Bob Avila, With Jennifer Paulson

Rate or speed control is essential for all horses, but especially reiners in their rundowns. Here’s why rate matters and how to maintain it.

There comes a time when you just need more horse. Use these tips to ensure that your upgrade will get you where you want to be.

Negativity in your riding will keep you from reaching your goals.

This often-overlooked concept can make or break your pattern work. Bonus: Use it to square-up your horse’s shoulders.

Bob Avila discusses the finer points of the finished rollback.

Use this exercise to improve your straightness for lead changes.

Read about my MVBs—most valuable bits—and why I wouldn’t walk into a tack room that didn’t have these options.

Are you an all-in risk-taker? Or a more conservative speculator? It matters when shopping for young horses.

Mindful management can extend the career of your senior performance horse.

When it comes to horse headsets, everyone has opinions. Before making up your mind, consider these factors.

A precise end to a set of spins keeps you out of the penalty box and prevents your horse from developing bad habits.

Not reaching your riding goals? The key might lie in letting your horse do his job.

Kids and horses make the perfect pair for valuable life lessons.

Use this schooling technique for the right reasons and in the correct way to improve your horse’s rundown and stop.

Put my best hauling hints to work to keep your horse safe, healthy, and happy on the road.

Being a non-pro/amateur rider is challenging. But it can be easier if you avoid making these seven common mistakes.

A horse’s soundness and ability to perform depend on his feet.