Good gear tells a story. In this May tack and gear issue, we highlight the craftsmanship of makers like Big Sky Mohair Cinches, Nettles Stirrups and Waite Saddles, alongside family ranch stories and curated tack selections. In “Stronger Than the Storm,” we follow the effort to keep campers in the saddle after historic flooding threatened the horse programs that have shaped generations of young riders in the Texas Hill Country.
We also travel across the country for a barn design feature that explores how one idea grew into a company dedicated to preserving the character of traditional timber barns. Lastly, in our conversation with Butch Morgan, cover man of the May 1972 issue, we see how one horseman’s commitment to family has helped preserve the values that define our community.