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Cowboy boots are an essential part of a Western wardrobe. From ranchers and rodeo competitors to trendsetters and anyone looking for a little giddyup in their step, Western boots make a statement. But peruse the shelves of your local Western wear store and you might be overwhelmed by the options ...

If you’re like us, you’re a fan of Beyoncé’s newest—and Grammy-winning—album Cowboy Carter. Beginning with her Renaissance tour in 2023 and continuing with her country album, Beyoncé has inspired a revival of Western wear in mainstream culture. However, Black cowboys have always been part of our history. To celebrate this ...

Step into style with one of these on-trend Western boots from brands you’ll love. Ariat Casanova Western Boot This best-selling boot from Ariat is a showstopper thanks to gorgeous stitching, premium leather and 16-inch shaft. It includes ATS technology for ergonomic support, resoleable Goodyear leather welt construction, vegetable-tanned leather sole, ...

Have you ever seen round, thick horsehair reins, known as mecates, tied onto a bosal or hanging from slobber straps on a snaffle bit rig? Steeped in tradition, mecate [pronounced meh-caugh-tee] reins are a top choice for many riders and trainers. They’re versatile, allow for a great feel, and look ...

Hard-stopping, fast-turning, cow-savvy horses make their living in the show pen and on the ranch doing the same maneuvers: working cattle. The horses destined for the show pen simply have some showmanship tricks up their sleeves, but the premise for the competitive event called cutting has stayed the same since ...

The West has always brimmed with independent, resilient Western women, but many have gone unnoticed. Some reside on remote ranches, miles from the blacktop, where their responsibilities include caring for horses, cattle and children, stretching a paycheck as far as they can. Or they remain in the background saddling, grooming ...

Plan your next trip around a visit to one of these Western museums. The Old West is one of the most fascinating and popular periods in American history. What most people know about this period comes from film and television. But if you really want to know what the Old ...

At first glance, Dakota Brandenburg does not fit the stereotype one would imagine a stock contractor to look like. Working behind the rough stock chutes at the big Down Under rodeo at Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia, Brandenburg’s petite frame seems at odds with the job. But during the bull riding ...

Find your new favorite pair of jeans from among these looks. Kimes Ranch Barney Light Wash Men’s Jeans The Barney is Kimes’ original men’s jean, brought back again this season! Made of 100% cotton 13-ounce denim with a mid-rise, slim fit and bootcut leg opening, these jeans include an integrated ...

Horses are used in therapeutic activities throughout the world. Be it a backyard horse bringing a smile to a young child’s face, a horse used in a hippotherapy program aiding physically challenged riders, or a horse ridden to bring awareness to a message, there is something healing about these massive ...