Rod’s Goes English – Columbus, Ohio Horse Shows

This summer visit the Rod’s booth at English riding events throughout Ohio. You’ll be able to shop a large selection of English riding apparel and equipment perfect for all major English riding events. See our below schedule of English events we’ll be attending!

If you’re close to Columbus, Oh visit the Rod’s Tack Barn and shop all your English and Western horse show needs.

English Events

Hunter/Jumper Summer Series I at Majestic Farms in Batavia OH June 15^th& 16^th

USEF/USDF Mid-Ohio Classic Dressage Show at Delaware Fairgrounds in Delaware, OH July 12^th-14^th

USEF/USDF Hotter Than Blue Blazes I & II Dressage Show with USDFBC Qualifier at Majestic Farm in Batavia, OH August 9^th-11^th

Slip Into a Fun, Vibrant Summer Outfit!

You’ll be as pretty as a peacock when you slip on this outfit!

NEW Intensity Dublin Boots

Dublin English boots combine comfort, quality, and great prices to create a riding boot that will benefit every rider. Dublin boots feature their NEW Intensity Footbed which is designed to be lightweight and comfortable. The outsole is made with a strong rubber and provides support to help keep the foot from rolling. The internal construction of the foot bed features layers which contain an ABS shank, padded heel cushion and stability foam. The internal and outsole construction create maximum comfort for the rider who stays in their boots all day!

Try a new pair of Dublin boots today

Mark Your Calendars – Rod’s Round Pen Event

Visit Rod’s Tack Barn for another great Round Pen event! On Saturday, June 1^st come out and hear a saddle fitting seminar presented by Bob Schneider and Becky Reaume at high noon. The seminar is sure to help every rider get the best saddle fit for both you and your horse. Following the seminar, get fitted for a new saddle – it’s free! Saddle fitters will be available at the Tack Barn all day.

NEW Grace in L.A. Western Jeans

Cutting edge style, premium denim and a great fit make up the new line of Grace in L.A. women’s western jeans at Rods.com. You’ll love the back pocket designs and stitching detail, not to mention the price of these great jeans! Each style is sure to pair perfectly with the fashion-forward western tops available for summer! Check out the new summer Grace in L.A. fashion jeans today.

Straw Hat Season is Here Again!

Straw Hat Season is Here Again!

Now is the time to put away your felt hats and trade them in for a straw hat. Straw hats are very beneficial during summer as they are lightweight, breathable and of course – fashionable! With so many different straw hats to choice from, Rod’s has put together a guide to help you choose.

Palm Leaf Hats – Palm leaf hats are a great choice for working the farm, tending the horses or just spending your day outdoors. It is a thicker straw hat that will protect you from the elements. Palm leaf hats are water resistant and also SPF proof.

Bangora Straw – Bangora hats are very versatile hats. They are a fashionable hat with many different weaves and varying styles to choose from. The material is tightly woven to protect you from the sun. However, they do not repel water; they are made of rolled paper.

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The Importance of Coggins Testing and Vaccines!

With fly season just around the corner, it’s time to make sure your horse is armored against infectious diseases that are transferred by flies and other insects. One of the diseases to vaccinate for at this time of year is Equine Infectious Anemia otherwise known as “swamp fever.” EIA is transmitted by bloodsucking insects such as horseflies. Symptoms include fever, weight loss, marked anemia, jaundice, weakness, and swelling. Due to the severity of the disease – and that there is no real treatment – you may be required to obtain a Coggins test before showing your horse, selling your horse, or boarding him at a barn.

 

Rod’s and The Ohio State University Galbreath Equine Center are teaming up to make vaccinating and testing your horse hassle free! Stop by Rod’s Tack Barn on Saturday, April 27^th from 10am – 4pm for our drive-through vaccine clinic and Coggins testing. All vaccines and tests will include: administration of the vaccine by a veterinarian, collection and processing of the blood test, and paperwork from the Coggins test.