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This Week at Equine Exchange Tack Shop

Helpful guides, seasonal tips, and trusted gear to keep horses and riders ready for the season ahead.

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My Helmet Looks Fine... Do I Really Need a New One?

It's one of the most common questions we hear in the shop. If you've ever wondered whether your riding helmet is still safe, this week's blog explains what to look for, when it's time to replace it, and why a proper fit matters just as much as the helmet itself.

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Seasonal Reads

Horse care changes with the seasons, and so do the questions riders ask. Here are a few of our favorite articles to help you and your horse make the most of summer.

Healthy Coat. Healthy Horse


Summer is tough on your horse's coat. Sun, sweat, dust, frequent baths, and flies can all take their toll. Our newest blog shares eight practical ways to improve coat quality through better nutrition, hydration, grooming, and everyday care—helping your horse look and feel their best all season long.

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Ticks Are Back 🕷️

Spring riding and turnout bring plenty to enjoy, but they also bring ticks. Learn where they hide, signs to watch for, and simple habits that can help protect horses, dogs, and barn life this season.

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Free Towing & Payload Tools

Download the printable worksheet and keep it in the glovebox.
Or try the interactive calculator and get a verdict on your setup in minutes.

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Try the interactive calculator 👉 Towing Calculator

Grab Your Show Day Checklist

Forgotten gloves? Missing number pins? We’ve all been there. Use this simple checklist to keep show mornings calm and organized.

Horse Show Checklist
Night-before and morning-of reminders to help you arrive prepared and ready to ride.

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No Fly Zone

From sprays that last through sweat and rain to lightweight fly sheets and masks your horse can wear all day, we've rounded up everything you need to get through fly season without losing your mind — or your horse's good mood.

Summer Grooming Essentials

Everything you need to keep your horse clean, comfortable, and looking their best through the heat, dust, and sweat of summer. Because every horse seems to find the one dusty spot in the pasture.