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Learn proper curb-strap adjustment.

Master speed transitions for reining.

Counter-canter drill to help with balance and cadence.

Correct a horse that likes to charge in a rundown.

Walk through a ranch riding pattern with Horse&Rider OnDemand expert Bud Lyon.

Use this exercise to help with neck reining and guiding; the importance of working in segments.

Bud Lyon talks about his feeding program, Brad Barkemeyer shows you his favorite back-up drill.

This week on Horse&Rider OnDemand

If you’re going to compete in the boxing, there are many techniques that can be used to maintain training when you’re at home. Brad Barkemeyer demonstrates show prep on four different cows. Knowing how to safely tie your horse to a tie ring is an important part of horse ownership. Brad demonstrates the knot he likes to use when tying up a horse to ensure that his horse can’t untie the rope or get his foot caught up in it.

Tips to longe your horse effectively; fix buddy sour behavior.

Choosing a cinch is an important part of gear. Learn to stop a spin on target.

What’s the difference between a reining spin and a ranch riding turn? Learn all you need to know about reading cattle.

Keep your horse patient when working the flag. Steps to teach your horse to sidepass.

Choose the right tack for ranch riding. Ace your lope departures.

Earn points when you can plant a pivot. Learn about leg position and cueing.

End frustration when your horse won’t go forward. Ace gait extensions for ranch riding.

Get a precise backup, then add speed. Learn to establish a stop.

How can an athletic riding position help you ride better? Tips for clipping for ranch riding classes.