With the colder months approaching and show season slowing down, what's the best way to clean and put away my tack before winter? Should I just do my regular cleaning routine and put away? — The Colder Months Welcome autumn the season of wrapping up final horse shows, cooling down from brisk t …

My horse seems happier without a bit, so I'm thinking about trying a hackamore. But where is it actually supposed to sit on the nose? How tight should it be? And how do I keep it from shifting or getting dangerously close to my horse's eye? — Curious About Going BitlessDear Curious About Going …

I know standing wraps can be helpful, but I'm never sure when my horse actually needs them. Should I wrap after every ride, only after a hard workout, or just for injuries? And honestly... I'm terrified I'll put them on wrong. If they're a little too tight or uneven, could I actually do more harm th …

I know I’m supposed to clean my tack after every ride, but honestly? By the time I’m doneschooling, hosing off my horse, and sweeping the aisle, my body aches and I just want to gohome. Is skipping it really that bad, or am I secretly destroying my gear?— Tired in the Tack Room De …