Resources for Western
1021: From Tails to Trails
From Tails to Trails Julie Goodnight helps an English rider learn to ride with split reins in preparation for riding on the trails.
Episode 822 – Ranch Hands – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps a ranch rider refine her rein cues for horsemanship patterns and reining. Bonus footage not seen on TV.
Episode 721 – Plus Points– Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps a new rider and his experienced reining horse perform show-ready rollbacks
Episode 721 – Plus Points
Julie Goodnight helps a new rider and his experienced reining horse perform show-ready rollbacks
What Bit Should I Use?
Question: Dear Julie, I am currently schooling and riding in a D-ring snaffle bit. I want to start training for Western Pleasure. What kind of shank bit do you recommend for the transition? Thanks, Kim
Saddle Advice
Ask Julie Goodnight: Is My Saddle Causing My Horse’s Issues? Question: Dear Julie, I am switching from English to Western and am hoping to get one of your Peak Performance saddles. I am looking at
Post The Trot
Ask Julie Goodnight: Do Western Riders Need to Post the Trot? Question: Try to settle this discussion – please! Is posting on the correct “diagonal” only important in English riding? I always thought it was
Split Rein Hold
Split rein hold Split reins are commonly used by western riders and there are several ways to hold them– the two-handed trainer’s hold (with the reins bridged and both reins in both hands), one-handed trainer’s
Riding Right with Julie Goodnight: Know Your Rein Aids
Dear Julie, I’m a bit confused about rein aids—how they differ in English and Western riding. I’ve been hearing terms like direct and direct opposition, indirect and indirect opposition. What do these terms mean and
Issues From The Saddle: How Much Does Conformation Have To Do With Movement
Question Category: Issues from the Saddle Question: Hi, I have a 5 year old QH gelding that is tall and not very muscular. He has a long back and legs and I wonder if that
Talk About Tack: Which Bit For Neck Reining On A Finished Horse?
Question Category: Talk about Tack Question: Julie, How do I know what bits to try on a horse that is new to me? And can I ride western (neck rein) in a bit without leverage?