Tack and Gear Archives - Dressage Today https://dressagetoday.com/category/lifestyle/tack-and-gear/ Dressage Today is the training and educational resource for dressage riders at every level. Videos and instructional articles offer tips. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:10:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://s3.amazonaws.com/wp-s3-dressagetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/09180459/DT-Favicon-150x150.png Tack and Gear Archives - Dressage Today https://dressagetoday.com/category/lifestyle/tack-and-gear/ 32 32 Premium Picks: The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Dressage Enthusiasts https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/tack-and-gear/premium-picks-the-ultimate-holiday-gift-guide-for-dressage-enthusiasts/ Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:58:14 +0000 https://dtmembership.wpenginepowered.com/news/premium-picks-the-ultimate-holiday-gift-guide-for-dressage-enthusiasts/ Our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide kicks of the season with a curated list of unique and utilitarian ideas for the modern, discerning dressage rider with a variety of options for every budget.

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]]> 7 Bridle Blunders to Avoid: What’s Wrong With This Picture? https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/tack-and-gear/7-bridle-blunders-to-avoid-whats-wrong-with-this-picture/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:02:04 +0000 https://dtmembership.wpenginepowered.com/news/7-bridle-blunders-to-avoid-whats-wrong-with-this-picture/ Correct bridle and bit fit is essential for your dressage horse's comfort and to maintain proper connection. Brush up on your bridle-fitting basics to dodge these common faux pas.

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]]> Scenes From AETA 2025: New Tack, Equipment and Apparel to Improve Your Horse Life https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/scenes-from-aeta-2025-new-tack-equipment-and-apparel-to-improve-your-horse-life/ Fri, 15 Aug 2025 22:10:49 +0000 https://dtmembership.wpenginepowered.com/news/scenes-from-aeta-2025-new-tack-equipment-and-apparel-to-improve-your-horse-life/ Check out our sneak peak of the exciting new products and fresh takes on some of your favorite trends we spotted at the August 2025 AETA trade show.

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]]> Summer Survival Guide: Fight Flies and Beat the Heat https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/summer-survival-guide-fight-flies-and-beat-the-heat/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 18:01:34 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18135 Protect your horse from biting and disease-carrying bugs and extreme heat to keep him healthy, happy and performing his best this summer.

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]]> DT Gallop Poll: What’s On Your Horse-Life Shopping List This Summer? https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/dt-gallop-poll-whats-on-your-horse-life-shopping-list-this-summer/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 21:01:20 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18131 We want to know what's on your summer shopping list—for you or your horse!

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]]> Can a Dressage Girth Be Too Tight? https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/can-a-dressage-girth-be-too-tight/ Thu, 05 Jun 2025 22:11:16 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18120 An overly tight girth can be uncomfortable for your dressage horse and actually hinder his movement and overall performance.

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]]> April 2025: To Do This Month https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/april-2025-to-do-this-month/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 17:57:04 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=17787 Check out this month's to-do list for upcoming events, training advice, pasture and tack checks and tips on healthy hauling and creating beautiful braids.

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]]> To Do This Month: February 2025 https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/to-do-this-month-february-2025/ Sat, 01 Feb 2025 01:43:45 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=17525 Events, barn chores, safety checks, fitness and training tips and pre-show prep to keep you busy during the doldrums of winter.

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]]> Great Gifts 2024 https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/great-gifts-2024/ Fri, 13 Dec 2024 18:51:10 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=17283 Whether you’re still shopping for the horse enthusiasts in your life or need to give your loved ones some much-needed direction, we've got you covered with our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide.

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]]> 12 Ideas for Your Fall To-Do List https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/12-ideas-for-your-fall-to-do-list/ Thu, 26 Sep 2024 22:46:58 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=17062 This fall, discover new ways to enjoy your horse, improve your riding, boost barn camaraderie and prepare for the changing seasons.

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