Icelandic equitation is the traditional style of riding of Iceland, closely associated with the Icelandic horse. The basis lies in the long traditions of riding horse transport.
You could say that being a farrier is in Phillip Smailes’ blood - his father Ken was a farrier and his sons Matt and Josh have both followed in his footsteps.
German farrier Errol Wernike became fascinated with horses at age 6, even though nobody in his family had this intrest. His vision on shoeing is clear
The Dutch farrier Douwe Dokter is full of passion about his profession, travels a lot to go to farrier competitions and loves American motor cycles.
From horseshoe nails to paper clips
Todd Walker, CJF, was born and raised in Houston, TX, where he spent his childhood playing sports and showing animals at the stock show. While on a summer break from college, Todd worked as a wrangler a cowboy camp in Bandera, TX, and this is where he fell in love with horses. That following spring he changed his course and attended Texas State Farrier School under Jay Watson. Upon graduation, Todd had the opportunity apprentice under two of the greatest names in industry, Kirk Caudle and Jim Jim sparked a competitive fire in Todd during their time together and he threw every free moment into competing and tool making. Todd then opened his own farrier practice in Georgetown, TX, in 2000, and has been shoeing all across central TX ever since! Todd was blessed with the opportunity to go on the culture exchange through the AFA in 2002, where he spent time with very talented people and attended many competitions. Todd competed in the Royal Show and became the first American to ever win the Therapeutic Shoe class! Back in the states, Todd's competitive spark was now a raging fire and he set a goal make the American Farriers Team. He made the team that year and the next 6 years in a row, and had the opportunity to compete alongside some of the greatest competitors in the industry. Individually, Todd made the Top Ten in the World Championships as well as the Stoneleigh Individual. Todd made the WCB Team in its first two years of existence and was awarded the very first "Striker the Year" award! Todd and his wife, Kimberly, now live in the Hill Country and they have 6 beautiful children.
Mustad Clinchers can be applied to a variety of nailing lengths.
The Mustad Sharpener is an ellipse-shaped metal bar with a diamond dust coating, made for sharpening all types of hoof knives and toeing knives.
A Mustad pritchel is manufactured out of high quality and air-hardened steel. It is used at lower temperatures (below 932˚F).
The Mustad pull-off is a universal shoeing tool for multiple purposes: pulling off, pinching, spreading and clinching.
Mustad No-shock pads provide protection for the sole and are shock-absorbing.
Flat racing is a form of horse racing which is run on a level racecourse. It is run over a predetermined distance and is either a test of speed, stamina or both, whilst the skill of the jockey is determined by his ability to restrain the horse or urge it on.
Bronc riding, either bareback bronc or saddle bronc competition, is a rodeo event that involves a rodeo participant riding on a horse, that attempts to throw or buck off the rider.
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Farrier stretching video and article.
Draft horses and draft crossbreds are versatile breeds used today for a multitude of purposes, including farming, draft horse shows, logging, recreation, and other uses
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