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Planes, Trains, Trams and GHM

by Helen Murray | Apr 26, 2011, 11:43 AM

Well, I have made it to Leipzig without incident. There were a couple close calls, such as when I was trying to find my way through the Frankfurt airport and customs and felt like I was spinning in circles. Which I basically was. Then out of the corner of my eye I saw US Show Jumping Chef d’Equipe, George Morris. I was 99.9% sure he was also on his way to Leipzig as well, so I decided to shadow his every move as he navigated terminal changes, customs and going back through security....

Riders4Helmets Announces Largest Ever Helmet Giveaway and Chance to Win iPad2

by Lyndsey White, Riders4Helmets | Apr 26, 2011, 10:13 AM

Lexington, KY (April 24th, 2011) – The popular helmet awareness campaign Riders4Helmets.com has partnered with generous sponsors to offer the largest ever giveaway of riding helmets with a combined value of over $6,500, in addition to a highly sought after iPad2. Visitors to the Rolex KY 3DE (April 28-May 1) may visit the Riders4Helmets area in the “old” indoor arena to register for the giveaway, receive helmet safety literature, and, have the opportunity to participate in...

2011 Intercollegiate Saddle Seat Riding Association (ISSRA) Championship Horse Show

by Intercollegiate Saddle Seat Riding Association | Apr 26, 2011, 9:20 AM

University of Kentucky Saddle Seat Team, 2011 ISSRA Champions. Photo by Tim Holahan. Morehead, KY - The Intercollegiate Saddle Seat Riding Association (ISSRA) hosted its 3rd National Championship Horse Show on April 3, 2011 at Morehead State University. Josie Forbes from Nicholasville, Kentucky served as the judge for the show. Riders from teams including Eastern Kentucky University, Transylvania University, University of Kentucky, University of Louisville and Morehead State University competed...

Mark Todd Lifts the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials Trophy for a Fourth Time

by http://www.badminton-horse.co.uk | Apr 25, 2011, 4:00 PM

Badminton, England - Mark Todd and NZB Land Vision win the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials after a nail-biting finale that went right to the wire. Courtesy of the Badminton Horse Trials: http://www.badminton-horse.co.uk Just a single pole separated the top 12 going into this afternoon’s final showjumping phase and Mark kept a clean sheet to claim the title for a fourth time, 31 years after he first won Badminton aboard Southern Comfort. At 55, this makes Mark the oldest winner in...

Twenty Americans Head to FEI World Cup Final in Leipzig, Germany

by Helen Murray | Apr 25, 2011, 3:54 PM

Lexington, KY - The United States will have strong representation in Germany for the 2011 FEI World Cup Finals (April 27-May 1), with 20 of the country's best riders ready to leave their mark on Leipzig. For the first time the World Cup Finals in dressage, driving, jumping and vaulting will all be held under one roof, with the US sending competitors to vie for top honors in the dressage and jumping. The US will also use the Leipzig Exhibition Hall to showcase up-and-coming jumping riders in...

Ariat Kentucky Reining Cup to Air LIVE on USEFNetwork.com

by USEF Communications Department | Apr 25, 2011, 3:42 PM

Lexington, KY - Join US EFNetwork.com for two days of LIVE, world-class reining, with the Ariat Kentucky Reining Cup, April 29-30, 2011. The CRI5* and the Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment World Freestyle Championship will air live from the Alltech Arena in Lexington, Kentucky, featuring reiners from around the world, including U.S. favorites Tim McQuay, Craig Schmersal, Tom McCutcheon and Shawn Flarida, all members of the Gold Medal-winning 2010 Adequan U.S. Reining Team. The inaugural Ariat...

The Paso Fino Village Tours the Country

by Donald A. Vizi/PFHA | Apr 25, 2011, 12:38 PM

Once an actual “village,” a series of buildings and stalls requiring 22 people to set up, the Paso Fino Village is now a miniature version of this extraordinary display. The Village is designed to give visitors an overview of the Paso Fino horse. Each year, the Village travels to horse expos, trade shows, fairs, rodeos and many other venues to promote the breed. Paso Fino owners, trainers, and breeders are always on hand to provide clarity and additional information about the Paso...

Todd is Back in Pole Position in Closest Ever Finale at Badminton

by Kate Green | Apr 24, 2011, 3:29 PM

Badminton, U.K . - There was a thrilling climax to cross-country day at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials – the first leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™ - when Mark Todd (NZL) returned to a hero’s welcome, having produced a masterful display of riding to bring the inexperienced NZB Land Vision home clear and into the lead. Mark Todd (NZL) on NZB Land Vision leads on cross-country day at Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials 2011 – first leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™...

Plan Your Summer Show Schedule with Blenheim EquiSports

by EquestriSol | Apr 24, 2011, 12:00 PM

For schedules, specifications and entry forms for our 2011 summer shows, click here : Blenheim June Classic I - June 8 - 12 Blenheim June Classic II - June 15 - 19 Blenheim June Classic III - June 22 - 26 Blenheim Red, White & Blue Classic - June 29 - July 3 FEATURING... JUMPERS: $120,000 in Grand Prix prize money 2011 Zone 10 North American Young Rider Selection Trial (Week 1) $5,000 Open Jumper Classic (Week 2) $5,000 1.35M Jumper Classics (Weeks 2-4) $5,000 Jr-A/O Jumper Classics (Weeks...

Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Bridgestone to Honor Military Personnel with Military Appreciation Day on Friday, April 29

by Classic Communications | Apr 24, 2011, 11:49 AM

Lexington, KY — The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Bridgestone is proud to honor America's military heroes with free admission on "Military Appreciation Day" on Friday, April 29, 2011. All current and former military personnel, in uniform or showing a military ID, and their families, will be given free admission to the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event on Friday, April 29. There will be an announcement recognizing the military personnel in attendance and their contributions...