Helena is whining less about her knee after using Traumeel and Glenn discovers a light easy to lift stall matt. Listen in.

Tack and Habit Episode 53 - Show Notes and Links:

Hosts: Helena B. and Glenn the Geek

Recordings done at the American Equestrian Trade Association Show in King of Prussia, PA. Thank you to Hopper Expositions for the invitation.

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Product #1: EquineLite Mat

Description:

A horse is a major investment and a valuable asset, whether it's for show, performances, or just pleasure. EquineLite Mats help protect this investment by providing comfort for your animals, while making your life a little bit easier.

Made of multi-layer heavy duty polymers, EquineLite Mats naturally resist staining, odors, and damage. EquineLite Mats have gone through rigorous testing in many of the same environments you would use them, including: trailer flooring, stall flooring, and veterinarian offices.

Price: $46.00+

Buy: You can buy your EquineLite Mats at http://equinelitemat.com/.

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Product #2: Traumeel Anti-inflammatory Analgesic

Manufacturer: Heel

Description:

For temporary relief of: muscular pain- joint pain - sports injuries - bruising.

The cream is so velvety, no strong odor, no heat, disappears into the skin and goes to work.

Price: $19.50

Buy: Buy yours today at Amazon

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Our one year anniversary and we go with the most expensive item we have ever talked about and Helena fences us in. Listen in.

Tack and Habit Episode 52 - Show Notes and Links:

Hosts: Helena B. and Glenn the Geek Recordings done at the American Equestrian Trade Association Show in King of Prussia, PA. Thank you to Hopper Expositions for the invitation.

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Product #1: Powerfields 1 1/2" Polytape in Brown

(Helena's pasture with the Powerfields Brown Tape.)

Description:

(Powerfields) U.V. Stabilized 1 1/2" Polyethylene material with 15 strands of 12 mil stainless steel wire gives safety, strength, low maintenance and a desirable appearance at a price much lower than wood or vinyl.

At 750 lb. breaking strength, Safe-Fence is stronger than most wood or wire products.

The high visibility reduces the potential for accidents and injury, and has the good looks of more expensive systems.

Easy installation makes it a simple operation for anyone to install, and maintenance is even easier.

Price: $50.00 a roll

Buy: You can buy your Powerfields Tape at Farm Supply Store.

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Product #2: Mahindra 3016 HST Tractor

Manufacturer: Mahindra

Description:

Tractor Overview: A high performance 4wd compact tractor with new higher 3 point and loader lift capacity.

Tractor Key Uses:

Home and Commercial Landscaping

Vegetable Gardening

Lawn and Grounds Maintenance

Light Construction

Price: $17,500.00

Buy: Buy yours today at American Equipment Service

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Today Jennifer joins us to tell about her new Kerrits Bootcut Tights and Helena helps us figure out what all those darn bits are for. Listen in.

Tack and Habit Episode 51 - Show Notes and Links:

Hosts: Helena B. and Glenn the Geek

Recordings done at the American Equestrian Trade Association Show in King of Prussia, PA. Thank you to Hopper Expositions for the invitation.

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Product #1: The Ultimate Book of Horse Bits by Emily Esterson

Price: $18.00

Description:

The hundreds of available bits and their variations present a bewildering choice to a rider looking for the most effective way of controlling and communicating with a horse. However, help is now available in this most authoritative and upto-date work. In an increasingly sophisticated horse world that blurs the line between English and Western tack, this book answers questions for horsemen who are involved in all English and Western equestrian activities. Most usefully, the reader learns not only how snaf?es, curbs, pelhams, and other “mouthware” operate, but also how speci?c ones can be used to correct problems arising out of both competitive and pleasure riding. 100 color photographs.

Emily Esterson, a career journalist, has contributed articles to Dressage Today, Equus, John Lyons’s Perfect Horse, Equestrian, and Equine Veterinary Management. She edits EquiManagement: Business Solutions for Equine Practitioners. An active dressage and three-day eventing competitor, Esterson lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Buy: Buy The Ultimate Book of Horse Bits at Amazon.

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Product #2: Kerrits Microcord Bootcut Riding Tights

Manufacturer: Kerrits

Description:

No changing necessary, this bootcut pant takes you from your horse to town in stride! The ultimate multi-tasker, our Microcord Bootcut tight provides unrestricted movement and comfort in a figure-flattering slightly flared style. The shaped contoured calf, unique cowboy cut hem, and extended patches set ours above the rest. Flat 2” flow rise waist and compression Microcord gives the streamlined appearance we all seek in an everyday pant.

• • Flat 2” Flow Rise waist
  • Flat belt loops Bootcut design slims hips
  • Extended Eco Suede kneepatches
  • Fitted calf keeps pant in place
  • Cowboy cut hem
  • Machine washable

Price: $82.95

Buy: Buy yours today at Equestrian Collections

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This week we hear about Helena's blown knee, Glenn's birthday gift and two cool products including the Thornhill Padded Leather Halter and the Swift Hitch! Listen in...

Tack and Habit Episode 50 - Show Notes and Links:

Hosts: Helena B. and Glenn the Geek Recordings done at the American Equestrian Trade Association Show in King of Prussia, PA. Thank you to Hopper Expositions for the invitation.

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Product #1: Thornhill Deluxe Padded Leather Halter

Manufacturer: Thornhill USA

Price: $59.95

Description:

Soft leather padding on crown, cheeks and nose. Solid brass hardware, double buckle crown, rolled snap throat and adjustable chin. WB, H and C sizes.

In Brown/Brown, Black/Black or Black/White.

Sm Pony and Lg Pony sizes in 3/4” Brown/brown.

Buy: Buy your Thornhill Halter at http://www.thornhillusa.com/halters.html.

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Product #2: Swift Hitch

Manufacturer: Two Loons Trading Company

Description:

10-Hour Run-Time Weather Resistant Camera, Hi-Resolution Color Display, Foam Lined Storage Case, Suction Cup Mount, 12 Volt Charger Cable, Display Battery.

Price: $259.00

Buy: Buy yours today at http://swifthitch.com.

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We did it!!! We finally spoke to the Perky Jerky people and they weren't jerks! You have to hear it and learn how Helena was crowned Queen of the Jerks. Plus, learn all about the Stall Butler too! Listen in...

Tack and Habit Episode 49 - Show Notes and Links:

Hosts: Helena B. and Glenn the Geek

Recordings done at the American Equestrian Trade Association Show in King of Prussia, PA. Thank you to Hopper Expositions for the invitation.

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Product #1: Stall Butler

Manufacturer: Over the Hill Equine

Price: $1,750.00

Description:

The Stall Butler is a machine that eliminates the tedious task of shaking a fork. If you prefer to spend time enjoying your horses rather than cleaning up after them, then this is the machine for you. It is a highly portable machine that is battery powered, making it easy to maneuver around your stall without tripping over a cord. The machine thoroughly cleans your bedding material, making it last longer, removing pieces as small as a marble. It will save you money on bedding costs and reduce your time spent cleaning; the machine will pay for itself. The machine works with all pelletized bedding products and other fine bedding materials.

This machine is designed to help speed up the messy process of cleaning stalls. It will cut your cleaning time in half, giving you more time to enjoy your animals. Why waste your day away cleaning up after them when you could spend the day out riding them? The Stall Butler, with its patent pending design, will generate enough savings to pay for itself quickly. Once you get your Stall Butler home you won't know how you did without it.

Buy: Buy your stall butler here: http://www.overthehillequine.com/

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Product #2: Turkey Perky Jerky

Manufacturer: Perky Jerky People

Description:

Need more energy? Get a bigger bag! All the goodness of Perky Jerky now also comes in Turkey; super healthy and exceptionally tasty! This one is for all you jerky lovers out there, you asked for it, here it is!

Price: $4.99

Buy: Buy yours today at http://www.perkyjerky.com/

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