The Power of the Bit: A Deep Dive Into Tyler Magnus’ Line

Tyler Magnus, a nine-time National Finals Rodeo Qualifier and a former NFR average champion in team roping, contains an immense passion for his field.  “Horses are what it is all about to me. That’s all I have ever done, all I have ever wanted to do.” This dedication and pride are what led him to […]

Walt Woodard’s Bit Tips

World Champion Team Roper Walt Woodard has taught roping schools for riders of all levels for more than 40 years. One thing he’s noticed, over and over again, is a lack of knowledge around proper bitting.  Bits should be based on a number of factors including the horse’s age, temperament, training level, and the rider’s […]

Jonathan Gauthier’s Bits & Spurs

As a Top 20 NRHA Professional who has won several individual titles and coached successful reining teams, Jonathan Gauthier knows a thing or two about training young horses and riders.  Over the course of his career, Gauthier has created foundational programs for reining horses, that have proven highly effective across Western disciplines including cutting, roping […]

Get to Know Top 20 NRHA Professional Jonathan Gauthier

As a Top 20 NRHA Professional who has won several individual titles and coached successful reining teams, Jonathan Gauthier knows a thing or two about training young horses and riders.  Over the course of his career, Gauthier has created foundational programs for reining horses, that have proven highly effective across Western disciplines including cutting, roping […]

Hall of Fame Cowboy Tyler Magnus’ Bit Collection

Cowboy Tyler Magnus is a legendary rodeo competitor with an illustrious career that spans nearly 40 years. Magnus is a nine-time National Finals Rodeo qualifier and a former NFR average champion in team roping. He was inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame in 2009. While Magnus admits winning is very rewarding, roping is […]

If You Want To Do It, Do It: Get To Know Tyler Magnus

Cowboy Tyler Magnus is a legendary rodeo competitor with an illustrious career that spans nearly 40 years. Magnus is a nine-time National Finals Rodeo qualifier and a former NFR average champion in team roping. He was inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame in 2009. Magnus grew up in cattle country, with a dad […]

Emilie Veillette’s Barrel Racing Collection

Emilie Veillette is a professional barrel racer and horse trainer, and is the first and youngest Canadian to be ranked in the world. Emilie views winning as an extension of her relationship with her horse – the result of good training and communication. She believes that horse love to learn. That – like most people […]

Consistency and Work Ethic: Get to Know Emilie Veillette

Emilie Veillette is a professional barrel racer and horse trainer, and is the first and youngest Canadian to be ranked in the world. Emilie grew up in a barrel racing family – mom was a barrel racer and breakaway roper, and dad was a bulldogger. The family rode together, traveled to rodeos together, and supported […]

Two Million Dollar Rider Launches Bit Collection

Reining phenomenon Bernard Fonck knows what it takes to train an elite horse. Between his gold and silver medals, multiple world titles, NRHA Two Million Dollar Rider status, and the breeding and training facility – Fonck Performance Horses – he runs with his wife, he’s as knowledgeable and experienced as you can get.  It’s that […]

Attitude Is Everything: Get To Know Bernard Fonck

Bernard Fonck is a reining phenomenon.  Originally from Belgium, he has quickly risen through the ranks to become the first European-based trainer to achieve the status of National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Two Million Dollar Rider.  Bernard has been competing in European and North American NRHA events since 2002, earning multiple titles over those years.  […]

Walt Woodard’s Roper’s Bit Collection

Living Legend Walt Woodard knows a thing or two about the importance of communication between horse and rider. He’s qualified for the NFR more than 15 times, holds two world titles, and is considered to be one of the best ropers in the industry.  Throughout his career, Walt’s also taught roping schools for riders of […]

Put In The Work And Be Prepared: Get To Know Walt Woodard

Walt Woodard is a living legend in the world of team roping. He has qualified for the NFR more than 15 times, holds two world titles, and is considered to be one of the best ropers in the industry. And, he’s not done yet. At the age of 66, Walt is still competing – one […]