Kristen Kovatch
2019 Kentucky Derby Field Preview & Poll
Here’s the ultimate quick guide to the 2019 Kentucky Derby field — because as the resident horse person, we know you’ll get grilled at your Derby party for the inside scoop.
Small Victories: Kristen & Geoffrey
“One of the unexpected bonuses of my impulsive decision last fall to bring home Geoffrey is that I’m learning to appreciate the small victories that come with achieving small goals once again.”
Thursday Video: Go With the Flow
This man rides far better with no tack than I would with a saddle, bridle, and a large shot of liquid encouragement.
Performance of the Week: Oliver Townend XC
The aptly-named Cooley Master Class put on a… well, master class at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event last week under Oliver Townend! Watch the pair’s masterful cross-country trip here.
World Equestrian Brands Helmet Cam: The Return of Geoffry the Conqueror
The internet’s favorite free-ranging miniature sensation is back! Here is the latest helmet cam from Geoffry the Conqueror.
Horsemanship With Lindsey Partridge: A Mustang vs. Thoroughbred Makeover
Two popular training competitions — the Mustang and the Thoroughbred Makeovers — are bucket-list competitions for many horsepeople. Lindsey Partridge, a participant in both, shares her experience to give readers an exclusive inside look.
#goriding ‘Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images!
LRK3DE: Finding Common Ground
We all just want to talk about our horses.
Trekking the Trans-Albanian Trail: 600 KM Across Albania on Horseback
What happens when two regular riders decide to trek 600 kilometers on horseback across one of Europe’s least known countries? Meet Ashley and Quentin, who introduce their adventure today.
Total Saddle Fit Tuesday Video
We have no idea what discipline this is… but it proves our theory that if you’re thinking about it, it exists somewhere on the internet.
The New Equine Weather Report: Exclusively for Horses & Their Humans
“So why not the Equine Report? We could incorporate Accuweather’s excellent rain predictor tool which is amazingly accurate on exactly how many minutes I have left to sprint to the other side of the ranch, cover the hay with a tarp, and slam the barn door before the next downpour.”
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Putting Up Blankets!
It’s that time of year again! If you need tips for how to best care for your blanket to store it for the summer, look no further.
Kentucky Performance Products: Pesky Skin Fungus?
Free tips from pro riders!
Nessi, As Told By Nursing School: Marcella & American Lioness
Horse training can be a roller coaster: Marcella Gruchalak draws on her experience as a nursing student to describe the ups and downs of her journey so far with American Lioness, aka Nessi.
Why I Ride an OTTB
Off-track Thoroughbreds aren’t for everyone… but if you’re up for the challenge, the process can be rewarding. Meghan Lalonde outlines her reasons for riding an OTTB.
Thursday Video: When You Can’t Even
Some things are a little harder to get over than others.
Performance of the Week: Ashton Alexander
The National Collegiate Equestrian Association Team National Championship came down to one ride: watch Ashton Alexander win it for Auburn University aboard Oakley!
#goriding ‘Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images!
Lessons Learned: Susan Shu & ‘Saint JJ’ Tackle the Amoeba Challenge
Eventing blogger Ainsley Jacobs’ horse JJ found a new side gig this year: serving as the mount for Susan Shu, barn mom extraordinaire, to compete in her first-ever “Seasoned & Sexy Amoeba Challenge.”
The Academic Equestrian: The Last Banquet
Haley reflects on her last equestrian team banquet.
Total Saddle Fit Tuesday Video: Only Emma …
The first rule of the internet is that if you’ve thought of it, it probably exists. The first rule of the horsey internet is that if you can think of it, Emma Massingale’s probably done it… especially if it was something a little crazy. Like, you know, putting yourself in a giant plastic ball and having your horse roll you down a hill.
YUP:
Emma, you are exactly our brand of crazy. Shine on.
Go riding!
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My First Dressage Competition: Blue Ribbon Wisdom
“My first snippet of advice to you is to remember that the event is about you and your horse. That’s it. She’s your team. Lean on her.” Candace Wade survived her first-ever horse show as a late-in-life-beginner adult rider!
