How To Cowboy

Rodeo-ready Western clothes for boys are a classic way for your little buckaroo to show off his personality. Discover the must-have boy's Western wear at NRS.

Saddles are expensive, so you may be tempted to buy a saddle online to take advantage of amazing pricing and a better selection than offered at the local tack shop. But hold up — before you buy, there are some things you need to know to make sure it's really a good deal. This guide will show you how to buy a saddle safely and make sure you're getting the quality you expect.

Do you want to learn how to size a Western saddle for your horse? Discover how to fit a Western saddle properly with this informative Western saddle fitting guide from the pros at NRS.

Texas Health Sports Medicine Patient Story – Jay Meadows Roper Gets Back in the Saddle after Shoulder Injury For rancher and rodeo athlete Jay Meadows, every day is physical. The 58-year-old regularly tends to cattle on his Aledo property, and...

So, you're wondering how to fit a saddle pad? In our ultimate saddle pad size guide, we'll explain the importance of properly fitting a saddle pad and how to ensure a comfortable fit. We'll include Western saddle pad fitting tips,...

Hillwood Land and Cattle presents the American Military Celebration with Charly Crawford brought to you by Ariat for its second year. The event raises funds for Building Homes for Heroes and fosters support and appreciation for military members, service members,...

Horses and fireworks can be an explosive combination. If you have a skittish horse, it's a good time to start thinking of your 4th of July horse safety plan. Independence Day is right around the corner, and while the holiday...

If you are looking for help figuring out what stirrups to buy, you came to the right place. We're sharing all the essential information you need to know about Western stirrups. You'll find out how to measure stirrups, how to...

Is your kiddo ready to rope and ride? Have a horse but not sure how to get into youth rodeo? Where do you go? How do you enter? Rodeo is a very unique athletic event and life sport. It is...

Raise your hand and be bold with the new Top Hand Desperado. By definition- Desperado is noun, plural des·per·a·does, des·per·a·dos. a bold, reckless criminal or outlaw, especially in the early days of the American West. “The Desperado was meticulously designed and built from...

The annual 2021 Smarty Young Pro Camp is taking place May 17-20 at NRS Arena. This year 40 kids from all over the United States and Canada will come together to learn from some of the best team ropers in...

This helpful horse pack trip list explains what to keep in a saddlebag for any type of ride.