Ranch riding tack is all about staying true to the class' roots. Here are Bud Lyon's preferences.

Bud Lyon discusses different types of romal reins.

Bud Lyon answers questions about using a hackamore in his horse training program.

Bud Lyon talks about bits for horses who are past the correction phase and what different port sizes can be used for.

Bud Lyon talks through when he starts a young horse in a snaffle and what he likes in a good snaffle.

Bud Lyon discusses the next step in bit progression: a shank snaffle or correction bit.

What kind of bit should you use on a seasoned horse? Bud Lyon discusses spade bits and how they can be used with other pieces of tack, including curb straps.

Bud Lyon discusses rommel vs. split reins. He describes situations in which both types of reins have been used and gives his advice for choosing between them. He notes that both types are legal to use in the ranch riding.

Having a properly fitted breast collar is very important when you're working cattle. A breast collar that's too tight or too loose doesn't allow your horse to perform his job properly. Ensure your breast collar fits properly with advice from Brad Barkemeyer.

It's important that your latigo stays in your keeper when you're riding. If it comes undone during a ride, it can be a danger to both horse and rider. Brad Barkemeyer shows you how you can ensure your latigo stays in the keeper.

In the cow horse, you'll see riders use mecate reins often. Brad Barkemeyer breaks down the basics of how to tie mecate reins and hold them so you can be successful while working your horse.

Brad Barkemeyer explains what to change if your horse plays with the bit. He suggest a different type of bit and tack adjustments in this Q&A.

Brad Barkemeyer explains why he has a different bit/bridle set-up for each horse. He explains why he does this to avoid "riding the brakes" and making sure each bridle is fitted properly to match each horse's unique pressure points.

Brad Barkemeyer discusses what a bit's purchase is and explains how leverage is applied.

Do you have trouble finding a bit your horse likes? The bit may not be the issue. Brad Barkemeyer shares his recommendations.

How should your curb strap fit? Brad Barkemeyer talks through how to adjust for leather and chain curb straps.

Brad Barkemeyer shares why he likes a clean cinch and why cleaning your tack is so important to a safe ride.

Know when to use leg protection on your horse and learn how to properly use front sport boots with help from Brad Barkemeyer.

Learn the different types of cinches from Brad Barkemeyer and how to properly adjust a cinch when you're preparing to ride.

Ever watch a cow horse event and wonder why riders are riding in certain bits? Brad Barkemeyer breaks down the bit progression of a cow horse starting with a snaffle bit.

The correction bit is a common bit you see in several Western disciplines. Here's why Brad Barkemeyer likes to use it on his cow horses.

The next step in bit progression for a cow horse is the shank. Brad Barkemeyer breaks down when you normally move to this bridle and why he likes to use it on his horses.

The next stage of cow horse bit progression is the hackamore. Brad Barkemeyer explains why you progress from the snaffle to the hackamore.

Learn about hand placement on romal reins and why it’s important. Brad also explains the various types of romal reins and how to attach them.