The Tack Trunk

Did you get one of these? More importantly, did your horse get treats? 😍😜🐴🦄

Don't forget to thank your grooms! These hardworking helpers are one in a million! THANK YOU!

Do you save your horse show ribbons? How do you display them?

Did you know that the St. Louis National Horse Show was the first horse show west of the Mississippi? Three American Presidents - Grant, Cleveland and Harrison were attendees in the earliest years of competition, too!

Have a great Pre Charity Horse Show! Come visit our satellite store set up in the lobby. Maura has candy! 😜

Wow! We are loving all these shades of green in our new fall apparel!

We will be closed today in recognition of Labor Day. Come visit us on Tuesday!

We have HAAS brushes in stock now! Did you know there are certain brushes and bristle materials that are best for different types of grooming tasks? Come stop by the store to learn more!

There are so many little pieces of tack and equipment that equestrians use. Stay tuned for our 'Tiny Tack Talks'...

Check out our blog post on what we call 'summer horse face' and find out what to do about this skin condition.

Summer Skin Conditions - Simple solutions for happy horses! - The Tack Trunk We have all seen it. It happens every summer. And the fix is a lot simpler than most people think. In fact, here at Tack Trunk we even came up with a name for it: Summer Horse Face. This isn’t your horse looking super cute in his new fly mask or even an adorable post […]

Good luck to all the competitors at The Kirkwood Show! Did you know that the show originally was held in Kirkwood Park on the athletic fields and attracted many local spectators!

Don't forget to stop by and enter our Shop Local raffle! You could win this entire goodie bag!

We care about your safety and so does Tipperary! Check out this great deal!

Our updated list of consignment dressage saddles is here!

Dressage Consignment Saddles SH 10/12/1 DEVOUCOUX MIKALA HARMONY SEAT: 18 TREE: 3D3 TB FLAP: 2A $3,900 With cover JK 7/14/1 HULSEBOS WB4 SEAT: 17 TREE: MW FLAP: N/A $3,900 With cover MS 5/25/1 SCHLEESE PRO LIGHT SEAT: 17.5 TREE: MW FLAP: 2 $6,595 With cover ML 4/22/2 CWD SEAT: 18 TREE: W FLAP: 2A $2,200 ...

Hey everyone, check out our updated list of consignment close contact saddles!

Close Contact Consignment Saddles RT 5/11/1 VOLTAIRE BLUE INFINITE SEAT: 18 TREE: M FLAP: N/A $6,000 EH 7/12/1 ANTARES SEAT: 17.5 TREE: M FLAP: 3L $2,500 With cover JI 4/7/1 LOXLEY BLISS SEAT: 17 TREE: W w/ plates FLAP: N/A $2,800 With cover AC 7/14/1 PESSOA LEGACY XL SEAT: 16.5 TREE: M FLAP: R $1,300 Wit...

We get asked a lot about equine deworming. Our best advice is to check with your vet but here is a helpful fact sheet!

What is everyone's favorite way to pamper their horse post-horse show?

Good luck to everyone competing at the SLADS August Classic this weekend!

We know everyone loves our candy bowl. What is your favorite type of candy?

Hey everyone! Check out our latest blog post about grey and white horse grooming tips!
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It's too hot to ride, come in and shop!

Good luck to everyone competing this weekend!

Happy Horse Show Weekend! Stop in and see us for all your last minute needs!

What is your favorite horse show snack food?

Check out our blog post about properly fitting saddles!

Fit Check: The Importance of Proper Saddle Sizing - The Tack Trunk Did you know a properly fitting saddle can make a huge difference in your ability to ride safely and effectively? Riding in a saddle that is too big can often shift a rider’s position too far back, making their leg sit out in front of them. A saddle that is too small can pitch a […]

Summer Reading List from us! There are helpful tips and training exercises in all these books! Ask us our personal favorites next time you are in the store!

Curious about what products to use on your tack? Check out our blog post here:

Neatsfoot Oil No-Nos! - The Tack Trunk Did you know that some of the first saddle soap to be sold in the United States was made by Fiebings, a leather goods company in the 1890s. Fiebings is still in business today but saddle soap and leather care has definitely come a long way since then. As riding has evolved, so has the […]

Hey Everyone! Check out our newest blog post about safety vests!

Safety First! Knowing which safety vest to wear and why - The Tack Trunk The use of safety vests in equestrian sports began around 40 years ago, primarily seen in racing, eventing or high impact speed riding. Eventers adapted to the use of the safety vest more widely than other equestrian disciplines, wearing sectional foam padding that adapted to a rider’s movements. ...

What are these? They are saddle trees! The tree is the foundation on which every saddle is built but not all trees are created equally! They are made in many different shapes and sizes to adequately help saddle fitters/makers size horses. Once the tre size is determined, a saddle can but built out around it, ensuring proper fit for the horse and functionality for the rider! In our opinion, the horse's comfort comes first!

What is the one horse grooming product or tool you just can't live without?

Hey Everyone! We LOVED hearing about your shopping preferences in our last survey. But now we want to know a little bit more about YOU! Check out this link to our anonymous survey below:

Shopping Survey Follow Up Hey Tack Trunk customers! We loved all the great feedback from the shopping survey and we want to know a little bit more about you! Thanks so much for supporting us!

Check out these new outfits! Which one is your favorite?