Western Pleasure is a well-known western riding discipline that aims to emphasise a horse’s smoothness, responsiveness, and calm disposition whilst being ridden. As the name suggests, it is designed for riders to showcase how much of a pleasure their horse is to ride. The ability of the horse to provide a comfortable ride in all three gaits – a walk, a jog, and a lope – is the main element judged in this popular western discipline.

The vibrant cowboy culture and western lifestyle has certainly seen a recent resurgence in popularity - from fashion to music, western influences have really been embraced in recent years. And this includes western riding, where popularity has grown both in the US and internationally. But what is western horse riding as a style? 

Discover everything you need to know about Reining, a western discipline rising in popularity in the UK. Explore key events in the Reining calendar with Ariat.

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Function or fashion, everyone’s got a toe type that feels just right. Find the one that suits you with our helpful guide to cowboy boot toe styles.

If you’re visiting Texas and need a pair of cowboy boots, Fort Worth has what you’re looking for at the Ariat Brand Shop! Discover all that Cowtown offers by exploring the things to do at Fort Worth Stockyards, from shopping Western stores to dining at local Fort Worth restaurants.

What are roper boots? Roper boots are a Western boot variant built for different purposes than the traditional cowboy boot. Learn more about ropers here.

We hear it all the time: Should you wear jeans tucked into cowboy boots? The answer is more complicated than just yes or no.

The perfect pair of boots do more than look great — they have to be comfortable to wear all day. Browse our guide to learn how to find the most comfortable boots for women and men, and how to make your boots feel more comfortable for everyday wear.