Shameless Shopping Guide: 2025 Holiday Sale Edition

The best Black Friday / Cyber Monday / Small Biz Saturday weekend sales all in one place!
Happy Shopping!!
This list will be updated throughout the weekend so be sure to check back for the latest sales!

If you find this helpful, join the Shameless Spending Squad to get all the best equestrian sales, deals, and giveaways in one email to your inbox throught the year!

BROWSE BY SHOP NAME: A-Z

Adam’s Horse Supplies

15% off + Free Shipping
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/16-12/2

shop Adam’s horse Supplies

Airstride Equine

Free Gifts + US Tariffs Paid
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 12/1

shop Airstride Equine

Anatomeq

Discounts on Select Items

shop Anatomeq

American Equus

10% off Sitewide
11/26-12/5

shop American Equus

Ariat

Up to 40% Off
Code: Priced Marked
Limited Time

shop Ariat

AtelierCG

20% Off Sitewide
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop ateliercg

Aztec Diamond Equestrian

Up to 70% off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop Aztec Diamond

Bit and Bee Farm

20% off 2 Nosebands
30% off 3+ Nosebands
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop bit and Bee Farm

BOTORI

25% off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop botori

The Braided Mane Apparel

15% off Orders $100+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop The Braided Mane Apparel

Bridles & Reins

Up to 50% off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Bridles & Reins

Breeches.com

30% off
$20 Gift Card w/ Orders $100+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Breeches.com

C4 Belts

25% Off
Code: C4BLACKFRIDAY25
Limited Time

shop c4

Canter Culture Riding Apparel

30% off Sitewide
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 12/1

shop Canter Culture

Cavaliere Couture

25% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY
Ends 12/1

shop Cavaliere Couture

Centerline Candles

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

shop Centerline Candles

The Classic Equestrian

Up to 50% Off
Code: TBD
Limited Time

shop The Classic Equestrian

CL Equestrian

20% off Custom Crew Necks
Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop CL Equestrian

Corro

Up to 75% Off
Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop Corro

Criniēre

25% off Sitewide
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 12/1

shop Criniēre

Dancing Equestrian

Up to 50% off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop dancing Equestrian

Dapple Bay Co.

20% off (excludes holiday items)
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop dAPPLE BAY Co

Dover Saddlery

20% Off Select Brands
Code: BF2025
Limited Time

shop dover Saddlery

Draw It Out

BOGOs + 50% off K9
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 12/1

shop draw it out

Dreamers & Schemers

25% off
Code: FUNRIDE25
Limited Time

shop Dreamers & Schemers

Ecogold

20% off Black and White
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Ecogold

Ellany

BOGO 50% off Sweatshirts/Sunshirts
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Ellany

Equifit

20% Off Sitewide
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 – 12/1

shop equiFIT

Equilibrium

Various Discounts on Product Lines
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop equilibrium

Equinavia

20% Off Sitewide
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop equinavia

The Equine Creative

$25 off Logos
$50 off Brand Kits
$75 off Logo + Brand Kit Bundle
$15 off Line Art Illustrations

shop The Equine Creative

Equine & Design

25% off Sitewide
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Equine & Design

EquesPante

30% off Any 3 Pantes
Code: BF2025
Ends 11/28

shop Equespante

Equestrian Club

30% Off Regular Priced Items
Code: BLAQ
10% Off Clearance Items
Code: CLUB
Ends 11/30

shop Equestrian Club

Equestrian Masterclass – Noelle Floyd

50% off Annual Memberships
Ends 12/1

shop Equestrian Masterclass

Equestrian Stockholm

Up to 50% Off
Code: Prices Marked

shop Equestrian Stockholm

Equestroom

25% Off
Code: BLACK25
Limited Time

shop Equestroom

Equus Now!

Up to 80% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop Equus Now!

The Equine Candle Co.

10% off 10oz Round Candles
3 for $30 Diffusers
Code: BLACKFRIDAY10
Limited Time

shop The Equine Candle Co

Esprit Equestrian

Up to 20% off Sitewide
Free Shipping Orders $150+
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop Esprit Equestrian

Ethos Equestrian

Up to 25% Off
Prices Marked

shop Ethos Equestrian

Equifuse

Select Bestsellers 20% off + Free Gift w/ Purchase
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop Equifuse

Equihook

20% off Bundles + Buy 4 Get 1 Free
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Equihook

Equisite Elements of Style

Up to 75% Off
Prices Marked

shop Equisite Elements of Style

Farm House Tack

Nearly 20% Off Everything
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop FARM House Tack

Farm Vet

15% Off
(some exclusions apply)
Code: BLACKFRIDAY15
Ends 12/1

shop FARM Vet

FITS Equestrian

Sale Prices Marked

Shop fits equestrian

Free Ride Equestrian

15-50% Off Sitewide
Code: Priced Marked

Shop Free Ride Equestrian

Gallagher’s Water

TBD
Code: TBA
TBD

Shop Gallagher’s Water

GhoDho

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop Ghodho

Gray Horse Candle Co.

25% Off Select Items
Code: BLACKFRIDAY25
Limited Time

Shop Gray horse candle co

Halter Ego

25% Off Full-Priced Items
Code: BFCM25
Limited Time

shop halter Ego

Hannah Childs Lifestyle

Buy 2 Maddy or Harper, Get 1 50% off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop hannah Childs Lifestyle

Haybales & Barbells

50% Off Almost Everything

shop haybales & Barbells

Haylo Equestrian

Up to 30% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop Haylo Equestrian

Herd of Zebras

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

shop Herd of Zebras

Hoof Track Designs

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

shop Hoof Track Designs

The Horse Bit Shop

Various Discounts
Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop The Horse Bit Shop

Horseplay Apparel

25% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY25
Ends 12/1

shop Horseplay Apparel

Hunt Club

35% Off Derby Belts
Code: GIFTING
Limited Time

shop Hunt Club

Ida Mae Home

20% off Sitewide
Code: BLACKFRIDAY20
Ends 12/1

Shop Ida Mae Home

If The Bonnet Fits

10-60% Off Ready to Ship
Limited Time

Shop If the bonnet fits

The Infused Equestrian

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop The Infused Equestrian

It’s A Haggerty’s

TBD
Code: TBA
TBD

shop It’s A Haggerty’s

Just Wright Candle Co

20% off Single Candles
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Just Wright Candle Co

Kastel Denmark

Up to 80% off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop Kastel Denmark

Kunkle Equestrian Gloves

10% Off
Code: KUNKLE10
11/22-12/1

shop Kunkle

Little Paint Leather

25% off Most Items
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Little Paint Leather

Majyk Equipe

25% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Ends 12/2

shop Majyk Equipe

Mane-ly Long Hair

Free Shipping Orders $125+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout

Shop Mane-ly Long Hair

Mare Goods

20% off Sitewide
Code: BF2025
Ends 11/30

Shop Mare Goods

Marengo Equestrian

TBA
Code: TBD
TBA

Shop Marengo equestrian

Mavrik Equine

30% off Sitewide
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

Shop Mavrik Equine

Millbrook Leathers

25% Off
Code: TURKEY
Limited Time

Shop Millbrook Leathers

My Equi Art

15% Off + Free Shipping
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

Shop My equi art

Novella Equestrian

20% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY20
Limited Time

Shop Novella Equestrian

Oakbark & Chrome

10% off
Code: 2025BF
Limited Time

Shop Oakbark & Chrome

Pinsnickety

20% Off + Free Shipping Orders $80+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/28 – 12/1

Shop PINSNICKETY

Pivo

Up to $90 Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop PIvo

Perri’s Leather

20% off Sitewide + Free Shipping
Code: 𝗡𝗢𝗩𝟮𝟴𝟮𝟱𝗙𝗕
Limited Time

Shop Perri’s Leather

Ponyo Horsewear

Up to 70% Off
Code: Prices Marked
11/26 – 12/1

Shop Ponyo horsewear

The Posh Pony Boutique

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop The Posh Pony Boutique

The Proper Fox

20% off Sitewide
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

Shop The Proper Fox

PS of Sweden

Up to 50% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop Ps of Sweden

Pure Sole Hoof

30% off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/30

Shop Pure Sole Hoof

Ranch Dress’n

35% Off + Free Gifts
Code: BBF35
Limited Time

Shop Ranch dress’n

Redingote

10% Off Full-Priced
60% off Closeouts
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop Redingote

Remarkable Leather Goods

Free Nameplates w/ Leather Goods Purchase
Code: RLGBF2025
Ends 12/1

Shop Remarkable Leather Goods

Ride Equisafe

Up to 20% Off
$25 Gift Card on Orders $500+
Ends 12/1

Shop Ride equisafe

Ride IQ

35% Off
Code: BF35
Limited Time

Shop Ride iq

Riding House 44

Up to 35% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Ends 12/1

Shop Riding House 44

Riding Warehouse

Up to 20% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Ends 12/1

Shop Riding Warehouse

R.J. Classics

20% Off Full Price Items
Code: BFCM25
Limited Time

Shop R.J. Classics

Ruespari

20% off
Code: HOLIDAYGIFT20
Limited Time

Shop Ruespari

Saratoga Horseworks

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop Saratoga Horseworks

Sixteen Cypress

20-50% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop Sixteen Cypress

Smartpak

20% Off + Free Gift Orders $200+
(exclusions apply)
Code: BF2025
Limited Time

Shop Smartpak

Solid Citizen Equestrian

20% Off Sitewide
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 12/1

Shop Solid Citizen Equestrian

Sport Horse Essentials

15% off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 12/1

Shop SPORT HORSE ESSENTIALS

Spot On Braiding Wax

20% Off Waxed Thread
Code: THX20
10% Off Braiding Wax
Code: THX10
Limited Time

Shop Spot On Braiding Wax

Star Point Horsemanship

30% Off Orders $100+
Code: BLACKFRIDAY30
Limited Time

Shop Star Point Horsemanship

StripHair Gentle Groomer

Up to 35% Off Bundles
Free Shipping Orders $35+
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop Striphair

Stylish Equestrian

20% off (exclusions apply)
Code: EXTRA20
Limited Time

Shop Stylish Equestrian

Stylish in the Saddle

25% off + Free Shipping Orders $150+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/25-11/30

Shop Stylish in The Saddle

Sync Equestrian

20% Off Sitewide
Code: BIGGESTSALE
Limited Time

Shop Sync Equestrian

The Tack Hack

25% Off
Code: FUNRIDE25
Limited Time

Shop The Tack Hack

Tack Of The Day

6 Deals Everyday
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop Tack Of The Day

TKEQ

New Deals Weekly
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/26

Shop TKEQ

ThinLine

20% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 12/2

Shop Thinline

Tried Equestrian

20% Off Sitewide + 70% off Sale
+ Free Gifts w/ Every Order
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 12/1

Shop TRIED EQUESTRIAN

Tucker Tweed

Free Shipping on All Orders
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

Shop Tucker Tweed

Two Dark Bays Shoppe

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop Two Dark Bays

Vala Equestrian

Up to 70% off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop Vala Equestrian

Veltri Sport

20% off
Code: BFCM
Limited Time

Shop Veltri sport

Virtue Soap Company

50% off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

Shop Virtue Soap Company

Voltaire Design

20% Off Accessories + Free Shipping
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/24 – 11/30

Shop Voltaire Design

Winderen

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop Winderen

Weather or Not Equestrian

Up to 78% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop won Equestrian

Shamelessly Holding On

The hardest part of horses isn’t the long hours or the financial sacrifices — it’s the heartbreak. The way you can pour years of your life, your love, and your effort into them, only to be left waiting for answers that may never come.

For the past five years, Fiona and I have been on a rollercoaster of highs and lows. Our first show season together feels like a lifetime ago now. Since then, it’s been injuries, setbacks, rehabs, and the kind of resilience you only discover when walking away isn’t an option. She’s complicated, opinionated, and not the kind of horse everyone would stick with — but she’s mine. And for me, she’s worth every bit of it.

Right now, we’re in another chapter of uncertainty. She’s lame again, with no visible injury to explain it. The last time I rode her was three months ago at a horse show where she stopped at every fence — her way of telling me something wasn’t right. I’ve been back on the ground with her ever since, hoping each day for even the smallest sign of improvement.

I’m bringing in a new vet now in hopes of finding some answers, but it comes with the question I’ve been avoiding: how far do I go? At what point do I stop chasing solutions and start considering a different future? Even typing that feels like admitting something I don’t want to face. The idea of retiring her before we ever really had our chance together destroys me. I want so badly for this to be another chapter in our comeback story, not the ending.

If you’ve ever loved a horse through uncertainty, you know this feeling. The ache of not knowing, the constant pull between hope and heartbreak, the endless “what ifs.” And yet, despite it all, I can’t bring myself to give up. So here we are. In the waiting, the wondering, and the hoping. Hoping for answers and for healing. 

Shameless Shopping Guide: 2023 Holiday Sale Edition

The best Black Friday / Cyber Monday / Small Biz Saturday weekend sales all in one place!
Happy Shopping!!
This list will be updated throughout the weekend so be sure to check back for the latest sales!

If you find this helpful, join the Shameless Spending Squad to get all the best equestrian sales, deals, and giveaways in one email to your inbox throught the year!

BROWSE BY SHOP NAME: A-Z

Adam’s Horse Supplies

Up to 20% Off Select Brands
Code: Priced Marked
Limited Time

shop Adam’s horse Supplies

Anatomeq

10-15% Off Select Items
Expires 11/28

shop Anatomeq

American Equus

Free Gloves w/ Stirrup Purchase
Expires 11/27

shop American Equus

Anique

Buy One, Get One Free

shop Anique

Ariat

Up to 40% Off
Code: Priced Marked
Limited Time

shop Ariat

AtelerCG

20% Off Orders $180+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop ateliercg

Aztec Diamond Equestrian

Various Sitewide Sales
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop Aztec Diamond

Back On Track

20% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop back on Track

Bit and Bee Farm

25% Off 2+ Cushions
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/23 – 11/26

shop bit and Bee Farm

Black Knight Accessories

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

shop Black Knight Accessories

Blanket Safe

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

shop Blanket Safe

BOTORI

25% off
Free Pom Beanie Orders $100+
Free Shipping + Free Canvas Tote Orders $175+
Code: SHAMELESS
11/22 – 11/27

shop botori

Bridles & Reins

BOGO
Code: BFCMBOGO
Limited Time

shop Bridles & Reins

Breeches.com

Up to 40% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Breeches.com

C4 Belts

20% Off
Code: BF20
Limited Time

shop c4

Cavaliere Couture

25% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY
Limited Time

shop Cavaliere Couture

Centerline Candles

$35 Sets, 2 for $60
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
While Supplies Last

shop Centerline Candles

Christian Lowe Leather Care

25% Off
Code: BLACK25
11/24 – 11/27

shop Christian lowe Leather Care

CL Equestrian

Up to 40% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Starts 11/24

shop CL Equestrian

Clovis

50% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout

shop Clovis

Corro

Up to 30% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY
Limited Time

shop Corro

Criniēre

35% Off Orders $200+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/27

shop Criniēre

Dancing Equestrian

Up to 40% Off
Code: Prices Marked
11/20 – 11/28

shop dancing Equestrian

Dapple Bay Co.

40% Off Select Items
20% Off Almost Everything
Free Gift Orders $200+
Code: BFCM2023
Limited Time

shop dAPPLE BAY Co

Dover Saddlery

20% Off Select Brands
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/26

shop dover Saddlery

Draw It Out

50% Off + BOGO Gift Cards
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
TBD

shop draw it out

Dreamers & Schemers

All Items on Sale
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Dreamers & Schemers

Ecogold

15% off Saddle Pads
Code: BLACKFRIPADS
Expires 11/27
15% off Horse Boots
Code: SMALLBIZSAT15
11/25 Only
15% off Half Pads
Code: CYBERMON15
11/27 Only

shop Ecogold

Ellany

Buy One, Get One 50% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Ellany

Elemental Grooming

15% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/26

shop Elemental grooming

EQL by Kerrits

Up to 20% Select Styles
Discounts as Marked

shop EQL by Kerrits

Equifit

15% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/24 – 11/27

shop equiFIT

Equilibrium

25% Off Massage Pads
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop equilibrium

Equipad

Up to 50% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop equipad

Equinavia

20-50% Off Sitewide
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop equinavia

The Equine Creative

10% Off Elite Branding Packages
Full Color Digital Illustrations (2 Figures) $68
Line Art Digital Illustrations $48
Utilizing your Branding Download $14

shop The Equine Creative

Equine & Design

Discounted Amateur AF Bundle
Code: Price Marked
Limited Time

shop Equine & Design

The Equine Photography Academy

30% Off All Courses
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/25

shop Equine Photography Academy

EquesPante

Buy One, Get One 30% Off
Code: BF30
Buy 4, Get 1 30% Off
Code: BF1FREE
11/21 – 11/27

shop Equespante

Equestrian Club

20% Off
Code: THANKS
Limited Time

shop Equestrian Club

Equestrian Masterclass

$100 Off Yearly Membership
+ Get a Free Journal
Ends 11/27

shop Equestrian Masterclass

Equestrian Prep Collection

15% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout

shop Equestrian Prep Collection

Equestrian Stockholm

Up to 50% Off
Code: Prices Marked

shop Equestrian Stockholm

Equestriess Atelier

50% Off
Code: HUNTMAS

shop Equestriess Atelier

Equestroom

45% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY23
11/24 12AM – 11:59PM

shop Equestroom

Equus Now!

Up to 80% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop Equus Now!

Esprit Equestrian

TBA
Code: TBD
Starts 11/23 @ 10PM

shop Esprit Equestrian

Ethos Equestrian

20% Off New Breeches
Code: THANKS2U

shop Ethos Equestrian

Everyday Equestrian Apparel

10% Off + Free Shipping
Free Gift w/ Orders $75+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout

Shop Everyday Equestrian

Farm House Tack

Up to 20% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop FARM House Tack

Farm Vet

15% Off
(some exclusions apply)
Code: BLACKFRIDAY15

shop FARM Vet

Fits Equetrian

20% Off
Code: BF20
Ends 11/26

Shop fits equestrian

Free Ride Equestrian

Daily Deals
Code: Priced Marked

Shop Free Ride Equestrian

The Forage Porridge

20% Off Porridges
Code: TBD
11/25 – 11/28

Shop The Forage Porridge

Gallagher’s Water

Free Trace Minerals + Free Shipping
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/24 Only

Shop Gallagher’s Water

GhoDho

20% Off
Code: BLACKOUT23
Starts 11/24

Shop Ghodho

Gray Horse Candle Co.

25% Off Sitewide
Free Shipping Orders $65+
Code: BLACKFRIDAY23
Limited Time

Shop Gray horse candle co

Halter Ego

25-55% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop halter Ego

Haybales & Barbells

50% Off Fitness Programs
Code: Automatic @ Checkout

shop haybales & Barbells

Her Riding Habit

20% Off Select STyles
Code: BF20
Limited Time

shop Her Riding Habit

Herd of Zebras

30% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/27

shop Herd of Zebras

Higher Standards Leather Care

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

shop higher standards leather care

Hoof Track Designs

$10 Brush Boots & Halters
$25+ Patterned Pads
$45 Velvet Pads
10% Off Regular Priced Items
Code: SHOP
Limited Time

shop Hoof Track Designs

The Horse Bit Shop

15% Off
Code: BLACK22
Limited Time

shop The Horse Bit Shop

Horse Cents Tack Shop

Up to 30% Off Select Items
Code: Prices Marked
11/24 – 11/26

shop Horse Cents Tack Shop

Horseplay Apparel

25% Off + Free Shipping
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Horseplay Apparel

Hufglocken

30% Off + Free Shipping
Code: BLACK30
Limited Time

shop Hufglocken

Hunt Club

30% Off
Code: SHINE
Limited Time

shop Hunt Club

If The Bonnet Fits

15% Off Custom Crochet Bonnets
20% Off Custom Air Mesh Bonnets
25% Off Read to Ship Bonnets
Limited Time

Shop If the bonnet fits

The Infused Equestrian

Buy 2, Get 1 Free
Code: BF23
Ends 11/27

Shop The Infused Equestrian

It’s A Haggerty’s

20% off New Apparel
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop It’s A Haggerty’s

Kunkle Equestrian Gloves

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

shop Kunkle

Maelort

40% Off Select Items
Code: BF
Limited Time

shop Maelort

Majyk Equipe

25% Off
Free Xmas Bonnet Orders $150+
Code: BF25
Limited Time

shop Majyk Equipe

Mane-ly Long Hair

Sitewide Sale
Code: Prices Marked

Shop Mane-ly Long Hair

Mare Goods

TBA
Code: TBD
TBA

Shop Mare Goods

Marengo Equestrian

TBA
Code: TBD
TBA

Shop Marengo equestrian

Millbrook Leathers

30% Off
Code: TURKEY30
Limited Time

Shop Millbrook Leathers

The Modern Horse

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop The Modern Horse

My Equi Art

15% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

Shop My equi art

Novella Equestrian

Up to 50% Off
Free Shipping Orders $40+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

Shop Novella Equestrian

Oakbark & Chrome

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop Oakbark & Chrome

Oaklyn Tack

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop Oaklyn tack

Pinsnickety

20% Off + Free Shipping Orders $80+
Code: LOOKSHARP
11/24 – 11/27

Shop PINSNICKETY

Pivo

Up to 50% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop PIvo

Perri’s Leather

20% Off
Code: RBF23
11/23 – 11/28

Shop Perri’s Leather

The Preppi Pony Co.

25% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop The Preppi Pony Co.

Pony Jet

40% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop Pony Jet

Ponyo Horsewear

Up to 70% Off
Code: Prices Marked
11/24 – 11/27

Shop Ponyo horsewear

The Posh Pony Boutique

20% Off
Free Gift w/ all Purchases
Code: BF2023
11/24 – 11/27

Shop The Posh Pony Boutique

PS of Sweden

Up to 70% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop Ps of Sweden

Purvida Healthy Horse

20% Off + Free Shipping Orders $50+
Code: GIVETHANKS
Ends 11/27

Shop PurVida Healthy Horse

Pure Sole Hoof

TBA
Code: TBD
TBD

Shop Pure Sole Hoof

Ranch Dress’n

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DeNiro Tricolore & MyRidingBoots.com Review

The last few months I’ve been on the hunt for new schooling tall boots since my Ariat boots of 8 years have finally kicked the can. Initially I wanted a pair of dress boots for the ease of cleaning (no laces) and to just have something different. In December I found a pair of Tredstep Dress boots on sale and in my size so I scooped them up so excited…only to not love the fit. Unfortunately they weren’t slim enough in the ankles which caused a lot of unflattering wrinkles.

Tredstep Dress boots compared to DeNiro Tricolore show boots - Front View
Tredstep Dress boots compared to DeNiro Tricolore show boots - Side View
Tredstep Dress boots compared to DeNiro Tricolore show boots - Side View
Tredstep Dress boots compared to my DeNiro Tricolore Show Boots (not the pair of DeNiro’s getting reviewed in this post)

And so the search for tall boots continued. I was primarily looking at Ariat boots for two reasons. One, for their price point. And two, because I’ve owned multiple pairs of Ariat shoes from paddock boots to tall boots to cowboy boots and they always hold up so well.

But then I got to thinking, since I really love the way my DeNiro show boots fit, why not try to find a reasonably priced pair of those? Since the price point on DeNiro’s start off higher than Ariat I thought I’d be looking for a used pair or something on closeout. Little did I know I’d luck out.

After scouring Facebook marketplace and eBay I decided to check out some tack shops. That’s when I stumbled upon MyRidingBoots.com.

MyRidingBoots.com Logo

My Riding Boots is an online retailer for all things boots and helmets. They’re based in the Netherlands and carry many high end brands including DeNiro, Samshield, KEP, Kask, OneK and more.

When I first checked their sale section I didn’t find anything in my size at the price point I wanted to be at so I continued searching but periodically checked back in to see if any new sale items popped up. A few weeks later my boot prayers had been answered.

Newly added to their showroom sale were a pair of DeNiro Tricolore boots in the color Cafe, in my size, and for just about 40% off!! Originally $599 these boots were now $378. I felt like that was an incredible deal for brand new DeNiro’s and jumped on it immediately.

DeNiro Tricolore Cafe
DeNiro Tricolore Smooth Leather (Cafe) and Botori Kate Riding Tights (Black/Fig Camo)

While I was compromising on the dress boot style I considered the color a win. I’ve always wanted a pair of brown boots but could never commit to a lighter brown simply because I thought it could clash with some outfits (yes, this is the matchy-matchyness in me coming out). The Cafe color is absolutely stunning. It’s a deep chocolate brown and in some lights they do almost look black but they pretty much match my Voltaire Palm Beach to a T.

DeNiro Tricolore Cafe boots compared to my Voltaire Palm Beach - the color is pretty much spot on!
DeNiro Tricolore Cafe boots compared to my Voltaire Palm Beach – the color is pretty much spot on!

After submitting my order it was placed on hold until the credit card transaction was posted (about 2-3 business days) and once the payment was posted I received a shipping confirmation almost immediately. They shipped from the Netherlands on a Tuesday and they were on my doorstep the same week on Thursday. That’s some crazy fast international shipping!!

I did unbox these boots on my instagram story and filmed it for YouTube as well, so if you’d like to watch that I’ll drop the video here too:

** Please note the pricing of the Mix & Match Deal mentioned in this video has changed and the updated pricing as of March 2022 is below. **

Mix & Match Deals

I do want to touch on something I haven’t seen before that My Riding Boots offers – Mix & Match Deals. Essentially this is a boot + helmet combo priced at a further discounted rate. Let’s look at one example combination that’s on their site.

DeNiro Ottaviano + Samshield Shadowmatt Helmet

When you buy this Mix & Match deal from My Riding Boots it’ll be $942.00 total.

If you were to buy these two items separately it would cost you $1,364.00.

Now let’s break down that savings.

Where else can you find $422 in savings for buying a boot and helmet combo? I think this is awesome!

Would I order again?

Overall I was extremely impressed with the promptness of service and quality of from My Riding Boots. For my future boot needs I will definitely be ordering from them again and especially when it comes time to finally order my dream custom Kask helmet! (I mean did you really expect anything other than black and burgundy?!)

I mean how freaking gorgeous and sleek does this look?! *Heart Eye Emoji*

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I tried The Pony Jet…Is it worth it?

I stumbled upon this contraption called The Pony Jet around the holidays. It’s essentially a garden hose nozzle with a container that holds shampoo between the trigger and the end of the nozzle. The Pony Jet advertised to make bathing “easier, faster, more effective, and save you money on shampoo”. But does it actually?

Just to put this disclaimer out there, all opinions in this post are my own. I do not receive any compensation for links or discount codes mentioned and I received my Pony Jet as a Christmas gift from my parents. 🙂 End disclaimer.

The Pony Jet connected to a hose with Mane-ly Long Hair Shampoo.
Here’s my first time using The Pony Jet. I filled it with my favorite Mane-ly Long Hair shampoo for Fiona’s body and the Mane-ly Long Hair conditioner for her tail.

During the holidays there was a promo running which brought the cost down to $37.99, originally $50. Since I was intrigued and I decided to put it on my Christmas list. I believe they’re currently still priced at $37.99 but you can also use “PONY10” for 10% off your purchase.

Fast forward, we had a rare 60° day two weeks ago and of course, with Fiona looking like a mud ball, I decided to give The Pony Jet it’s first test run. So here’s my first impressions and review of The Pony Jet.

I filmed some real time video on my IG story which I’ll link below if you’d rather watch my first impressions and review.

My Process

I’m not sure there’s “correct” order of steps to take but here’s how I bathed Fiona with The Pony Jet.

  1. Hosed off Fiona’s entire body (and tail) with just water.
  2. Started hosing again with shampoo + water.
    • I personally used the flat setting when spraying with shampoo + water because I felt it was the best combination between water pressure and coverage.
  3. Started scrubbing the soap in by hand before rinsing off but found there wasn’t too much of a difference between when I scrubbed vs. just spraying off with water. (Also, I wasn’t enjoying the water running down my arm and into my shirt 🙃).
    • Again, I used the flat setting for the water pressure and coverage.
  4. Filled the canister halfway with conditioner and started spraying conditioner + water throughout Fiona’s tail. I forgot to show this part in the video above…whoops!
  5. Rinsed Fiona’s tail with water.
  6. Sweat scraped.
  7. Filled a bucket with water, Myst Coat Elixir, and Vetrolin Liniment to be sponged over her body for some pampering. (This part is also left out of the video, someone get me a camera crew LOL).
  8. Sweat scraped again then waited a bit to towel her dry.

What I liked…

  • Different spray options on the nozzle – shower, mist, stream, jet, center, flat, cone, etc
    • The mist setting is perfect for hosing faces although I know some horses love having their face washed so this may not apply to you. Fiona doesn’t mind her cheeks being hosed but when you start getting to the top of her face she prefers the mist setting.
    • The jet setting is convenient to spray off any mud chunks on the top of hooves.
  • The trigger is “click and stay” so you don’t have to constantly hold it down for water / soap to come out. Simply squeeze it until you hear the click and release, the water / soap stream will stay on until you squeeze the trigger again to release.
  • Spraying water + conditioner through the tail was a breeze. Usually I soak Fiona’s tail in water, then have to work conditioner through it, let it sit, then rinse. With The Pony Jet I was able to soak her tail with water then with conditioner in the canister, spray a water + conditioner mix throughout it. I thought this was much easier than working conditioner in by hand and I got the same results.

What I didn’t like…

  • When I first received The Pony Jet in the mail there wasn’t much to it (I did technically get it as a gift but my parents gave it to me in the original packaging). It was just The Pony Jet itself in a poly-mailer, no literature, flyers, instructions, nothing. Given it is pretty self explanatory, The Pony Jet did come with an adapter in the base where it connects to a hose that needs to be taken off for to attach to U.S. hoses. It took me a little while to figure out I didn’t need to buy an adapter.
The Pony Jet with international adapter. Unscrew adapter for US hoses.
The Pony Jet comes with an adapter installed, for U.S. hoses unscrew this piece to attach to a hose. I had to use pliers to take it off, apparently my hands were too weak to unscrew it without help lol.
  • It uses A LOT of shampoo in my opinion. 2 full canisters for a full bath, so 1 full canister per side. After a brief Instagram DM conversation with The Pony Jet company, they say the shampoo usage has been addressed in The Pony Jet 2.0. That being said, I may have to pick one up to do a comparison review.

So would I buy it again?

In short, yes.

After Fiona’s bath I towel dried her (with white towels) since she still has a winter coat and little to no dirt residue came off on the towel. I mention this because in January we had another rare 60° day so I gave Fiona a bath with an AquaPaw. When I towel dried her after, the white towels I used turned brown. So I don’t believe the AquaPaw helped lift the dirt out of her winter coat as well as The Pony Jet.

Is it everything they claim?

Easier? Yes.
Faster? Yes.
More effective? Yes!
Saves you money on shampoo? No.

Is it worth it?

Even though The Pony Jet uses a lot of shampoo, for me it’s not a deal breaker. Given the results I had and how QUICK it was for me to bathe Fiona I personally think the benefits outweigh the shampoo usage.

If you’ve tried The Pony Jet or are planning to give it a try I’d love to hear your thoughts and how it worked for you!

And don’t forget, if you use code “PONY10” you’ll save 10% on your order! Happy bathing!

10 Months Post-Surgery

Well, as you can tell my initial plans to document Fiona’s Kissing Spine journey here fell through the cracks. My last update was in May 2021 and I pretty much just explained that Fiona went in for surgery and laid out her rehab plan…so I’ve got a lot of catching up to do and I’m going to attempt that without writing a full on novel. Wish me luck and enjoy the read.

APRIL 2021 – 1 Month Post Surgery

Fiona’s stall rest was going well for the most part. I visited the barn daily to take her on hand walks. We started out at 10 minutes and worked our way up to 20 minutes. After the staples were removed from her incision site we started PEMF therapy on Fiona’s back 1x per week.

Close to the 30 day mark, just a few days shy of being able to go out into a small paddock, Fiona colicked. It was my first colic experience as a horse owner and it was terrifying. I’m so fortunate my friend was at the barn, caught the behavior, administered banamine ASAP, and got her walking until I got there. Luckily after a few hours Fiona was back to her normal self but I made the decision to leave her in the round pen rather than go back to a stall. Fiona is on field turnout 24/7 so being confined in a stall from the get-go was a worry of mine.

Weekly progress photos of Fiona's incision site. PEMF therapy was done once a week starting after the staples were removed.
Weekly progress photos of Fiona's incision site. PEMF therapy was done once a week starting after the staples were removed.
Weekly progress photos of Fiona’s incision site. PEMF therapy was done once a week starting after the staples were removed.

MAY 2021 – 2 Months Post Surgery

Fiona graduated from the round pen to a small paddock by herself. Her hand walks now included walking over ground poles for up to 20 minutes daily.

JUNE 2021 – 3 Months Post Surgery

Fiona is officially off stall rest / small pasture turnout and back out in the field with her pasture-mates. Her hand walks and ground poles have evolved to walking and trotting on the lunge line. I started off very slow to make sure she didn’t get too excited and full of herself but she surprised me and did super from the get go. We got the clear from our vet to use a surcingle with side reins to help encourage long and low trotting.

Fiona trotting on the lunge line with a surcingle and side reins.

JULY 2021 – 4 Months Post Surgery

Most of July continued the same except for the part when I sat on Fiona’s back for the first time since March, but I’ll get to that later. She continued to walk and trot on the lunge line but now with a saddle instead of a surcingle. I also started to take her to my dressage trainer (Jenn) who specializes in Swedish Long Lining. These sessions were so great for her and myself to learn and continue to build Fiona’s top line correctly.

A small portion of Fiona’s long lining session.

On July 16th, Fiona went back to the vet for a recheck exam. I was thrilled when she got a great report and shocked she got the clear to start under saddle work. I didn’t think I would be sitting on Fiona’s back until at least September so hearing that in JULY, only 4 months post surgery, I would be able to ride her again I was shocked to say the least.

Okay, onto the most exciting part of July. July 27th. I sat on Fiona’s back for the very first time since March 16th. I had so many emotions running through me but the most predominant one was excitement. Tuesday afternoon I logged off work a little early, hooked up the trailer, headed to the barn to get Fiona, and off we went to Jenn’s.

To make the experience as positive as I could, Jenn long lined Fiona just like she would on any other day. We wanted her working, using her body correctly, and most importantly we didn’t want her to be tense. At the end of her long lining session (which we cut a little short), it was time for me to get on. For everyone’s safety I didn’t want to put Fiona on a lunge line, lead line, or anything. If she was going to react I didn’t want anyone on the other end of a rope. Turns out the precaution was unnecessary, she stood like an angel for me to mount and didn’t walk on until told to do so. We kept this ride short, like 10 minutes short, and all we did was walk.

This was also my first official lesson with a dressage trainer so I was learning all the basics which I haven’t utilized in hunter/jumper land like letting my hips swing with her movement, half halting with my core, etc.

I couldn’t wipe the ridiculous smile off my face the whole time, I can’t even translate the pure joy and happiness I felt through words.

First ride under saddle since Fiona’s surgery in March.

AUGUST 2021 – 5 Months Post Surgery

For the month of August we worked on slowing incrementing our under saddle walk sessions and then started to incorporate a little bit of trot. Prior to each ride, Fiona would be lunged at the walk, trot, and canter to get her body warmed up. This slowly gets weaned away but I was in no rush and wanted to ensure Fiona was always comfortable rather than anticipating and potentially blowing up.

On August 9th we trotted under saddle for the first time. I’m not going to lie though, it wasn’t exactly pretty but it was something. She threw a few bucks but we are confident they were pain memory bucks and not “this hurts me” bucks. Something to note about Fiona – she is an extremely emotional horse who carries baggage. Her personality and the way she expressed things kept her from finding a forever home (that is until now). She learned to buck and act out until she scared her rider enough to get off and leave her be. Knowing what I know now, I believe those moments were her way of trying to communicate she was in pain.

First time trotting under saddle since surgery (August 9th).
Another trotting under saddle video – this was taken on August 20th.

SEPTEMBER 2021 – 6 Months Post Surgery

When I first started trotting Fiona under saddle I had trouble grasping the concept of “contact”. When Fiona would start reacting prior to surgery, we tried many different things to ease the reaction and get her focused again. The thing we found helped at the time was releasing contact altogether so when I started riding again taking and maintaining contact was something I needed to learn.

Fiona trotting under saddle 6 months post surgery – yes, it was pouring rain too, bad day to wear white, right?

In September we also started to introduce the canter. I felt like we were not only introducing it to Fiona for the first time but to me too. It felt like I forgot how to sit the canter. I didn’t know where my upper body should be, how to move with her movement, and keep her lifted through her back all at the same time. It’s been a re-learning process for both of us.

Fiona cantering under saddle 6 months post surgery.

OCTOBER 2021 – 7 Months Post Surgery

October continued mostly the same as September. Fiona was getting worked 4-5 days per week and each gait was still a work in progress to stay round, lifted through the back, and on the bit for the entire duration. I started to focus on our transitions a little more at this point as well. Going from the walk to trot Fiona would try to invert, throw her head up and pull herself into a trot rather than rounding over her back and pushing into the trot with her hind end. To this day I’m still working on this. (Sorry no riding videos this month).

NOVEMBER 2021 – 8 Months Post Surgery

Daylight savings really started to kick my butt in November. I mean who actually likes when it gets dark at 4pm?! Anyway, I started to incorporate some hill work into Fiona’s routine to help build muscle. We are fortunate enough to have acres of trails on the barn property so I started taking Fiona out to walk and trot the hills. It was her first time out there since March and she handled herself like a seasoned trail horse. I really couldn’t have been more thrilled. There was no funny business or worries the moving tree branches would come to eat us.

Fiona hacking out in the field for the first time post surgery. I think this is actually the first time ever she’s hacked in the field (rather than just walking trail rides) and she handled it like a pro.

DECEMBER 2021 – 9 Months Post Surgery

I wish I could say I rode a lot more in December since I had about 3 weeks off of work…but I didn’t. Between getting things wrapped up at work, my embroidery business, and the holidays things just weren’t aligning. Before the craziness got out of hand I took Fiona to Jenn’s to be long lined and it was an ok session in my opinion (on Fiona’s part). I told Jenn at the beginning I was struggling with Fiona’s canter because she kept falling on her inside shoulder rather than staying upright and balanced. It was evident on the long line that she was essentially pulling with her front end instead of pushing with her hind. Overall, there was never really a spectacular moment during this session but there also wasn’t any mind blowing on Fiona’s end which I’ll definitely take as a win.

I was also able to squeeze in a cavaletti clinic clinic early on in the month which I loved. It was such a great learning opportunity for both of us and the exercises we did were like nothing we’ve done before. This is a clinic that takes place monthly so I plan to attend as often as I can.

Fiona trying to find her feet over cavalettis on the long line.

JANUARY 2021 – 10 Months Post Surgery

Just when I thought we were going to have a mild winter, Mother Nature came to assure me she’s got a cold side to her. The barn I board at doesn’t have an indoor so we are at Mother Nature’s mercy when it comes to less than ideal weather…and that’s exactly what this month has been. Between freezing temperatures, snow, and ice I couldn’t catch a break. I finally did some searching and found an indoor arena less than 10 minutes away to rent by the hour. I’ve adventured there twice this month to get some saddle time in since our outdoor arena has been an ice skating rink. No joke, here’s proof.

The outdoor arena after a lovely snow and ice storm

With Mother Nature working against us, there hasn’t been a ton of progress this month. One of my friends so graciously tagged along on one of my indoor outings to take some video and I’m forever grateful she braved the cold for me! As you can see though, we still get the occasional buck under saddle but we work through it and move on like nothing happened. Patience is the game here.

Sharing this video because Fiona is still working through some pain memory and learned behaviors. She still throws a buck here and there but I do my best to encourage her to use her body properly and just move forward.
With the right encouragement and just moving forward she does relax to trot and canter without bucking.

On that note, I guess that’s a 10 month wrap-up in a mile long blog post. If you’ve stuck with me this far I wish I could actually give you a high five. I know this was A LOT but as I wrote this post it reminded me of how far Fiona has come in just 10 months. Don’t get me wrong, we are a long ways from being in a “good” spot and there’s always more work to be done but watching those first trotting under saddle videos compared to now, I think there’s definitely improvement. I’m so excited to see where 2022 takes us and I promise I’ll be more diligent about updating you guys here!

Shameless Shopping Guide: Holiday Sale Edition

The best Black Friday / Cyber Monday / Small Biz Saturday weekend sales all in one place!
Happy Shopping!!
This list will be updated throughout the weekend so be sure to check back for the latest sales!

If you find this helpful, join the Shameless Spending Squad to get all the best equestrian sales, deals, and giveaways in one email to your inbox throught the year!

BROWSE BY SHOP NAME: A-Z

ActivEquine

25% Off
Code: WHOA
11/25 – 11/26

shop ActivEquine

Anatomeq

Up to 20% Off Select Items
Outlet Deals
Free Shipping Orders $200+
Code: Prices Marked
11/15 – 11/30

shop Anatomeq

American Equus

10% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 – 11/2

shop American Equus

Anique

Buy a Sunshirt, Get a Free Pair of Leggings
+ Free US Shipping
Code: BFRIDAY21
11/26 – 11/2

shop Anique

Aztec Diamond Equestrian

10% Off Core Collection
Up to 75% Off Past Collections
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/25 – 11/28

shop Aztec Diamond

Beyond The Track Apparel

20% Off
(excluding custom apparel)
Code: BLACKFRIDAY20
11/24 -12/1

shop beyond The Track

Black Knight Accessories

BOGO 50% Off
+ Free Shipping Orders $200+
Automatic @ Checkout
11/24 -12/1

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Blanket Safe

21% Off Gallon Washes
$17 Create Your Own Scent
Exclusive Holiday Bundle w/ Free Shipping
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/22 – 12/2

shop Blanket Safe

BOTORI

$99 Select Riding Tights
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop botori

Bridles & Reins

Buy 2 Items, Get 35% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY35
Buy 3 Items, Get 45% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY45
11/22 – 12/2

shop Bridles & Reins

Breeches.com

50% Off + Get a $50 Gift Card
w/ Orders $250+
Code: TG50
11/25 ONLY
40% Off + Get a $50 Gift Card
w/ Orders $250+
Code: BFCM21
11/26 – 11/30

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Broadwater Tack & Blanket

Select Pony Blankets
& High End Bridles On Sale
Code: Prices Marked
11/26 – 11/29

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Centerline Candles

Up to 40% Off
+ 2 Free 4oz Candles w/ Orders $50+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 1/1

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CL Equestrian

25% Off
+ Free Logo Treat w/ Every Order
Discount Applied Automatically
11/26 – 11/29

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Clovis

22% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 – 11/29

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Corro

20% Off Select Brands
+ Free Shipping
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/29

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Criniēre

25% Off + Free US Shipping
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

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Dapple Bay Co.

Sign up for Dapple Bay emails for access to sales up to 50% off, new products, & free gift with orders $100+

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Dover Saddlery

Free Shipping – No Minimum
Ends 11/30
Extra 15% Off Horseware
Code: CMXBF
Limited Time
BOGO 50% Off Select Apparel
Code: CMXBOGOBF
Limited Time

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Draw It Out

BOGO Gift Cards
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/29
Variety of Deals Launching Each Day

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Dreamers & Schemers

25% Off
(some exclusions apply)
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

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Ecogold

Free Shipping
+ Free “Too Many Saddle Pads” Tote
w/ Every Saddle Pads & Half Pad Order
Code: THANKS421
Limited Time

shop Ecogold

Ellany

BOGO 40% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Ellany

Elemental Grooming

15% Off
Code: FRIDAY15
11/26 ONLY
10% Off
Code: HOLIDAYSALE10
Ends 12/17

shop Elemental grooming

EQL by Kerrits

Up to 50% Select Styles
Discounts as Marked

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Equifit

15% Off
Code: EQUIFITVIP
Limited Time

shop equiFIT

Equinavia

20-70% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

shop equinavia

Equine & Design

25% Off
Code: PONYUP25
11/26 – 11/28

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EquesPante

20% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY20
11/26 – 11/29

shop Equespante

Equestrian Club

Up to 40% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

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Equestrian Prep Collection

20% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/24 – 11/29

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Equestrian Stockholm

Up to 50% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

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Equestriess Atelier

Buy One Pair of Trews, Get a Brata 35% Off
Code: TREWSBRATA
Buy a Sunshirt, Get a Pair of Breeks 30% Off
Code: SUNSHIRTBREEKS
Buy a Sunshirt, Get a Belt 20% Off
Code: SUNSHIRTBELT
11/26 – 11/29

shop Equestriess Atelier

Equestroom

40% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/29 Only
Hidden Discount Code
+ 50% off Select Products for 3 Hours ONLY
+ Buy 3, Get 1 Free
+ ADDITIONAL 15% OFF
Code: SHAMELESS15
11/26 – 11/28

shop Equestroom

EquiStrings

21% Off
Code: XMAS21
11/26 – 12/12

shop EquiStrings

Equus Now!

20% Off
(exclusions apply)
Code: CYBERSAVINGS
11/29 Only

shop Equus Now!

Esprit Equestrian

$5 Off Classic Tights
$10 Off Pro Tights
20% Off Accessories
Free Shipping Orders $150+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 – 11/29

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Ethos Equestrian

20% Off
(except pre-orders)
Code: TBA
11/26 – 11/29

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Farm House Tack

20% Off
Code: JOLLYPONY20
Ends 11/29

shop FARM House Tack

Farm Vet

15% Off
(some exclusions apply)
Code: BLACKFRIDAY15

shop FARM Vet

Free Ride Equestrian

BOGO 50% Off Lux Breeches
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/29 Only
20% Off
Code: BLACK20
Ends 11/28

Shop Free Ride Equestrian

GhoDho

15% Off + Free Shipping
+ Free Beanie w/ Every Order
Of Non-Clearance Breeches
Code: BLACKOUT21
11/29 Only
25% Off
+ Free Beanie w/ Every Order
Of Non-Clearance Breeches
Code: BLACKOUT21
Ends 11/28

Shop Ghodho

Halter Ego

Up to 40% Off
Prices Marked
Limited Time

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Haybales & Barbells

50% Off 6 Week Programs
Code: BLACKFRIDAY6
50% Off 12 Week Programs
Code: BLACKFRIDAY12
50% Off Bootcamp
Code: BLACKFRIDAYBOOTCAMP
11/22 – 11/28

shop haybales & Barbells

Her Riding Habit

25% Off
Code: BFCM25
Limited Time

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The Herbal Horse

15% Off
Code: GIVEJOY
Ends 11/20

shop the Herbal Horse

Herd of Zebras

25% Off
Code: MERRY2021
11/26 – 12/2

shop Herd of Zebras

The Horse Bit Shop

15% Off
Code: BLACK15
Limited Time

shop The Horse Bit Shop

Horseplay Apparel

25% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY21
11/26 – 11/29

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Hufglocken

21% Off
Code: BLACK2021
Limited Time

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Hunt Club

25% Off
Code: BF2021
Ends 11/30

shop Hunt Club

In Gate Goods

15% Off
Code: INGATEINSIDER
11/26 – 11/27

Shop In Gate Goods

The Infused Equestrian

Free Mystery Item w/ Purchase
+ Free Shipping
Code: INFUSEDDAY
Ends 11/28
Free Shipping + Free Pure Bit Wipes
w/ Every Order
Code: CYBERINFUSION21
11/29 Only

Shop The Infused Equestrian

It’s A Haggerty’s

Buy 2, Get 1 Free
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 Only
20% off + 50% Off Clearance
Code: SAVEBIG
11/27 – 11/28
Buy 1, Get One 20% Off
Ready To Ship & Embroidery Gear
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/29 Only
(Discounts Exclude Baker Items)

shop It’s A Haggerty’s

KF Clothing

30% Off
Code: BFCM21
11/26 – 11/29

shop KF Clothing

Kong Equine

Save $50 on KONG Equine
Code: BLACKFRIDAY
11/24 – 11/28

shop KONG EQUINE

Left Lead Collective

15% Off
Code: THANKFUL4U
11/26 – 12/10

Shop left Lead Collective

Maelort

20% Off
Code: ML20
Limited Time

shop Maelort

Mane Jane

25% Off
(some exclusions apply)
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

shop Mane Jane

Mane-ly Long Hair

10% Off
(excluding discounted items)
Code: XMAS21-10 or SHAMELESS

Shop Mane-ly Long Hair

Mare Goods

20% Off
Code: BF2021
11/26 – 11/28

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Millbrook Leathers

25% Off
Code: SHAMELESS
11/26 – 11/28

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The Modern Horse

20% Off Out Of The Box
Code: CYBERMONDAY20
11/29 Only

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Myst Equine Products

30% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 – 11/28

Shop Myst Equine Products

Oakbark & Chrome

Free Accessory Keeper
w/ Shoulder Bag or
Weekender Bag Purchase
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 – 11/29

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Oaklyn Tack

40% Off
(excludes sale items)
Code: BLACKFRIDAY
11/26 – 11/29

Shop Oaklyn tack

Pinsnickety

20% Off
Code: FRIDAY
11/26 – 11/29

Shop PINSNICKETY

Pivo

Up to 50% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

Shop PIvo

Perri’s Leather

20% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY
11/24 – 11/30

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The Preppi Pony Co.

20% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

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Pony Jet

Up to 50% Off
Code: Prices Marked
Limited Time

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Purvida Healthy Horse

BOGO 50% Off
Code: GIVETHANKS
11/25 – 11/28

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Pure Sole Hoof

25% Off
Code: GIVETHANKS
11/25 – 11/28

Shop Pure Sole Hoof

Red Roan Design Co.

15% Off + Free Custom Sticker
w/ Orders $25+
Code: BLACKFRIDAY
Limited Time

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Remarkable Leather Goods

15% Off Training Tops
Code: RLG15BKF
Free Nameplate w/
Halter or Lead Purchase
Code: RLGHOLIDAY
11/26 – 11/29
Buy a Halter, Get a Lead 15% Off
Code: SBSBUNDLE
11/27 ONLY

Shop Remarkable Leather Goods

Ride Equisafe

10% Off Apparel
Code: THANKFULLYSAFE
Limited Time

Shop Ride equisafe

Riding Warehouse

Up to 25% Off Select Items
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 – 11/29

Shop Riding Warehouse

Sixteen Cypress

15% Off + Free Shipping
On Orders $200+
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/25 – 11/28

Shop Sixteen Cypress

Smartpak

15% Off + Free Gift Everyday
(exclusions apply)
Code: BF2021
Limited Time

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Snaks 5th Avenchew

15% Off + Free Gift w/ Orders $75+
(exclusions apply)
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/27 Only

Shop Smartpak

Solid Citizen Equestrian

20% Off
(exclusions apply)
Code: THANKFULFORYOU
Limited Time

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Sport Horse Essentials

15% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/29

Shop SPORT HORSE ESSENTIALS

Spot On Braiding Wax

20% Off New Forumla
Code: NEWFORUMLA
15% Off Original Formula
Code: BLACKFRIDAY21
Limited Time

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Sterling Essentials

15% Off
Code: SE102

Shop Sterling Essentials

StripHair Gentle Groomer

20-40% Off + Free US Shipping ORDERS Orders $45+
Code: Prices Marked
LIMITED TIME

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Sync Equestrian

20% Off
(excluding sale items)
Code: BLACKFRIDAY
Ends 11/30

Shop Sync Equestrian

The Tack Hack

25% Off
Code: BLACKFRIDAY
11/23 – 11/29

Shop The Tack Hack

Tack Of The Day

15% Off
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Limited Time

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TKEQ

Mystery Tee & Pullover
Code: Prices Marked
11/29 Only

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Thinline

20% Off + Free Shoe Insoles
w/ Every Order
+ Free Hat w/ Orders $250+
Code: HOLIDAY21
11/26 – 11/29

Shop Thinline

Tried Equestrian

15% Off (Excludes Saddles)
Code: THANKS15
10% Off Saddles
Code: SADDLE10
11/26 – 11/29

Shop TRIED EQUESTRIAN

Tucker Tweed

Free Shipping
+ Free Leather Logo Tag
Code: TTFAMILY
Ends 11/30

Shop Tucker Tweed

Two Dark Bays Shoppe

15% Off In-Stock Items
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 – 11/30

Shop Two Dark Bays

Virtue Soap Company

Get 1 Free Brush Blaster
w/ Every 2 Horse Soaps Purchased
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
Ends 11/29

Shop Virtue Soap Company

Voltaire Design

20% Off All Accessories
+ Free Shipping
Code: Automatic @ Checkout
11/26 – 11/30

Shop Voltaire Design

410 Mavs

10% Off Custom Monogram Bonnets
Code: SHAMELESS
Ends 11/29

Shop 410 Mavs

Shameless Shopping Guide: Holiday Gift Edition

‘Tis the season for holiday shopping!

There’s nothing I love more than buying that perfect gift for someone. I know for some people holiday shopping can be stressful but for me…I love every minute of it and that’s why I’m here to help you find the perfect gift for all the horse-y people in your life!

If this gift guide helps you out, I’d love to know! Tag @ShamelessEquestrian on your story or make a post about a purchase you’ve made with the help of this guide and I’ll send you a free Shameless Equestrian vinyl decal as a thank you!!

Also, if you love to score a good deal but don’t want to spend the time looking for coupon codes, join the Shameless Spending Squad for all the best equestrian deals, sales, and giveaways all in one email. I never spam your inbox and only strive to provide a valuable shopping resource to help you save some money in our expensive sport!

Without further ado, let’s jump into those gift ideas!!

Gifts Under $25

These items make great gifts for friends at the barn without breaking the bank and they’re also perfect stocking stuffers for those you might spend a little more on.

1. Brush Soap Bombs: $3

I saw these pop up on Facebook one day and instantly saved the post. Our grooming brushes often get neglected and this is such a fun and easy way to clean them. Simply drop in a bucket of water, add your brushes, swoosh them around, and you’re good to go. Not to mention they come in so many scents.

2. Grey Horse Candles: $5-19.50

If you’re going to burn a candle you might as well make sure it’s horse themed! Every time I burn Wash Rack it brings me right back to the wash stalls in Harrisburg. Wax melts start at $5, tins start at $14.50, and full size jars are $19.50. They offer “package deals” when you purchase 3 or more of each size which brings those prices down a bit further so this is a great way to buy a few and divvy them up among friends.

3. Personalized Digital Art by UpSunny: $15

UpSunny Digital Art

Kara creates adorable custom equestrian themed digital artwork. Absolutely everything is customizable including: horse color and markings, rider skin tone, hair color and style, rider apparel and various other add-ons like bridles. Back in August I ordered this digital print with intents to get them put onto cards so I had blank cards to use for generic notes, thank you’s, etc. But with a digital file the possibilities are endless…stickers, note pads, etc

4. Custom Embroidered Tack Towel: $18

Shameless plug here, I have a small embroidery business on the side and love finding things to embroider that come I can use at the barn. These towels are perfect to attach to your ringside pack for those last minute boot cleans before you head into the ring. These are available with your monogram, horse’s name, or barn logo. Pair this with the next item and you’ve got the perfect tack care gift pack!

5. Sterling Essentials Mini Kit: $8.99

Sterling Essentials products are my go-to for leather cleaning and conditioning. The leather cleaner is my absolute favorite, just a quick spray and wipe then you’re done. Sterling Essentials products are all natural and safe for you, your horse, and your tack. They also come in three great scents. Feel free to read my in-depth review and see the amazing transformation my boots made here. Now through the holidays you can snag a Leather Care Starter Set 4-Pack at a discounted price. It’s the perfect stocking stuffer to gift to friends and trainers. You can also use code ‘SE102‘ for 15% off your first order.

6. Mane-ly Long Hair Polisher Protector: $14.99

If you’ve been following Shameless Equestrian for any amount of time, you’ll know that I LIVE BY THIS STUFF! This is hands down the best mane/tail shine, detangler, burr remover, and hair strengthener I have ever used. I not only use this on Fiona but I also put it in my hair after every wash. To learn more about it check out my blog post on all of Mane-ly Long Hair’s products. As a bonus, during the holidays you can pick up a 3-pack of 4oz Polishers for $30 which brings each polisher to $10 instead of $14.99! This is another awesome stocking stuffer set to pick up and split between your barn friends and trainers. Plus, you can also use code ‘SHAMELESS‘ for 10% off your first order.

7. The Infused Equestrian Noggin Spray: $16

Stinky helmets used to be something I just dealt with until I tried The Infused Equestrian’s Noggin Spray! I received this spray in my Fall Bit Box and was so excited because I was eyeing it up all summer. I can honestly say this has eliminated the stinky helmet dilemma. After each ride I give the bottle a quick shake, spray once in my helmet and that’s it!

8. Personalized Snaffle Bit Keychain: $18

We put our monogram or horse’s name everything so why stop at tack? These little keychains add the cutest equestrian touch to your EDC (that’s everyday carry if you’re not familiar with the acronym).

9. Personalized Lead Rope – $24.99

Want a personalized lead rope but don’t necessarily want a name plate on leather, look no further! MyRope.com has traditional polypropylene lead ropes with a name embroidered at the base. If you want to spend a bit more you can even get an embroidered lunge line.

10. Monogrammed Elastic Belt – $25

Elastic belts have been super popular lately and Alexia (left) from Beyond the Track Apparel has taken them a step further by adding the option to customize your belt! Monogram belts start at $25 but you can also get a logo or name added for just $5 more. Alexia has embroidered two Shameless Equestrian logo belts and they’re both gorgeous! (Black/Gold belt pictured here).

Gifts $25 – $50

1. EquestrianAF Tee: $29.99

I would be surprised if you haven’t heard of EquestrianAF. Shop owner and killer business woman, Amber, has taken the equestrian community by storm with her funny, cute, and witty equestrian themed tees. I have the ‘Save a horse, Ride a dragon’ tee and I will vouch for how insanely comfortable and soft these shirts are. No matter your discipline or your horse’s breed and color, EquestrianAF will have a tee for you.

2. KF Clothing Emily Tee: $30

Continuing my love for comfy tees, I wanted to add this to the list! If you love comfy tees but don’t necessarily want equestrian themed quotes on the front, this is for you! The Emily tee by KF Clothing is a plain tee with a scallop hem feature an embroidered bit on the sleeve. They come in classic colors like cream, black, gray, burgundy and blush so they’ll be an incredibly versatile wardrobe addition.

3. Custom Stirrup Covers: $39

Just like the Cavali Club stirrup covers but customizable! Since getting my Voltaire I have been looking around at stirrup cov. rs to help protect my saddle but was never thrilled with anything. I didn’t want fleece with elastic at the top because my stirrup leathers had no where to go so when I found these Wilsun Custom Stirrup Covers I instantly pulled the trigger. You pick the primary and trim color then decide if you’d like to add custom embroidery for an additional $8.

4. Monogrammed Show Bat: $39.95

I would argue that crops are the one item at all barns that notoriously grow legs and RUN AWAY. That being said, taking an extra precaution by monogramming your show bat could be a solution to deter those legs from growing. These not only make a great gift for friends but also for you trainer!

5. Ellany Snaffle Bit Belt: $45

I’m ALL about the subtle equestrian accessories, it’s the Shameless Equestrian way, right? Ellany belts are, in my opinion, the cutest equestrian accessory that could be added to virtually any outfit.
Have a plain and simple dress? Add a snaffle bit belt for a touch of horse girl vibes. Wearing jeans to the office and need a belt? Show off that equestrian style with one of these! If snaffle bits aren’t your favorite, fear not, Ellany also offers stirrup belts.

Splurge Items

1. Cavali Club Box: $59

Subscription boxes are a great way to try new items at a fraction of the cost. Cavali Club is a quarterly subscription box that retails for $59 and contains various equestrian items from treats to tack valued at $200+.

2. Dapplebay Technical Tops: $64

Dapplebay Technical Riding Tops are not only versatile in any weather but they’re cute as heck! Leah, owner and creator of all things Dapplebay, draws and designs everything in her shop. You can even catch her sketching out new designs over on her Instagram, @dapplebayco! These work great as a sunshirt in warmer months and a baselayer in colder months. For size reference I’m usually between a small or medium depending on fit, I went with a medium in the Horse Power top and it’s still a very flattering fitted look.

3. Remarkable Leather Goods Halter: $85

Once you get a high quality triple stitched leather halter you won’t ever want to go back to budget friendly halters again. I had the pleasure of meeting Olivia, owner of Remarkable Leather Goods, at the Maryland 5 Star and picked up one of her gorgeous Remarkable halters. She has different halter options ranging from $85-$140. All of RLG’s halters are sourced, dyed, and stitched in the USA, use all solid metal hardware and is female owner and operated.

4. Free Ride Equestrian Hybrid Breeches: $90

Let me start off by saying…I’ve always hated riding tights. After hearing how many people loved Free Ride Equestrian it made me want to give riding tights a try but I was so nervous to make the purchase and not have my opinion change. This summer I was lucky enough to win a pair of their Define Hybrid Breeches and that dislike for riding tights vanished. These breeches are SO flattering, the material is thick enough so it’s not see through but also a great option for hot summer days, they have belt loops (selling point for me!) and the color options are gorgeous. If you’re even thinking about splurging, I’m here to enable that purchase. You won’t regret it.

5. Equestriess Atelier Breeks: $99.99

For how often I wear my Breeks I’m shocked I don’t have a photo wearing them (yet)! I purchased a pair of Knee Patch Breeks in the color Ash over the summer and FELL IN LOVE. I’m itching to order another pair but keep telling myself to wait for the restock so I can snag a pair in Winery – which, surprise surprise, is a stunning burgundy color. They’re insanely comfortable, have a slightly higher rise in the back with a flattering V cut design (I’m really sorry if there’s a technical fashion term for this, all I know is that it’s super cute touch) and it has pockets galore!! Need I say more?

6. The Modern Horse Bit Box: $150

Love the idea of subscription boxes but find yourself not using everything you get? This is where The Modern Horse Bit Box saves the day! With TMH Bit Box you decide what type of items you’d like to see in your box. The entire box is hand-picked for you based on your preferences and size. Yes, that means you can get apparel as well!! At $150 initially I was sticker shocked but decided to give it a try and I’m SO HAPPY I did! The Fall box was fantastic, I have an unboxing video here, and I cannot wait for the Winter box.
‘SHAMELESS10’ will also score you 10% off Out Of The Box items!

7. American Equus Stirrups: $299+

These are a serious splurge item but worth every penny. I’ve been riding in American Equus stirrups since they officially launched in 2016 and won’t ride in anything else. The Shano Family has created such an incredible brand and company, when you order a pair of AE stirrups you’ll get a custom boutique experience for everything down to the box they arrive in. These stirrups are completely customizable, ergonomically designed, have traction pins on the footbed, and – the best part – they’re made in the USA. If you’re on the fence they even have a trial program so you can see if AE stirrups are for you. But I can assure you, you’ll love them.

And that’s a wrap! (no pun intended?)

I hope this gift guide was helpful for you! I would love to know what’s on your holiday shopping list this year, feel free to comment below or pop over to my Instagram @ShamelessEquestrian and we can chat there! If you make a purchase with the help of this gift guide, tag me on Instagram and I’ll send you a free Shameless Equestrian vinyl sticker.

HAPPY SHOPPING!

Sterling Essentials Review

We all have that old pair of boots that are covered in dirt, have holes somewhere in the stitching, and you don’t wear anymore but refuse to throw out.

These are mine.

Ariat boots before cleaning with Sterling Essentials Cleaner and Conditioner

Now I want you to toss out, erase, and Ctrl+Delete everything you know about cleaning and conditioning tack.  Yes, that glycerin soap too…trash that.

I recently purchased the Sterling Essentials leather cleaner and conditioner and let me start off by saying…

WOW!

Last fall I decided to retire my show boots to schooling status because they just couldn’t cut it in the show ring.  I’m talking constantly moldy, gray scale-y nasty looking stuff on the inner calf, and dirt that just did not want to breakup with my boots.  So at the beginning of the summer show season when I became a last minute catch rider I panicked…because my boots were so not show worthy.

Luckily on the day of my friend had some Sterling Essentials leather cleaner and offered it as my boots’ lifeline.  I wish I took before and after photos because if I didn’t already retire these boots I could have continued showing in them.  

Needless to say, I was instantly sold on Sterling Essentials products and got to ordering my own stash.

Since I was so bummed I didn’t take before and after photos of my tall boots, I did the only logical thing…

I pulled out THOSE boots…yep, the old, dirty, hole-y boots I won’t throw away because you just never know when you’ll need them.

And with that being said, I think I’ll let the photos do the talking.

Before I close this review with my ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stamp of approval, I want to highlight my biggest takeaway from these products. 

If you only buy one item, get the Leather Cleaner. 

Cleaning tall boots with Sterling Essentials Leather Cleaner

I’ve always stressed about the right water to glycerin soap ratio when cleaning tack because I know how bad water is for leather.  I’ve stressed so much that I rarely cleaned my tack and instead just conditioned it.  I know cringe away, that’s a terrible thing to do.  

However, when I got my Voltaire saddle I knew I could not and would not ONLY condition it.  For the first 6 months I did suck it up, used glycerin soap, and hoped for the best but not anymore.

The Sterling Essentials Leather Cleaner is SO easy to use.  No water, no stress, simply spray on your tack and wipe away.  The nozzle sprays ultra fine mist so you can get into those nooks and crannies while evenly distributing the cleaning product.  

The Sterling Essentials Leather Conditioner is just as great too and a little goes a long way!  After reading through Sterling Essentials’ blog and watching their YouTube videos I’ve learned that your leather probably needs way less conditioner than what you’re using.

Ariat Boots after cleaning with Sterling Essentials Leather Cleaner and Conditioner

All Sterling Essentials products are PH matched to leather and made with all natural ingredients including essential oils which are safe for you, safe for your tack, and safe for your horse.  That means there are ZERO harsh chemicals in it which will cause leather breakdown over time and could potentially cause an allergic reaction in your horse.  And as an added bonus, there are 3 incredibly soothing scents to choose from!

Disclaimer: I’m not a fan of floral scented items but the Floral Citrus scent is great! Not super floral, the citrus scents balance it out really well.

I can go on and on about how Sterling Essentials products have changed my tack care game but I’m going to wrap it up here and just say you really need to try it for yourself.  

If you’re about to hop on board and give them a go, you can use code ‘SE102‘ for 15% off your first purchase! I’d love to hear from you, if you have any questions feel free to ask away and let me know about your experience. If you’re already a Sterling Essentials fan I’d love to know which scent is your favorite!

Sterling Essentials Leather Cleaner and Conditioner