One of the most important possessions a rider can have is reliable transportation. With so many options out there, how do you know what is the right one for you? In this two-part series, we spoke with some extras to find out what is most important. They all agreed that the “right” rig is the…
Josh Murphy has steadily built an impressive business as a reining trainer, starting colts, showing horses, and coaching Non Pros. Murphy, who operates his JM Reining Horses business out of Williams Ranch in Aubrey, Texas, admitted it was tough to narrow down his favorite bridles, but there are two he will never be found without….
It’s mid-March, which means the hot summertime temperatures are just around the corner. While people who live in the southern areas of the United States are undoubtedly used to the temperatures, those who head south for events might not be as prepared. Regardless, it’s important to understand how soaring temperatures and humidity can affect our…
In 2021, Trevor Dare piloted Jerseys Baby Driver to the Open Level 4 Championship of the 6666 Ranch NRHA Derby presented by Markel. We caught up with the NRHA Professional, who lives in Purcell, Okla., to ask a very important question. What would you pick if we said you could only choose two bridles to…
There are many factors involved when finding the perfect bit or bits for your horse, including your riding style, your horse’s needs and preferences, event, and more. Still, most riders can pinpoint their favorites. We spoke with NRHA Professional Pete Kyle about his two favorites, both of which he’s had for decades. Pete Kyle is…
Whether you’re on the road competing week after week or your horse spends most of its time in the pasture, gauging your horse’s level of health is important. Checking your horse’s vital signs regularly allows you to become familiar with what is normal, and you’ll quickly recognize when something is amiss—which will also help you…
Brian Bell I try to try to prepare the horse for show situations. I try to get them ready outside exactly like I’m going to show them. I go in there and make show scenarios happen and try to see if they pass or fail the test. Sometimes, I’ll lope off slow to make sure…
With high-tech materials and easy application, the popularity of equine sports boots is steadily growing; however, many reiners still prefer to use traditional polo wraps. NRHA Professional Seth Ingram, of Purcell, Okla., is one of these. “I wrap polos because I like them,” Ingram stated. “First of all, I like the cost-effectiveness of them. For…
Entering a horse in the NRHA Futurity is easy. Here’s a step-by-step guide. Before you begin…For a horse to be eligible to show in the NRHA Futurity and Derby, they must first be nominated into the NRHA Nomination Program. When your horse is nominated, you will also get its NRHA Competition License. Click on the…
It’s now 2022 and sometime in the future, you’ll be attending your first National Reining Horse Association show of the year. Are you sure you have done everything to get ready? A little preparation can make the first trip to the horse show office super easy – but likewise showing up unprepared can define reining…