Barrel Racing

The haul and the warm-up

Long drives and short warm-ups are the barrel horse's reality. We put the XLR8 Velocity Sheet and Velocity Hood on in the trailer so the ceramic fabric and magnets have time to work on the back, neck and poll before we ever swing a leg over. A Hay Chix Half Bale net keeps hay in front of the horse the whole drive, and FLAIR Strips go on before the run to support the nasal passages when the horse needs air most.

After the run

Three turns and a hard stop load the hocks, stifles and front tendons. Our routine is the same every time: walk out, cool the legs with Cool on Track, check every leg, then Back on Track quick wraps for the trailer ride home. Hocks get the cordless Redlight Hock Wraps; a sore back gets the Redlight Back Pad or a few minutes with the HorseWell Massager. The full routine is in our recovery guide.

Feeding the barrel horse

Hauling, inconsistent turnout and adrenaline are hard on a horse's gut and muscles, which is why CEP supplements are the backbone of our program. The Magic Trio (Gut Check, Hoof Rx and Vitality) covers stomach, feet and coat; Equi Mag is for the horse that gets tight and anxious at the gate; Revamp supports muscle recovery between runs; Daily Lung backs up the respiratory system in dusty arenas. CEP is all-natural with no sugars, starches, corn or soy, and we order it by phone so we can match it to your horse.

Everyday at the barn

Fly season, tails and tack: Fly Free Horse Boots for turnout, a Cactus Tails braid-in bag to grow and protect the tail, and handmade Gale Beebe reins made to order.

Product recommendations are our own barn experience plus the manufacturers' information, not veterinary advice. Supplements and therapy products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Check your association's rules on gear and supplements.