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Blog Archives
How to put together a Western headstall
When deciding which Western bridle to use on your horse, there are a lot of different options. Fortunately, SmartPaker Sarah is here to help! Watch as Sarah assembles the Rockin’ SP Single Ear Headstall and Rockin’ SP Browband…
AQHYA World Show Recap
This past week SmartPaker Jen and I traveled down to Oklahoma for the second week of the AQHA Youth World Show in Oklahoma City. We had a great time and learned a lot too. I’m no stranger to the AQHA…
Remembering Gunner
Shortly after I graduated from Penn State (in 2010), I was presented with a once in lifetime opportunity: to work as a breeding intern at McQuay Stables, home of Team SmartPak rider Tim McQuay. I grew up as a hunter/jumper…
On the other side of the in-gate
As a newly elected board member of the Kentucky Paint Horse Club, I was excited to help alongside my fellow club members this past weekend at the Spring Paint-O-Rama held in Frankfort, KY. This show was unique for me in…
Sunshine and Quarter Horses: behind the scenes for our Western spring photo shoot
“It’s funny being in the catalog business—when everyone is just wrapping up Christmas, we’re already thinking spring! So, at the end of December, all of our exciting new products (including some awesome, brand new Rockin’ SP Fly sheets) made their way down to sunny Ocala, FL, for our spring photo shoot…”
Tagged with: Insect Control, Rider Apparel, Rider Gear, Tack, Western
Posted in SmartPaker Stories & Adventures, Travel
Posted in SmartPaker Stories & Adventures, Travel
Down Under Horsemanship in Tampa, FL
“This past weekend was stop number two for the Clinton Anderson Walkabout Tour in sunny Tampa, Florida. SmartPaker Susan and I had the chance to hang out with the Down Under Horsemanship crew and hear some great horse stories from our customers. This was my first time attending a Clinton Anderson clinic to learn about how he helps horse owners build better relationships with their horses and progress with their training…”
What a (Youth) World!
We caught up with AQHYA President Mark Mowbray after the 2012 AQHYA World Championships to talk about his experience at the show and the supplements he uses to keep Teddy looking good (and placing well!).
Peek in Our Paks: Karen & Blazin Hot Romance
Ever wish you could take a sneak peek inside our horses’ and dogs’ SmartPaks? Now you can! Check out the supplements we love, for the animals we adore.
On the Road to the 2012 American Quarter Horse Youth World Cup
The 2012 American Quarter Horse Youth World Cup is underway in Kreuth, Germany! Get the inside scoop on how things are going in this update from SmartPak customer and AQHYA President, Mark Mowbray.
Bridle Fitting 101
Whether you’re buying a new bridle or just trying to get the perfect fit for your current bridle, we’ve put everything you need-to-know in this short how-to video. Shop our entire collection of bridles »
Tagged with: Dressage, Eventing, Hunter/Jumper, Tack, Western
Posted in How To, How To Videos, Tack, Apparel, and Supplies
Posted in How To, How To Videos, Tack, Apparel, and Supplies
Top Picks from Team SmartPak Riders
Check out these top picks from the Team SmartPak pros, or head over to SmartPak.com to read over 45,000 product reviews from riders across the country! 2011 Rolex Kentucky Competitor Allison Springer Charles Owen GR8 Helmet (#12415, $279.95) “I’m proud…
Tagged with: Allison Springer, Amy Tryon, Dressage, Eventing, Hunter/Jumper, Jennie Brannigan, Kate Levy, Reining, Rider Apparel, Rider Gear, Shannon Dueck, Tack, Team SmartPak, Tim McQuay, Tom McCutcheon, Western
Posted in Gear Review, Team SmartPak
Posted in Gear Review, Team SmartPak
Paker’s Picks for Horse and Rider
Tagged with: Dressage, Eventing, Hunter/Jumper, Rider Apparel, Rider Gear, Tack, Western
Posted in Gear Review
Posted in Gear Review
My Weekend at the Kentucky Reining Cup
My reining royalty experience began 1st thing Friday morning. Excited to be on-site and look around, my guest Jamey and I were on the grounds and parking at the Alltech Arena by 9:00 a.m. In retrospect I’m sure the parking attendant got a good laugh out of us, considering that reining didn’t start until 6:00 p.m. that night and the Alltech Arena is probably a good mile away from the main Rolex and Horse Park areas…
Recommendations When Planning a Trip to the Kentucky Reining Cup
THANK SmartPak for this amazing opportunity and allowing me to share it with everyone. THANK my husband and my friend Jamey’s husband for both stepping down from other planned activities so that Jamey and I can go on this trip together. TRY to remain patient when non-horse people ask if you are bringing your horse with you to compete in Kentucky. (sorry Lucky, I love you but we are not ready for Open FEI reining)…
