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Dean Balut

After working his way up as a high-end mixologist in Los Angeles, Dean Balut took the plunge into horseshoeing. After several trials by fire, he traded his bar stools for bar shoes, and was off to the races.

Troy Wood, CJF

Just three years ago, Troy Wood, CJF, was honing his CAD skills while horseshoeing on the side. Now he’s the 2025 WCB National Champion with his eye on the World Championship. What’s behind his climb to the top? Nothing but hard work.

Steven Beane, FWCF

This six-time World Champion proved that commitment, not age, determines a farrier's skill.

School Spotlight: Montana State University Farrier Program

Intensive, hands-on training in the heart of Big Sky Country

School Spotlight: Five Star Horseshoeing School

Even after training hundreds of farriers at Five Star Horseshoeing School, Dusty Franklin, CJF, ASF, AWCF, considers himself first and foremost to be a farrier.