Games. July and August have all been about Olympic fever. And rig
Nothing goes to waste.
From baling twine to bottles, South African riders are finding creative ways to go greener at home and at the yard By Charlene Carroll There’s a say
Tradition, Precision and the Thrill of the Charge in Tentpegging
There’s a unique silence that falls over the crowd just before a rider explodes down the track. A blur of muscle and speed, eyes locked on a tiny re
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Harnessing Horsepower: The Ineos Grenadier
From young rider to Olympic champion
THE HORSE DECLARED AN ATHLETE.
ODE TO THE SCHOOL PONY
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