Looking for the best gift for a special horseback rider in your life? We scoured the internet and tapped the best outfitted equestrians we know to come up with a list of 17 gifts perfect for any budget and any horse-loving recipient! Whether you’re shopping for the holidays or just because, we got you covered! … Read More
You want to become a more confident and capable rider, not to mention the best rider you can be for your horse! In-person lessons with a reputable coach are the surest way to support your progress, but IRL instruction isn’t practical for every ride. If you’re considering incorporating an equestrian coaching tool to help make the most of the time you have without a coach, we’re here to help you choose which one is right for you! … Read More
Ride iQ and the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) are pleased to announce their partnership! Both organizations strive to empower equestrians through correct and compassionate education for the benefit of riders and the horses. The partnership increases access to expert guidance for OTTB-specific training and will support people on their journeys introducing OTTBs to new riding disciplines. … Read More
If you’re deciding whether to take a horse to college with you, this post is for you! Several riders on Intercollegiate Eventing Teams share their experiences riding on a team, balancing riding and schoolwork, and more. … Read More
Peter Gray, one of the top dressage judges in the eventing world, debunks dressage myths and shares universally applicable suggestions to help you make the most of your time in the sandbox. With his guidance, you will be ready to take on your next test with greater confidence and competency. … Read More
Raising and allocating funds for any sport is an underrated topic of conversation, but one that has an enormous impact on sports and athletes. Sara Kozumplik Murphy and Sinead Halpin Maynard dove in to the conversation and followed it up with an Ask Me Anything. This article covers some of the important takeaways from the Q&A with listeners. … Read More
Hilda Donahue, upper level event rider and endurance rider, shares her best tips to keep you and your horse safe. Uneventful day-to-day operations around horses may have you letting barn safety measures slip a bit. This is a quick read with a lot of great reminders and suggestions that could prevent unnecessary injuries! … Read More
Kyle and Jen Carter share important insights about how to get your horse fit and properly prepared for the task at hand (whatever that is!). From monitoring and tracking their fitness to fueling them for success, there are a lot of important tips in this one! … Read More
Doug Payne is an Olympic event rider and Grand Prix show jump rider, but possibly just as impressive is his demonstrated business acumen. Doug runs a successful and dynamic equestrian business and he joined Ride iQ for a live Office Hours event to share his tips for up-and-coming equestrian professionals. … Read More
The United States Pony Clubs (USPC) and Ride iQ are pleased to announce their strategic partnership, bringing together USPC’s trusted educational curriculum with Ride iQ’s innovative learning platform. Ride iQ and the United States Pony Club. The mission of the partnership is to create more successful horse and rider pairs through increased accessibility to quality, real-time instruction. … Read More
Max Corcoran is an anomaly because she knows every aspect of eventing. Her experience as a top groom is second-to-none. She was the Head Groom for the O’Connor Eventing Team for over a decade and groomed at 3 Olympic games, 3 World Championships, and 3 Pan Am Games in addition to most of the world’s 5* competitions. … Read More
A recap of the live Q&A with Leslie Law & Lesley Grant Law on December 28th, 2021. The discussion covers deal breakers when they’re looking at young horses, how Leslie’s gold medal changed his career, how they stay calm at competitions, barn safety pet peeves, and more! … Read More
A recap of the live Q&A with Hilda Donahue on December 21st, 2021. The discussion covers how Hilda got her start in horses in Ireland, how she got into endurance riding, horse fitness and conditioning, and her favorite cross-country memories! … Read More
A recap of the live Q&A with Jon Holling on December 7, 2021. This discussion covers upcoming safety measures in the sport, frangible fences, how to get involved in the development of safety in the sport, and much more! … Read More
If you have an equestrian in your life, you’ve come to the right place to find the perfect gift for them! From stocking stuffers to riding apparel to strictly small business products, you’ll find something perfect for your favorite riding pal! … Read More
A recap of the live Q&A with Kyle and Jen Carter on November 30th, 2021. Topics include how they strategically sequenced the buildout of their farm, turnout safety, whether they’re fans of no-stirrups work, and more! … Read More
A recap of the live Q&A with Kyle and Jen Carter on October 19, 2021. The discussion covers: training looky horses; solutions for horses that stick their tongues out; how to teach a horse medium trot; and, best of all, a story about Kyle’s and Jen’s most embarrassing moments riding. … Read More
A recap of the live Q&A with Doug Payne on October 5, 2021. The discussion covers a lot of ground! Topics include how Doug selects young horses, the most common issue he sees amongst amateur riders, how manages competition pressure, his approach to raising kids who may be interested in horses, and more! … Read More
A recap of the live Q&A with Jon Holling on September 21st. Topics include selecting your next event horse, strengthening your leg position, advice for aspiring professionals, rider fitness, and more! … Read More
A recap of the live Q&A with Holly Hepp Hudspeth on September 1, 2021. The discussion covers: training a horse to calmly jump off a bank, what piece of equipment Holly likes to wear on every horse, how to do shoulder-in at the walk, spotting talent in an OTTB, and more! … Read More