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We ship out daily from Des Moines using USPS Priority Mail and Express International, so if it is a stock item odd's are no problem 2-3 days.

At this point all custom chaps and "custom" vests will not make it in time to be under the tree, however we do stock kids chaps, vests, a complete line of accessories and ropes, as well as chinks, batwings and other ranch lifestyle type leggings, so you might want to call just to make sure.

1-877-728-4766 within the US and 515-266-0800 for in Iowa and International

BUSY, BUSY, BUSY ~ SANTA's little helpers!!!

Still growing....

Who makes the best Bareback Riggings on the planet?

Ummm...gee let's think about that for a minute...NOT.

Neil Barstow with Barstow Pro Rodeo Equipment.

We briefly mentioned that we were working with Barstow back around the time of the National High School Rodeo Finals. However, we are excited to add their Bareback Rigging line to our roster of rodeo equipment.

If you can't find exactly what you are after, feel free to call (1-877-728-4766) or drop us a note.

2007 has proved to be our best year in the history of the company, thanks to you!

You demanded asked...and we listened.

Our number one priority is YOU and to get you the products and information that you need in the fastest way possible. That means stocking more items, in more quantity and using the fastest way to get it to you.

Over the last few years we have gone through painful steps to do just that.

We eliminated several poor performing vendors, implemented a central operating system (that works circles around most Fortune 500 Companies) and began the process of warehousing and shipping the products directly to you.

Last fall we introduced our first bull riding catalog and found it to be a huge hit with our customers.

This year we have ventured out to show our support of the rodeo industry.

Our first National level sponsorship came this summer with our involvement in the National Little Britches Rodeo Association finals in Pueblo, Co. We plan to expand our relationship with the organization.

Additionally we are in current negotiations with the Wrangler Division as well as the National High School Rodeo Association. We will find out very soon if indeed we become the Official National Sponsor.

We have also joined forces with Taos Muncy (2nd in the World in the Bronc Riding) and Nathan Tull (leading the IPRA bull riding) as well as working with a ton of new up and comers hoping to win the world.

So what now?

It's official! We are now an authorized Barstow Pro Rodeo Equipment dealer. Neil and his company have continued to produce the best Bareback Riggings on the market and it only makes good sense to include their line as we expand to further support the rodeo equipment industry.

What else ya say?!

We are working through the final stages with G-Bar-G Bronc Saddles, FastBack Rope Company, Cactus Saddlery and ProEquine. These exciting new additions to our line up will help us better meet the needs of a wider range of rodeo contestants.

So we think it is an exciting time for us as a company. If there is anything that you feel we should be aware of, changing or involved in please don't hesitate to drop me an e-mail. The link is directly below my picture.

Looking forward to hearing from you!!!

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One of the most common questions we receive is;

How do I measure for rodeo chaps?

Although some of our other styles (Chinks, Batwings, Cutting and several others) require more detail, the rodeo chaps require three specific measurements.

• WAIST
• UPPER THIGH
• OUTSEAM

Use a cloth tape measure.

We recommend measuring around the portion of the waist where the chaps will be worn, with your riding pants on. This measurement will be larger than a typical blue jean. When we cut the chaps it will have an adjustable belt on both the front and back so additional adjustment is available.

To measure the Upper thigh, take the tape around the largest portion of the upper thigh. A common adult bull rider upper thigh seems to average around 21".

The most important measurement is the OUTSEAM. For this we need you to be wearing your riding pants and the boots you also use to ride in (not required~ but strongly recommended). Find the spot on your hip/waist where you measured your waist. Go from that point down the outside of the leg, to the floor, with your riding boots on. The measurement that you provide will be the overall total length of the chap from the top to the bottom of the fringe. An average adult bull riders outseam is around 40".

We average about 3-4 weeks to produce rodeo chaps + about a week for them to be shipped from us to you.

Make sure to take accurate measurements before placing your order. Although we can generally fix a chap, it is never fun to open your box and pull them out only to realize that you gave us your inseam measurement instead of the outseam. Kind of spoils the fun to try on a new pair of chinks.

When in doubt....call us (1-877-728-4766). We'd enjoy the opportunity to share with you all of the different custom chap options and make sure you get them sized correctly.

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We now offer all Tipperary Protective Vests as well as Phoenix Rodeo Protective Vests.

Pretty sweet huh?

This includes the new Steer Wrestling vests , as well as the entire Equestrian line offer by Tipperary.  Cross Country, Endurance, Hunter Jumper, Recreational, Trail, Driving, Jockey, Fox Hunting and Schooling.

It has been thrilling to grow our relationship with Phoenix Performance in just under a year to becoming their #1 Distributer of Rodeo Protective Vests, so it only made sense to expand our relations to include the entire line up of World Class protective equipment.

And don't forget we also offer the best protective helmet that has become so popular with Barrel Racers.

If you have any questions, please feel free to drop us a note or call 1-77-728-4766.

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Early last week I had an exciting conversation with the folks that created the Equisports Horse & Rider Massagers. What I really enjoyed the most was the fact that we both align with MADE IN THE USA as a requirement. Dick went so far as to stay directly involved from the inception to production and demanded that every component was made and assembled right here in the US.

So what is it?

Equisports Massagers are the most advanced Equestrian Massage unit intended for you and your horses.

Once again, I am forced to elaborate on my lack of "expertise" when it comes to this one. However I trust the source and can read what the statistic say about injury prevention so I encourage you to do your homework and check this out.

I am excited and hope you will be too once you have one in your war chest to gain a competitive advantage!

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Just wanted to pass along that we have added a new video to our line up. This one is by far one of the best barrel racing videos on the market.

I had the opportunity to pre-view this with the producer and have had several great conversations with David Wittkower. Be sure to bounce over to our website to check out the details and order a copy of "Turn and Burn: Inside the World of Barrel Racing"

Suspended
Originally uploaded by Caro~in~FL.

After the rodeo
Originally uploaded by Caro~in~FL.