Trying to fit a broad shouldered pony with a saddle later to be used on another pony altogether wasn’t quite
Trying to fit a broad shouldered pony with a saddle later to be used on another pony altogether wasn’t quite
Dr Andrew McLean, PhD (Equine Cognition & Learning), BSc (Zoology), Dip Ed, is Co-Director of Equitation Science International, and conducts demonstrations
If you’ve seen the 1989 cult classic Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, you’ll know that ‘bodacious’ is a term meaning
When looking for a saddle to purchase, especially when buying online, it is important to take some measurements of your
Spanish-born JOSÉ MENDEZ began working horses in-hand as a boy. He learned, in great detail, how to teach them piaffe,
Best way to clean your leather saddle and tack Cleaning tack is a job most of us don’t enjoy, but
If you’ve noticed a wart-like lump on your horse’s skin, it could very well be a sarcoid. Veterinarian Dr DOUG
Horse floats are a significant investment. Whether buying new or second hand we want them to stand the test of
In the final part of this series, resident columnist CHARLIE BRISTER adds jumping into the lunging mix. If you aren't
A practising equine herbalist for 25 years, VICTORIA FERGUSON has been instrumental in the healing of many injured and sick
Have you ever wondered what goes into the creation of a custom-built saddle? Master saddler IAN LANCASTER has been making
Each brand and saddle is vastly different for where to find the serial number and information, and then it becomes
After travelling the globe Dr Clarissa Brown-Douglas now calls Bendigo home. It’s where she’s settled with her husband, two children
There are several different methods used to package saddles. The Saddle Hub’s manager Shae, shows you the fastest and safest
As anyone who’s had a bad fall will tell you, the damage is as likely to be mental as it
David Shoobridge breaks down the aids for the flying change, executing the best movements to start changes, and how to
As the old saying goes: ‘She may be small but she is mighty’, and this saying definitely applies to dressage
Alex Townsend, 4* Eventer and Level II Instructor, along with husband Derek Pasco, a Director of Photography and keen eventer,
Endurance riding is the odyssey among equestrian sports. No other discipline requires a horse and rider to traverse such varied
A warm HorseVibes welcome to Valley & Rivers Showjumping (VRSJC) who have just held their very first event.Based in the
Trying to mount a horse that walks forward, backwards or steps sideways while you're trying to mount is not only
For Phoebe Roche, life has had challenges, but her tenacity and courage have earned this young rider a considerable degree
In Part Two of this three-part series, resident columnist CHARLIE BRISTER goes deeper still on the subject of circles and
Having horses in your blood doesn’t necessarily make equestrian success a foregone conclusion. Without single-minded focus and sheer hard work
The quality of applications in this round of the Delivering Dreams Scholarship was nothing short of amazing! But we can
When you think about it, a good paralympic dressage horse must have something a little special in their makeup. But
Dressage superstar Brett Parbery has ridden life’s roller coaster with remarkable aplomb. But that’s really not such a surprise, because
When Ellie Gough started riding, she started small. But from little things, much bigger things tend to grow – and
With regions ranging from cool temperate, temperate, arid, subtropical and tropical, the Australian climate poses some interesting feeding challenges, writes
If you love cute and sassy over might and power, a smaller version of the elegant show hack may very
Is lunging the magic cure-all? In Part One of this three-part feature, resident columnist CHARLIE BRISTER digs deep on the
With a career that’s spanned several continents and includes an impressive list of three day event successes, we were curious
With a stellar year behind her, showjumper Amelia Douglass has no intention of slowing the pace. She spoke to AMANDA
Value your head! You only have one and damage to it can result in life changing consequences. KRISTEN FLEET takes
Terms and Conditions: “Feed XL Premium Membership” giveaway 1. The promoter is Equestrian Hub whose registered office is at Fernleigh
Earlier this year Boyd Exell won his ninth FEI World Cup Driving Championship in a row. The media described it
For a number of very good reasons, good quality riding boots are essential items in every equestrian wardrobe. But there
The welfare spotlight shone on horses in 2019, and, writes JUSTINE CURATOLO, of the Australian Equine Unification Scheme and Heritage
There are hundreds of different kinds of horse boots out there. AMANDA MAC gives us the low-down on the wide
When a gangly young Warmblood came trotting into horse trainer Susi May’s life nine months ago, little did she know
BILLIE MORGAN decided from an early age that her passion was trick-riding. The inaugural Delivering Dreams Scholarship winner tells us
As a qualified equine nutritionist, LEISA HOFSETTER from Hof Equine sees a lot of confusion surrounding horses’ and their need
There’s no doubt about it, Working Equitation is on the up and up in Australia, and at the forefront is
One of the most versatile breeds in the world, the Australian Stock Horse has earned a truly remarkable place both
With goals scored at lightning speed, the game of polo is as exciting as it is skilled. AMANDA MAC spoke
CHARLIE BRISTER attends a clinic with Buck Brannaman and finds that timing is everything. There are not many horse trainers running
Sometimes we don’t go looking for our equestrian discipline, it comes looking for us. If you haven’t ridden for 20
If you want to up your jumping game, then you’re going to love the invaluable training tips top showjumper Brook
The domestication of horses poses unique challenges for digestive health, writes DAWN BLACKWELL, who gives us an explanation of our
Picking up horse’s hooves safely and easily is an absolute essential for all of us, writes CHARLIE BRISTER.Nearly every working
What do you do when you haven’t ridden for years, you’re out of touch with modern saddle design, and you
Finding a saddle that you love is often a challenge – but if you happen to be in a little
Melon protectors – what’s the difference? We all know that helmets keep our heads safe and there are plenty on the
Justice Nicholson loves Kieffer saddles, and she recently found the perfect one on the Saddle Hub. At 18 years old,
Helga Riedemann was shopping around for a saddle when she came across one that really did tick all the boxes
Leah Hart had her heart set on an Amerigo Siena dressage saddle, so when she found one for sale on
Shara Menzies recently purchased a Kieffer Sydney dressage saddle and both she and her lovely Thoroughbred are delighted with her
Carlyn Brennan recently purchased an Ideal FWB dressage saddle for her lovely Arabian Riding Pony and couldn’t be happier. “I
Dannii Cunnane collects some tips from The Australian Endurance Riders Association to help prepare a rider and an inexperienced horse
When Lindsey Ware bought the well-known dressage star Aristede, little did she know how quickly the pair of them would
Skye Stenning finds the Equipe Viktoria perfect for horse and rider. Skye Stenning recently purchased an Equipe Viktoria for her
Shona Martyn is a publisher and editor, and not a horse person, her daughter Evangeline is a musician, and a
The indefatigable Australian dressage legend has already competed at five Olympic Games. With a move to new stables, a new trainer
The weekend of the Bunyip bushfire in Victoria was one of the longest weekends of horse photographer and breeder Nicole Emanuel’s
Queensland eventer Mattea Davidson talks to Ute Raabe and reflects on the day her bridle broke on a cross country
Angela Arkadieff put the saddle before the horse – and loves both of them. Angela Arkadieff recently purchased her Kieffer
Showjumper Chris Chugg talks to Candida Baker about the serious side of building a horse business. If I’ve heard one
The Wilson sisters are famous around the world for their equestrian achievements. Candida Baker spoke to Vicki Wilson just as she
Mackenzie Boundy has been riding since she was seven, trying everything from pony club to eventing to showing until she
Jamie Priestley is a talented 20-year-old Young Rider from New South Wales. Originally from a hacking background, Jamie started show
Michelle Hiley recently purchased a Kieffer Sydney dressage saddle for Perri, her beautiful Arabian Riding Pony gelding. “I chose this
Edwina Tops-Alexander is the highest ranked female show jumper in the world. HorseVibes looks at the life and times of an inspirational
Dual Olympic medallist, and current Australian eventing champion Shane Rose, is our Hub Hero this month. “What a lot of
Multiple Sclerosis has not stopped Heather Roberts from achieving her horse dreams, writes Jane Camens. And Heather has no intention
Summerland Dressage Club (SDC) is a not-for-profit organisation which promotes dressage in the scenic town of Bangalow in the Northern
KERRY BARTON recently purchased an Albion SLK Adjusta dressage saddle and she loves it. I chose this saddle because that
Our Mission To advance the Art of Dressage and to encourage and foster horsemanship in all its forms. The Yarra
Coffs Coast Jump Club is a recent arrival on the Club scene – and the only specific show jumping club
Tansey Polocrosse Club continues to cement its reputation as one of the best polocrosse clubs in Australia, featuring players in
TLEC is located in scenic Bilambil in the Tweed Valley. The Club was founded in 1989 as a beginners club,
As well as running numerous race meetings, Brisbane Racing Club has an ongoing commitment to rehoming ex-racehorses. As the leading
Queensland Showjumping Club Inc. aims to promote the sport of Showjumping in many facets. We aim to provide a world-class
It was a horse with ‘attitude’ that set the founder of New Zealand’s International Spirit Horse Festival, Rosemary Wyndham-Jones, on her
Most will remember the time they plaited up for their first Dressage competition and pulled on the unforgiving white jods.
Team penning is a sport for all ages, and also delivers a huge adrenaline kick for participants and audiences. It's
Pedro Torres is a multiple World and European Champion in Working Equitation, an FEI-ranked Dressage Rider, and at Equitana recently.
Paddock Blade Australia is changing the game for paddock maintenance. Established inthe United Kingdom and on the market since 2016
The humble stirrup has come a long way since it was first used in the second century BC. Evidence suggests
As well as running numerous race meetings, Brisbane Racing Club has an ongoing commitment to rehoming ex-racehorses. As the leading
Koko Story, an 11-year-old former racehorse, is one of Australia’s elite 4* eventing horses. When Jane Camens caught up with
Advertise your equestrian gift lines and start getting more of the holiday profits! The love of horses is more than
Equitana’s turning 20! Ute Raabe takes a peak behind Australia’s favourite horse festival to find out who is responsible for
Ever thought about buying a pony for your child? If you’ve ever owned a horse or wanted to own a
Female Riders Should Wear a Sports Bra. Around 90% of marathon runners say they always wear a sports bra, yet
Respect for, and partnership with your horse are key to Jose’s approach to training horses and riders around Australia, the
In May this year an incredible story of community spirit, generosity and survival in drought captivated the equestrian community at
Stacy Westfall is our Hub Hero this month. The extraordinary 2006 video of her winning the All American Quarter Horse
Even though parts of New South Wales and Queensland received a bit of rain in the past few weeks we
Care of our horses’ teeth is just as important as care of our own, writes Dannii Cunnane, giving us the
Rider and coach Cathy Binz has long had an interest in equine therapeutic modalities, and in particular the effect of
Our dual-Olympic medallist, and one of Australia’s most decorated eventing riders, Stuart Tinney is taking on a new role next
This month’s Young Rider hails from Western Australia and is a keen equestrian with many credits to her name. Growing
When Sue-Ellen Lovatt contacted The Saddle Hub to buy a saddle suitable for her charity ride, The Challenge – Ride
The double bridle is an easily misunderstood item of tack. In the right hands it is a delicate instrument of
Adrienne Bowden has been breeding, training and competing stock horses most of her life. She also ‘Scary Obstacles’ clinics, for
Carl Hester. The very name has become synonymous with the best of British dressage, including, of course, Charlotte Dujardin, who
There are in fact many reasons. It all starts with the humble Rosehip, the berry-like fruit of the wild rose
When Shae Herwig recently won Champion ridden Spanish Andalusian mare, and National Champion ridden Spanish Andalusian on her beautiful mare
Jane Camens put her best riding foot forward and recently spent a week in Portugal at the Valença Equestrian Academy
GutzBusta have been making and using hay nets for their own horses for the past seven years. Until recently they’ve
Do you and your equine partner have the stamina to cover a five, 20 or 40 kilometre training ride? For
Vicki Roycroft is one of the most successful riders ever at World Cup Finals and has been selected as a
Stance Equitec Toxin Binder Have you ever looked at your horse and thought that something just doesn’t look right? You’re
Penny Newbold sheds some light on the various theories behind the great rugging debate. The when, what, how and why
I lean into my horse’s neck as her gallop quickens. The herd swerves to the left as my mare expertly
Shane Rose on heart and heat and rising to the top Dual Olympic medallist, and current Australian eventing champion Shane
When journalist and writer Jane Camens returned to live in Australia after many years overseas and horseless, she found that
Summerland Dressage Club (SDC) is a not-for-profit organisation which promotes dressage in the scenic town of Bangalow in the Northern
Bull’s Eye! Horse Archery Horse archery, also known as mounted archery, is fast becoming a popular sport in Australia. The
Photo Credit to Michelle Tierlato Airlie Robinson on Finch Farm Tarantino 5yo class, Alexis Hellyer on Bluefields Floreno, Amanda Ross on Koko
The wet weather the Northern Rivers has been experiencing lately, is just a little too close for comfort for
The Athletic Andalusian The Andalusian, also known as the Pure Spanish Horse or Pura Raza Española (PRE), is a horse
When I was a teenager I had a naughty Arab/Fell Pony cross, who delighted in several Machiavellian endeavours, one of
At the tender of age of 20, Elizabeth Ballard is on not only the Queensland Young Rider Team for Dressage
Gillian Rolton: Australia’s Olympic Heroine Gillian Rolton became one of Australia's best known equestrian heroes after her gutsy performance in
Penny Newbold has sold a few horses in her time – she passes on some tips to help would-be sellers
Equine nutritional therapist and medical herbalist Antoinette Foster explores the perfect diet for a performance horse and looks at whether
The Boy from Bega - excelling at everything he does His achievements are the stuff of legends, and his commitment
Product Review Fiona Todd reviews the Anita Momentum Wire-free Sports Bra Being blessed, or cursed, depending how you look at
Aquis – Aiming High One thing show jumper Michelle Lang-McMahon knows only too well is that if a thing’s worth
While it’s not clear where the equestrian sport of tent pegging originated, it has been documented as a sport as
Sydney Eventing was formed in 2002, with competitive eventer and course designer Sue Gunn at the helm. Supported by her
Never work with children or animals’ said W.C. Fields – but what if, like our Penny, you happen to have
More and more research is showing that close proximity to horses can change our brain wave patterns in a positive
This month’s Young Rider is Emma Bishop, a super talented eventing rider who has made a big impression on the
With their high-stepping action, expressive faces, strength and stamina, the Morgan horse is an extremely popular breed in America, where
It’s inevitable that as our equine friends age, they begin to lose a bit of condition, but, as Penny Newbold
Fiona Todd’s old broody Zar, has rediscovered the spring in her hoof since she’s been on Rose-Hip Vital.. ‘I have
Hub Hero – Heath Ryan Top riders in any equestrian discipline know how hard it can be to reach the
Combining comfort, class and safety sounds like an impossibility for riding equipment, yet Kask have done it! An elegant, streamlined
Emma Cahalane recently purchased the Prestige Verona dressage saddle and is really pleased with the value for money the saddle
Penny Newbold reveals a few tricks to keep your horse calm, relaxed and focused on the task at hand. A
“I’m thrilled to have received the scholarship through Bond for my riding and I plan to do everything possible to raise awareness about
Sydney 2000 Olympic gold medallist plus Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic bronze medallist Stuart Tinney OAM will take up the
EVERYBODY LOCALLY TENDS TO CALL TWEED & DISTRICT SHOWJUMPING CLUB, THE CABARITA CLUB – SINCE IT’S BASED IN THE LOVELY
So chestnut coloured horses, mares in particular, have a bit of a bad reputation. A bit like poor old redheads
We’ve all experienced them – haven’t we? Those horses, you know, the ones that not only don’t want to be
Dashing through the snow… It’s about this time of year in Australia that many of us, hosing down our sweaty
Breed Focus: Waler The Waler is considered to be one of the hardiest and heroic breeds in the world. Its
The Accidental Trainer - Carlos Tabernaberri Carlos Tabernaberri is renowned the world over for his gentle teaching methods, writes Candida
There is no doubt that horse ownership is an expensive undertaking. Horse riding is an expensive hobby so we thought
Like many of our Young Riders, Victorian-based 15-year-old Georgia Davey was riding before she could walk. “My love and passion
Marguerite Wyatt recently purchased a Bates Isabell for her daughter Sarah. We initially purchased a saddle this year but it
Horse treats so good Fiona Todd was tempted to try them herself! My first thought as I opened the bags of
Spring Plains Equestrian Club is a small club near Baringhup, Central Victoria. Associated with the Horse Riding Clubs Association of
10-year-old Brydee Andrew, has one motto. “You won’t know until you try,” she says. She has certainly, at her young
Lisa Jallands recently purchased a Bates Isabelle for her daughter through the Equestrian Hub. While it has been difficult for
Bailey Grofski has been riding since he was a small boy, but started to get seriously involved from the age
Megan Perrin has recently purchased an Equipe Emporio dressage saddle through the Equestrian Hub. Although at first she thought the
I have been lucky enough to test ride a pair of Harrys Horse Cool-Riderz riding tights this month. While initially
Equestrian Hub’s rider extraordinaire, Shae Herwig, was lucky enough to try out a stock tie from Equine Rider Accessories. Here
Gun eventer, Thea Horsley, from the Southern Highlands in NSW is our September Young Rider of the Month. Thea starting
Our Kiwi cousins are hosting their own Equitana event in Auckland and it’s going to be an exciting experience. Running
Emma Rust is a returning Saddle Hub customer and recently purchased a County Competitor for her five year old riding
With Spring just around the corner, it’s an exciting time for horse breeders – they are either waiting on a
White Angels Horse Rescue is located in the Kinglake Ranges outside of Melbourne. It is a non-profit organisation with the
The Appaloosa originated from America and is best known for its colourful coat patterns and used by American Indians as
Simone purchased her beautiful CWD 2G jumping saddle through the Equestrian Hub and couldn’t be happier. “I love my CWD,
Image by Gone Riding Media Shannan Goodwin was recently selected to ride The Saddlefitter Big Tour Dressage Masterclass with Charlotte
Let me just start out my saying that I am in no way, shape or form a fan of the
Sheath cleaning – it may not the most glamourous or popular horse care procedure on the planet but it must
Olivia Comben’s first memory of sitting on a horse goes back to when she was two-years-old. “I’ve always ridden,” the
The lucky winner of the Horseware Sportz-Vibe Massage Rug is, Melinda Downs from NSW. Pictured: Melinda on SS Safari at
Sydney Eventing is privileged to call SIEC home! Formed in 2002 we run several events each year offering riders the
Jane Thompson recently purchased her Kieffer Innsbruck all-purpose saddle from the Equestrian Hub and couldn't be happier. "I was over
HubVibes writer, Dannii Cunnane, was lucky enough to test the Horseware Sportz-Vibe massage rug on her noble steed Dexter. Dexter
Milly Mathews At the tender age of 12, Milly is already a seasoned competitor with an impressive number of wins
Lindsey Blanch may only be 17 years old, but she is blowing her competition out of the water after
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Like many horse owners once you know you have found a place that you trust with quality you tend to
This is me and my Angus ever since buying my ATM Childeric from The Saddle Hub I have never felt so comfortable.
There are many things you need to consider before you buy and we’re here to make it easy for you.