How To Overcome Fear of Trail Riding Alone – Part 1
Fear of trail riding alone is common, but it doesn’t need to be paralyzing. Understanding your fear better is the first step to overcoming it.
Endurance Riding
Can I Bring Back a Senior Endurance Horse?
Conditioning a horse for equestrian endurance riding is an art and a science, with endless opportunities to learn. Make that horse a senior, and you add a whole new layer of complexity. This season, I’m going to take my first crack at returning an aging former endurance horse to the trail. This post considers strengths, …
Equestrian Endurance Riding FAQ
Equestrian endurance riding is a never-ending journey – not just down the trail, but in our learning. Read advice from expert riders, vets, and coaches.
New to Equestrian Endurance Riding? Start Here.
New to the sport of equestrian endurance riding? Congratulations! You are in for the ride of your life. Here’s how to get started.
5 Tips for Keeping Your Nutrition on Track at Endurance Rides
A reader asks how to keep your nutrition on track for equestrian endurance riding. Sticking to healthful choices while riding an endurance horse can be tough. These rider nutrition tips will keep you going strong.
The Practical Side of an Endurance Ride
Equestrian endurance riding is more than just the ride itself. Here are the nuts-and-bolts of camping gear, rider nutrition, clothing, and other practical considerations for a successful ride weekend.
Top Equestrian Endurance Riding Articles
Can’t get enough? Launch in readers’ favorite articles on everything from book recommendations to what to pack in your saddle bags for equestrian endurance riding.
Where to Find Endurance Horses for Sale
Shopping for an endurance horse presents a unique challenge. If you need a prospect at a modest price point, here are some good places to hunt for your diamond in the rough.
Training the Endurance Horse: 8 Skills to Practice Before Ride Day
Preparing your horse for his first endurance ride takes more than physical conditioning. You also need to train him for his new job. He’ll perform better with more confidence, and you’ll be doing your part to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
How to Condition Your Horse for Equestrian Endurance Riding
The idea of conditioning a horse for equestrian endurance riding can be intimidating. The good news is that while preparing your horse for his first ride isn’t necessarily easy, it is pretty simple. Here’s how to do it.