Junior to Amateur: A Challenge of Growth
By Margie Sugarman
Transitioning from the Junior to the Amateur ranks is more than just a change in competition—it’s stepping from the familiar into the unknown. The shift carries a mix of nerves and excitement, a tug-of-war between leaving … [Read more]
- Published in General, Junior Blues
Barn-Tested, Rider-Approved: A New Standard for Equestrian Apparel
When Holly Habeck first dreamed of creating her own equestrian brand, it didn’t come from a boardroom brainstorm or a corporate strategy session. It came from the barn aisle.
“I used to joke about the ‘equestrian tax,’” she says. “So … [Read more]
- Published in Z-Blogs
Special Focus Issues
Throughout the year, Sidelines features special focus sections in which extra editorial coverage is assigned to these sections. These issues are great opportunities for readers interested in specific content such as breeding or art. For information on how to gain
- Published in Special Focus Issues
Unbridled With Rob Bielefeld
By Britney Grover
Growing up in Madison, Wisconsin, Rob Bielefeld knew early on that he wanted to have a career in horses. “I started teaching the lesson program at the stable that I started at when I was 16. I … [Read more]
- Published in General, What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Divertimentos & Dressage Returns to Wellington on February 20th
… [Read more]Brooke USA’s Signature Event Features a Dressage Musical Freestyle Performance to the Palm Beach Symphony’s Live OrchestraLEXINGTON, KY (January 3, 2025) – Brooke USA Foundation (Brooke USA) returns to the winter equestrian capital of the world, Wellington,
- Published in Cover Story, What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Using Schooling Shows to Get to Big Wins

By Valerie Pride
Hopefully, wherever you are, you have access to some summertime opportunities at low-key, grassroots showing excursions that provide us with real experience and expertise! Daytime or nighttime, it’s real time spent with your horse to gain … [Read more]
- Published in Cover Story, Sidelines Feature, The Classic Insider
The Best Weekend All Year
By Valerie Pride
It doesn’t matter if you’re riding, spectating, volunteering or anything and everything in between—the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event is by far the best weekend all year indeed! I look forward to this iconic event annually. Always the … [Read more]
- Published in Cover Story, Sidelines Feature, Z-Blogs
Alex Volpi ~ Learning & Chasing the Jumping Dream
By Laura Scaletti
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
Alex Volpi got her first glimpse at equestrian life when she was a child living in London. “My best friend in school had two ponies and we would ride out in the countryside … [Read more]
- Published in Cover Story, Special Focus Issues, Weekly Feature
When it’s Time for the Next Horse or Pony
By Margie Sugarman
“There is no other feeling in the world to compare with it if one loves a great horse. It gives a thrill that nothing else ever can. It cannot be put into words, because words cannot express … [Read more]
- Published in Cover Story, Sidelines Feature, What's Happenin'
Debbie Disbrow, RAMM Fence and Stalls: Safe Spaces for Horses
By Britney Grover
RAMM Fence and Stalls was born from a true need—a need Debbie Disbrow discovered because of her passion for horses. “At RAMM we strive to help equestrians with safer alternatives for both inside and outside of their … [Read more]
- Published in Cover Story, Sidelines Feature, What's Happenin'










