Learn how to fit cowgirl & cowboy boots. You'll find out how the boots should fit & which toe shape you should choose.
Learn how to fit cowgirl & cowboy boots. You'll find out how the boots should fit & which toe shape you should choose.
American readers may be familiar with the concept of a tailgate party, but for people around the world, tailgating may be less familiar. Closely associated with Western culture and sports traditions, tailgate parties are an all-American tradition hosted around the tailgates of open vehicles like pick-up trucks and cars. Originally named for the hinge on the back of trucks that were used at these kinds of parties, it’s now a more general phrase referring to hosting parties and celebrations in open air with vehicles.
Tailgating is a great way to get friends and family together around major events, like sports games, concerts, festivals, and rodeos, and has been a key part of American celebrations for a long time. With the growing interest in Western and cowboy culture all around the world, we’re also seeing more and more tailgate parties in Europe too.
There’s no barrier to who can get involved and how creative you can get with them. We uncover the history and culture of tailgating, as well as what to wear to a tailgate party.
When you’re thinking about creating the perfect cowboy aesthetic, the first things you think of are classic cowboy boots and Western cut shirts, but did you know that your denim is just as important? Stacking denim is the perfect way to achieve the traditional Western look, and it is super simple.
Join us as we uncover what denim stacking is and how to achieve the perfect stacked jeans.
A Rodeo is an exciting event that’s all about a unique yet traditionally western experience. And that’s exactly what a Rodeo outfit should be: traditionally Western, functional, but totally unique to you!
Comfort should always come first, but whilst you’re paying homage to the West, don’t be afraid to make a statement and stand out from the crowd.
We’ve put together a full guide on what to wear to a rodeo, with some of our favourite pieces that we think work perfectly at capturing that perfect authentic western style.
‘Rodeo’ is a Western sport inherently rooted in the traditions of cowboy culture and cattle ranching from Western America , Mexico, Spain, and South America. What began as practical skills in herding and handling livestock has gradually evolved into a competitive sport that is now participated in by professionals and amateurs from around the world.
Rodeo can be categorised into three main events: rough stock events, timed events, and novelty events.
With cowboy culture on the rise in the UK, Western riding has also been growing in popularity over the years. Taking inspiration from the Western equestrian traditions of the United States, there are plenty of spectacular Western riding competitions and events to enjoy the sport..
Join us as we look at the Western Riding events around the UK for British lovers of Western riding to enjoy and compete in. If you are looking for great places to ride Western in the UK and Europe, you can check out our guide to Western riding venues.
Equitation is a western riding discipline that emphasises the art of horse riding and the practice of horsemanship. Focusing on how skilfully a rider is positioned and moves while riding their horse, the discipline tests a rider’s precision and form. There are a number of different events within equitation, all of which vary very slightly in how they put riders to the test. But all equitation events aim to highlight the form, cleanliness, precision, and presentation of a rider.
Here we explore equitation in detail, including the different events within the discipline and what makes a good equitation horse.
Originating from ranching practices in the American West, horse cutting is an equestrian sport that perfectly captures the cowboy culture. It focuses on the ability of a horse and rider to separate a single cow from a herd and prevent it from returning to the group. The Western discipline is a competitive event that tests the agility, intelligence, and partnership between horse and rider.
With deep roots in Western culture, cutting has evolved to become an exciting competition where specialised cutting horses are trained to manoeuvre and control cattle. These horses are often bred and trained specifically, so that they have the athleticism, responsiveness, and intelligence needed to anticipate a cow's movements and successfully cut them from the herd.
In modern competition, the goal is to keep the cow separated for a set period of time, known as a “run”, during which the rider and horse demonstrate this control and finesse.
Winter can be unpredictable, but one thing is for sure: staying warm and comfortable is key to making the most of the colder months. Here’s how to master the art of layering up this winter with Ariat’s insulated collection.
