Showing posts with label People On Horses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label People On Horses. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 31, 2017

Longtime Favorites

I've been doing season specific favorites posts but I've got some stuff that I've had for a long time and used and abused that deserve a mention. So, this is sort of a longest running, high quality, necessities review.


Ovation Breeches

These may not be my favorite breeches I own but for the price and quality they'd be tough to beat. They still fit well after about 4 years of steady wear and washing. They literally look the same way they did when I bought them except the suede trim on the pockets is getting a little worn.


Weaver Leadrope

I've had this thing for at least 7 years and it's still going strong. It's the nicest lead rope I've ever handled and everyone who has seen it or used it, has commented on it as well. It's nice and heavy in your hand and feels solid plus it's soft rather than silky which is nice and, I think, less likely to leave rope burns for those moments when your horse has a high amount of sass.

It certainly doesn't look like this anymore but this is the one I have

Walsh Leather Halter

This halter has been Katai's for nearly the whole time I've had her so about 4 years now. It's been her turnout halter, dealt with her pony antics, and not always been well cared for by me. I do try to clean it on a regular basis but when you're a turnout halter that's just not going to keep you clean and in good condition for long. After a recent rough trailering experience the bottom ring got bent and has a small crack but I'm actually surprised that it didn't break completely especially since it's the thinner 3/4 inch leather and with all of the abuse it's already had.

First time trying it on a few years ago
(oh and that's the Walsh halter when it was pretty new still)

Saxon Turnout Sheet

This cute plaid sheet has been Katai's only turnout sheet for over three years now and it's been amazing! I've patched it a few times but it wasn't a high denier so I'm not surprised. Otherwise everything else has stood up really well. I think I only paid around $50 for it new so that's a pretty good return on investment :)

After lots of wear these still look amazing!

People on Horses Boots

I've also had these for nearly as long as I've had Katai. She wears these for about 99% of our rides which amounts to a crazy amount of wear over four years. I also wash these on a regular basis (hang dry) and they still look almost exactly like new. She doesn't interfere much so I'm not sure how they would hold up to that but still, I'm extremely impressed and plan to get a second pair at some point when these finally wear out.


State Line Tack Cotton Lunge Line

Not that this is specifically a wear item but I've had this for about 7 years as well, it's constantly getting dragged through footing and it also went through all of our trailering drama since I like the length of a lunge line when I'm dealing with a sassy pony. I even used it as a long line to work with a couple of young horses and it's still going strong! It's pretty stained from all of the footing but the snap works perfectly and there aren't any tears or wear marks. For under $8 that's tough to beat

This is the jacket I have only in Hunter Green

Joules Winter Jacket

I ADORE this jacket. This is my third winter with it now and it is not only the warmest, but the most comfortable and cutest jacket I've ever owned. It's even figure flattering while still warm and I wear it everywhere during the winter. It also looks just like new and has been through the wash several times but remains just as warm and just as cute as it was when I bought it. I also got it for 25% off at a black Friday sale so it was a good deal as well!

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Of Monsters and Retail Therapy

Yeeeaaaahhhh...

So I probably didn't need to buy anything else horse related for maybe at least a year but when I was so sick I did end up doing some shopping and bought a set of these beauties!


aaaaaannnnnnddd a set of these...


But really I'm just  counting it as improvement that I didn't buy a set of these gorgeous things...

Things like this are why everyone should own a pony
I did actually "need" another set of dressage boots. Polos don't work because of the small size of Katai's legs and the fact that I'm incapable of putting them on well, even though I know how. Also since I only have one set of boots it's been tough to keep them clean and means going for a week at a time without leg protection. It's hardly the end of the world but I'd really rather have a different set to swap out when I'm washing them.

I LOVE the pastel pink set of boots that I have (and I'm sure you're all familiar with) which are from People on Horses. I've had them since just after I got Katai, so about four years, and they still look nearly like new. However, unfortunately at nearly $200 for a set (including shipping) I just haven't been able to stomach the thought of buying more even though I really wanted them in navy patent

First time in her boots, crazy to think this was only about 4 years ago!
Instead I found Hufglocken through Instagram and once I found out that they had free worldwide shipping on orders over $150 I decided to order some stuff. It just so happens that two full sets of boots from them cost about $180 with the difference in exchange rate so I went for it. They shipped today and I'll share more once I get them. I'm really looking forward to trying them out and excited that I'll have full matching sets of navy blue, brown, and pink tack now. It's the little things :)


Also, while I was sick this adorable jacket showed up that I bought for Veggie over Christmas. Watching him play with his tennis ball as a little monster certainly did a lot to make me feel better and I'm almost back to 100%. I should have a lesson recap soon!

Friday, June 10, 2016

Champagne Tastes On a Beer Budget

I've been on a minimalism kick recently and for me that means owning one, high quality item for something you need rather than several cheaper versions. With that in mind I've been saving my pennies for nicer things rather than bargain shopping, at least for the important things. This is my current list.

Wardrobe Stuff

Asmar long sleeve polo in navy blue




Asmar compression top in black




Ariat Polka Dot Sunshirt


Ariat Volant S Zip Boot

Tack










One of these Custom Wool Dress Sheets



Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Seven Deadly Sins: blog hop


Thanks to L. Williams awesome idea today's post is all about the blog hop. What a great idea for one of these!
 
Pride
Seven great things/strengths in your riding life
  1. My pony - she's awesome, has great potential and confirmation and was free!
  2. My new opportunity to take regular lessons from a really excellent instructor
  3. The nice, well fitted equipment that I've worked so hard and saved for.
  4. My riding skill
  5. My pony's patience
  6. The fact that I can afford any of this
  7. My ability to learn
  8. My love of learning

 

Envy

Seven things you lack or covet for you or your horse

  1. A wool show sheet
  2. BoT shtuff
  3. A Mattes half pad
  4. Show Clothes - like I literally have none
  5. An ability to pull manes
  6. Show experience
  7. A truck and trailer

Wrath

Seven things that make you angry

  1. Pony tantrums
  2. Saddle fit changes :(
  3. DQs
  4. People who think they have all the answers
  5. People trying to train my horse while I'm training my horse.
  6. Dogs with no manners being let loose around horses
  7. Thrush

 

 

Sloth

Seven things you neglect to do or cut corners on 

  1. Tail care
  2. Saddle pad laundry
  3. Putting on leg protection sometimes
  4. Letting my horse walk off as I'm mounting
  5. Wiping off bits
  6. Treating scrapes
  7. Mane Pulling

Greed

Seven most expensive things you own for your horse/riding
In order of most to least
  1. Thornhill Pro-Trainer Danube
  2. Neue Schule bit
  3. Pink Equine Bridle
  4. People on Horses pink boots
  5. Dublin boots for me
  6. Mattes saddle pad (no sheepskin underneath)
  7. Heavy weight turnout blanket

 

Gluttony

Seven guilty pleasures or favorite items
  1. My collection of riding socks
  2. My tack cleaning supplies
  3. Hoof picks with brushes
  4. My pink PoH boots
  5. My pink lined bridle
  6. Having people admire my pony and her fan club
  7. Super Ponies - Big talent in a small package
 

Lust

Seven things you love about horses and riding
  1. Horse expressions
  2. Horse smell
  3. Riding lessons
  4. Shows
  5. Early summer mornings at the barn
  6. Blown square horse nostrils
  7. My pony's whinny when she sees me
I totally can't get the link thing to work with my layout..... fail :(
  

Sunday, March 17, 2013

My Little Pony

Look at Katai's new duds!!!

She is going to be fully outfitted in her pony appropriate tack soon. Now I just need a cute matching saddle pad but that needs to wait until I get another good sized paycheck. All this came from the leftover money I had from my bonus after I finished paying my bills and credit cards.

Now I just need a clippers so she doesn't look like a Yak ;-)



Hopefully Back On Track

 It has been such a long time since I posted anything here! There has been a lot going on with Killian over the past several months and I...