United States Eventing Association

While the pulled or clipped tail is more popular in eventing, the braided tail is gaining popularity. A braided tail shows is a great option for showing off your horse's hindquarters, and gives a very polished look in the show ring.

At any show impeccable turnout is essential. From your tack to the braids to the sheen of your horse’s coat, how you present yourself and your horse makes a lasting impression. Want to up your game? Make a note of the three things world-class groom Kathleen Murray wouldn’t head to a show without:

Tips and Tricks of the Trade is an article series being provided through a partnership between Athletux and the USEA. Shelby Bornheimer, a groom for Phillip Dutton, gives us the inside scoop on what happens in the vet box after a big three-day competition.

As the summer eventing season progresses, many riders will be packing up their tack, and trucking out to a variety of one-day events. One-day events are fun and educational, but can get hectic especially if you are taking more than one horse. Staying organized during a one-day event is crucial to a successful show day, for riders and grooms.

Tips and Tricks of the Trade is a new article series being provided through a partnership between Athletux and the USEA.

Tips and Tricks of the Trade is a new article series being provided through a partnership between Athletux and the USEA.

Tips and Tricks of the Trade is a new article series being provided through a partnership between Athletux and the USEA. This month's article comes from Mia Bouslaugh, head groom for four-star rider Jen McFall of Dragonfire Farm.

Winter can be a hard time to keep your horse looking clean and tidy, especially without access to warm water.

Tips and Tricks of the Trade is a new article series being provided through a partnership between Athletux and the USEA.

Tips and Tricks of the Trade is a new article series being provided through a partnership between Athletux and the USEA.