Tack Tips
Good tack, gear and equipment are crucial for barrel racing as they ensure the safety and comfort of both the rider and their horse, aiding smooth and efficient runs. Find out what our coaches are using and why, plus how you can incorporate them into your own riding.
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Touring the Bit Room
NFR qualifier Ivy Saebens walks us through her tack room and talks about the bits that fit her hands the best and why, as well as which ones she uses to help JLo stay sharp and compete optimally.
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Favorite Barrel Racing Bits
Jordon Briggs talks about several of her favorite bits that she runs and trains in and how each functions.
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Tack Preferences
A rundown of her personal tack preferences with 2x National Finals Rodeo qualifier & 2021 World Champion Jordon Briggs.
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Bit Progression with Andre Coelho
Futurity trainer Andre Coelho talks about the bits he prefers to use for training and competition and why he prefers them.
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Saddle Fit
Having been in the saddle business with her family for the past few decades, Cheyenne Wimberley shares her views on the topic of saddle fit, which is something she's involved in from the tree design stage.
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Tack Room Sneak Peak: Bits
From her love of ported bits to her snaffle preferences, Cheyenne Wimberley invites us into her expansive tack room to take a look at which tools she likes the best and why.
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Danyelle Campbell's Favorite Kerry Kelley Bits
Danyelle Campbell goes through her bit room and picks out her favorite Kerry Kelley bits. She explains how each shank and mouthpiece impacts different types of horses and when she chooses to use each bit.
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Bit Preferences and Progression
Two-time National Finals Rodeo qualifier Carley Cervi shows us her preferred bits, how they function, which bits she regards as must-haves and when to use leather or chain curbs and why.
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Washing and Rolling Polo Wraps
Amy Jo Reisdorfer explains how to correctly care for your polo wraps.
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Polo Wraps - Proper Application
Amy Jo Reisdorfer demonstrates how to correctly apply polo wraps to your horse's legs.
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Saddle Fit and Pad Preferences for Barrel Horses
Amy Jo Reisdorfer talks about finding a saddle that fits the way you ride and your horse, as well as using a pad that complements your saddle well.