Equestrian history is full of famous women working in every discipline you can imagine, from rodeo to the racetrack, and even a few disciplines you haven’t thought of—like fortunetelling! Read on to meet five unsung female equestrians who blazed their own trails. (more…)
Lady Anne Blunt was a trailblazer in the world of Arabian horse breeding and preservation. (more…)
As the Queen of Palmyra in the third century, Zenobia was known for her exceptional equestrian skills, riding into battle at the head of her armies to take on the Roman Empire. (more…)
If ever there were an equine girl boss, it’s definitely Buffalo Calf Road woman, who fought in the Battle of Rosebud Creek and the Battle of Little Bighorn. (more…)
This week’s equine girl boss is Rani of Jhansi, who is described as India’s Joan of Arc and one of the greatest freedom fighters of India. Learn more about this equestrian warrior. (more…)
It’s a man’s world… except when it isn’t. Experts from the University of Nottingham have found that the sex of a jockey doesn’t influence any aspect of racehorse physiology and performance. (more…)
The next installment of Equine Girl Bosses introduces the Rives Sisters. Amelie and Gertrude were exceptional horsewomen and writers — we can get behind that! (more…)
From training with the circus to working with “untamable” rescues, Empress Elizabeth of Austria, affectionately known as Sisi, certainly was an equine girl boss. (more…)
March is Women’s History Month and the 8th is International Women’s Day. In celebration, SmartPak recognizes just a few of the amazing women who have inspired their riders and fans. (more…)
