Horse Whispers Kisses Horse Figurine 

She will love the quiet beauty & strength depicted in “Kisses” figurine by Horse Whispers. A bit of a retro throw back to her childhood days spent caressing the velvety noses of horses.  Or a reminder of that trusty steed

Horse Whispers Figurine

who was so careful with her young family, “Kisses” is a memorable way to share those special feelings of horses, mother and family.

Sabona Horseshoe & Crystals Bracelet

Dramatic black Horseshoe Bracelet from Sabona with clear cubic zirconium crystals inside stainless steel links. Timeless equestrian design of this Horseshoe Bracelet has the added benefit of being a magnetic sports bracelet as well!

Laurel Burch Wild Stallions Tote 

Who do you ask when you need a band aid, tissue, hand wipe, or anything else on you daily sojourns? That’s right, mom. So give mom a new tote, and remind mom of her “wild herd” with this Laurel Burch Wild Stallions

Laurel Burch Wild Stallions Tote

tote!  Gorgeous rich colors on a cotton canvas medium tote bag with a roomy interior, zipper pockets & exterior pockets for all those “mom” things!

No one argues that helmets are always indispensable protection for the head,

The SP8 features industry leading safety standards, and a slightly wider brim for sun protection.

but the Charles Owen SP8 Helmet has not only high quality Charles Owen design and safety, it also offers cool ventilation and a wider brim for extra sun protection. 

Joules has never failed to deliver fun sportswear each season, and this year the Joules Cheeky Sleeveless Polo Shirt is no exception. Pairs perfectly with jean shorts and flp flops for casual days, but of course also tucks nicely into breeches for a polished summertime schooling outfit.

Hot days need the Essex Talent Yarn Short Sleeve Shirt! Made from a truly revolutionary fabric called IceFil, it can actually lower the body’s temperature by as much as 5 degrees! The more you move, the cooler it feels. Collar folds down for a casual look and splash of summertime color.

Romfh has been a staple at Mary’s for years, and now with Laura Romfh working with manufacturer English Riding Supply, we can see some truly original products coming out for our customers. A big hit is the Romfh Sarafina Euroseat Breech, literally taking the horse world by storm. Lightweight, super stretchy and amazingly comfortable. Support in all the right places has customers raving about how cool and easy wear they are.

Romfh Sarafina Breech

Shopping for mom is always fun – and there are LOTS of great ideas for Mother’s Day at Mary’s. We’ll post a few more on Monday. Happy riding!

Mary’s Tack and Feed

Next door to Mary’s Tack and Feed, Wednesday thru Sunday, you’ll find the McCall Double Feature Quarter Horse Show!

With 370 stalls, this is their biggest show yet. As it is a double feature show, they have 8 judges and the classes are double judged. Click here for the show schedule – classes include Trail, Showmanship, Reining, Pole Bending, Hunt Seat classes, Pleasure, Barrel Racing and Driving.

We even took a peek to see how it was going and snapped a few photos just for our loyal readers.  Enjoy!

For more information, visit their website at http://www.scqhea.org/the_show_time_classic.htm

The Rosa , a traditional knee patch breech with a great look perfect for schooling or the show ring, features Tredstep Evolution fabric with nano sphere treatment. Made by Schoeller, it is naturally self cleaning – repels water, dirt, grease, coffee, ketchup…you name it. Such a great feature in a breech at this price point! The staff has commented that the fabric is like that of a much more expensive, best selling breech at Mary’s. They truly love the fit and the contoured knee patches.  You can read more about the Tredstep Rosa knee patch breech for women by clicking here.

The Azzura, an innovative, high-tech knee patch breech, boasts Tredstep Evolution fabric, a microfiber, four way stretch material, which feels great and is always flattering. Our staff is enamored with the unique silicone grip knee patches. They don’t show when you are in the saddle and provide a great sticky feel. These would be perfect for equitation classes or if you lose a stirrup. And they also come in Men’s! Finally, a guys’ breech with great features. Featuring a pleated front, euroseat, slash front pockets, and flap back pockets, you will love the Tredstep Azzura men’s breech. Read more about the features of this great model by clicking here.

The Argenta, the top of the line offering from the Symphony breech collection, is made of the wonderful Schoeller Prestige fabric with the nano sphere treatment that repels stains water, and anything else you might spill during a day at the barn. The staff loves the fit as the waistband fits nicely and doesn’t gap.  They also feel extremely comfortable with the contoured, scalloped knee patches as they don’t bunch up behind the knee. Check out a candid shot of our salespeople modeling these breeches in real life then take a look at all the features here and you’ll see why this is an absolutely fabulous show breech!

Wanna know more about the new Tredstep Symphony breeches collection?  Have other questions about riding apparel or any other horsey related item?  We love to chat!  Give us a call toll free at 1.800.551.6279 and we’ll be happy to help you out. And, through the end of March we’re offering $8 flat rate shipping, so this is the perfect time to buy!

Think of your favorite store.  Would you plan a vacation around their sale? Believe it or not, we actually have horse owners living out of state who call months in advance to confirm our Tent Sale dates (this year it is February 15-17, 2013) so they can make travel plans to join us.

“Wait.  An equestrian store selling tents?  I don’t get it!”   Well, we don’t sell tents at our Tent Sale but rather we have incredible prices on great things that we put UNDER a tent- an enormous 100 foot tent to be exact.  The entire store gets completely remerchandised for our biggest sale of the year.

Even if you shop with us all the time, you have GOT to stop by during that weekend.  You will be amazed at the transformation!  You’ll find almost  everything in the store on sale, and every year customers that have moved away or we haven’t seen for years will be shopping the great deals. Old time riding partners meet again, barn mates stop and talk,- our whole store takes the form of a large social as much as a shopping event.  And then around lunch time, we fire up the grill and serve some hotdogs, chips, and drinks to those tired shoppers and their tag-alongs that need to sit down for a bit.

Many of our vendors even send a representative, some coming from overseas, just to work at our sale and meet with our customers. That is probably my favorite part – the ability for a customer to perhaps meet the maker, inventor or promoter of a specific product. From Dr. Colleen Wilson, owner/founder of Adeptus to Loralee, who invented the ISpyCamera for use in horse trailers or stalls.

Now, not ALL our ideas go well, we have to admit. One year, for example, we thought we’d combine a Tent Sale with a blood drive. (Hey, we know our customers are community minded!). Unfortunately, drawing blood and then shopping upstairs and downstairs at our sale resulted in a few people actually fainting.  Uh oh!

But overall, each year the sale really gets a bit bigger and better. This year we’re featuring our ‘ham’ of a GM on his microphone with his contests and auctions again. Friday is our busiest day, and we’ve added Wild Card Saturday to our line up. On Saturday, look for special ‘flash’ sales throughout the day to enable lucky customers to get a coupon for an extra discount on select items or departments. And, of course, our Super Sunday, with some extra department discounts added to help finish off our Tent Sale with a flourish.

This year the Mary’s Tent Sale is Friday and Saturday, February 15/16 9am – 5pm, Sunday, Feb 17 9am – 4pm.

We are closed Thursday all day to prepare for the sale.

Hope to see you there!

Oh my.

Well, never fear because Mary’s Tack and Feed is here to save the day with the very best in Valentine’s Day gifts for every equestrian on your list.  Shop early then sit back and relax!

Laurel Burch Heart Embracing Horses Scoop Tote

This scoop tote with iconic Laurel Burch horses in a Heart Embracing pose is done in lovely shades of earthtones with a touch of purple & green for interest. The scoop tote has a cut out area under the handles to allow room for carrying over the shoulder. Zipper top with reinforced bottom. $32.99

Stardust Silver Horse Mirror

Stunning silver patina Horse Mirror has horse head at top with flowing silver mane to one side. Design by Marrita who creates lovely horse gifts. Perfect as a mirror but can be a photo frame for 8 X 10 inch photo too. Great gift for the horse lover! 39.99

I’ve fallen in love many times… always with you. ~Author Unknown

Wind II Horse Music Box

The Wind Horses by Marcia Baldwin are a customer favorite at Mary’s Tack & Feed and this Wind II Horse music box with frame is a certain top choice! The colorful flowing mane & soft white body contrasted against the dark blue & black background makes Wind II a standout in any decor. You can replace the horse artwork with a personal photo! Inside, with a velvety soft lining, there is a place for jewelry or other treasures & a cushioned area for rings. Perfect gift for the horse lover. Plays Nocturne by Chopin. $29.99

All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt. ~Charles Schulz

Lucky Horseshoe with Rhinestones

These are very blingy, lucky horseshoes and make a lovely gift for barnmates, trainers, weddings, birthdays and more! Each steel horseshoe is painted and inlaid with rhinestones and comes with everything needed to mount – mounting screw and drywall anchor. This lucky horseshoe by Classic Home Decor is made in the U.S.A. by skilled artisans. The folks at Classic Home Decor paint each piece and then hand finish. 19.99

Horse & Flowers Decorative Tile

Surrounded by pansies and flowers, the beautiful, palomino horse on this hand painted tile stands out against the bright blue sky. In vibrant colors, this decorative, textured tile can be hung on a wall or placed on an easel in any room of the house. We’ve had customers use these as hot plates, part of counter tops, in fireplace facades, fountains and pool areas. The choices are endless! Measuring 11 x 14, this artistic horse tile adds an equine touch to any decor – indoors or out. 42.99

So, fall asleep love, loved by me… for I know love, I am loved by thee. ~ Robert Browning

Horse Whispers “Kisses” Figurine

We just love images of children with kind, gentle, large horses and Kisses Figurine depicts this so well! This small young girl has one of those special guys, a big ol’ draft horse. She’s there to tell him how much he means to her. To let him know how much he gets a kiss on his soft, velvety nose. 45.99

Yoga & Riding DVD

The first DVD of the Yoga & Riding series combines elements of yoga and riding horses into a program that improves seat and balance for riders of any age, level of experience or discipline. 29.95

Questions or comments?  Need some more tips?  No matter what it is, Mary’s is ready to help you out.  Our savvy buyers love doling out advice on their very favorite topics, so leave us a note in the comments or give us a call at 1.800.551.6279.  We can’t wait to hear from you!

Our main focus is Charles Owen helmets and tall boots, and here’s why:

Charles Owen makes a great line of helmets. They are also very protective of their name and pricing structure. So they only allow stores to discount the Charles Owen helmets one time each year, in January. So this is the only time we can pass along the best discount  to our customers – 20%! We have a good supply of helmets in stock, and if you need a size we don’t have, you can have it ordered for you at the discounted price.

To kick off this great event, today, Friday, January 11, Diana from Charles Owen will be in the Del Mar store to assist with helmet fitting while sharing custom options available for Charles Owen helmets.  And don’t forget: you can get yours for 20% off!

We also discount tall boots during this sale as riders are starting to think of the upcoming 2013 show season. We do exclude Veredus and Cavallo, but our other in-stock boots have great pricing and our sales associates are well trained to get you the proper fit without the distraction and excitement of our annual tent sale.

And since we just can’t seem to have a sale on only two departments (we get a little excited about good deals!), this year we’ve also added 25% off wool Grand Prix hunt coats, and 20% off English bridles (see exclusions below).
The sale runs from January 11 thru January 27, and is well worth coming in to the store, shopping our site, or giving us a call toll free at 800.551.6279. Hope to see you soon.

The fine print:
*Discounts on tall boots EXCLUDES Cavallo, Veredus, and custom or semi custom boots. Look for coupon code online at checkout for boots. Discounts on hunt coats excludes soft shell jackets. Discounts on English bridles EXCLUDES Passier. May not be applied to previous purchase, may not be combined with other specials or offers. This is a close-out sale – limited to stock on hand and subject to previous sale. Additional exclusions may apply, pricing subject to change without notice. Expires 1/27/2013.

The iSpy camera system was originally developed to be used as a safety monitor while trailering horses, allowing the driver to keep an eye on the inside of the trailer during the ride. But horse owners quickly realized that by slapping it on the back of their truck, it became a great rear-view camera they could use when hitching up the trailer!  You can also use the iSpy Horse Cam to keep an eye on horses tied at the trailer, inside their stalls, to monitor mares read to foal and even for turnout. Maybe you need to leep an eye on kids or dogs?  With a viewing distance of 300 feet, the possibilities are endless!

The very best thing about the iSpy Horse Cam is how easy it is to use – just take it out of the box, charge it, turn it on, stick the camera to something metal (it’s magnetic!), and you’re good to go. You don’t have to know anything about electronics, and there’s nothing to install – it’s one of those, “anyone can do it” products.  Plus it’s waterproof, so you don’t have to worry about weather and has night vision, so you don’t have to worry about dark!

For your peace of mind and the safety of everyone on your farm, pick up the iSpy Horse Cam today and start the the new year right!

Questions or comments?  Need some more tips?  No matter what it is, Mary’s is ready to help you out.  Our savvy buyers love doling out advice on their very favorite topics, so leave us a note in the comments or give us a call at 1.800.551.6279.  We can’t wait to hear from you!

There are just…wait for it…SIX days until Christmas.  Six!  That’s less than a week, friends.

But wait!  Before you reach for that paper bag to start breathing into, Mary’s has got you covered.  We’ve done the leg work you and picked out 12 great gifts- all of them in stock and all of them priced under $50.

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This leather halter from Perri’s is a staff and customer favorite.  Featuring a one buckle crown, an adjustable chin, and snap at throat, this halter is great for turnout or as an everyday around-the-barn halter.  Plus, it’s Amish-made in the USA, so you will love the quality.  Priced at just $49.99, this is the perfect gift for any horse-lover on your list.

Perri’s leather halter, $49.99

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Here’s another perfect gift for barn friends, trainers, horse show prizes or other special occasions. This Horseshoe Picture Frame looks great in any decor, especially the horse lover’s home!  And with a price of just $12.99, your wallet will be happy too.

Horseshoe Picture Frame

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It’s a proven fact- a tack room can never have enough brushes in it!  Whether this is their first year riding or they’ve loved horses longer than they can remember, your friends and family will love this complete grooming kit from Oster.

Oster complete grooming kit

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With the great look of leather but the easy-maintenance of a synthetic, these Tekna open front boots and matching hind ankle boots are sure to put a smile on your horse lover’s face.  Available in two great color and size options, these will look great under your tree.

Tekna Open Front Boots

Tekna Hind Ankle Boots

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Do you know someone who’s getting their first pair of tall-boots this year?  Surprise them with this durable boot bag by Centaur so they can keep their new kicks looking show-ready!

Centaur Boot Bag

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Speaking of boots being show-ready: for the rider that has it all, try the Show Ring Shine Boot Care Kit from top dressage competitor Shannon Peters.  Designed to bring boots to a brilliant shine in 6 easy steps, the Show Ring Shine Boot Care Kit has everything you need inside to get the job done right!

Show Ring Shine Boot Care Kit

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And while you’ve got shine on your mind, pick up the EQyss Micro-Tek Shampoo and Spray 2-pack, proven to promote healthy skin and coat!

EQyss Micro-Teck 2 Pack

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If you know someone who’d like a little horsey love to soothe away those aches and pains, be sure to grab the adorable Horse Gel Pad by Relaxus. The plush horse is microwaveable and offers up to 40 minutes of soothing warmth.  Or chill the pack for when an ice pack is needed!

Plush Horse Hot/Cold Pack

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Or how a bout a gift they can use every day? A rider simply can never have enough pairs of the Chester glove by Roeckl, our #1 best-selling glove year after year.  Available in five great colors, get a pair of these for every person on your list and be done with your shopping for the season!

Roeckl Chester Gloves

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For a home that reflects an equestrian spirit, take a look at the Vintage Horse Head Tray.  Constructed of solid cast iron and formed in a simple horse silhouette. Handmade & Hand painted by artisans, this beautiful yet functional decorative accent piece will add the perfect finishing touch to any home or office decor. A thoughtful gift for horse trainer, vet, barn friends or even for yourself!

Vintage Horse Head Tray

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And finally, don’t forget about your other four-legged friends!  The Merrick Small Breed Dog Food Holiday Pack is a great gift for your own pup or as a treat for the parent of a small or toy dog.  Smiles and wags all around!

Merrick Small Breed Gift Pack

Questions or comments?  Need some size or color tips so you can become a pro horsey gift giver?  No matter what it is, Mary’s is ready to help you out.  Our savvy buyers love doling out advice on their very favorite topics, so leave us a note in the comments or give us a call at 1.800.551.6279.  We can’t wait to hear from you!

Happy shopping!