WESTERN COWBOY BRANDS - Filed under 'Gear'

The Packable Pentax Optio W90 Digital Camera

It has been said that the best camera is the one you have on your person whenever the perfect picture comes into view. Western Cowboy Brands thinks that the design team at Pentax was thinking these exact words when they developed the rugged, easy-to-carry, compact Optio W90 digital camera. This little point-and-shoot beauty is waterproof up to 20 feet, snaps a 12.1 megapixel image, records 720p HD video, and brings the action in close with a 5X wide angle zoom lense. The onboard LED flash provides plenty of light, and the large 2.7" LCD viewer makes it easy to see what you’re shooting - even through goggles. Included with the camera is a handy carabiner and strap, so you can hang your Optio W90 off a belt loop or pommel bag for quick draw shooting.

$273 | Buy

Filed under // Cameras Gear

Go Equicaching with The Garmin 60CSx GPS

Geocaching is an outdoor activity that involves the use of a GPS (Global Positioning System) receiver to hide and locate containers, also called geocaches, holding a logbook and miscellaneous trinkets inside. For a couple of years now, doing this kind of treasure hunting on horseback has been called Equicaching. For riders with an interest in joining in on the fun, head on over to geocaching.com to obtain treasure coordinates, and pickup one of these top rated Garmin GPS 60CSx handheld receivers to guide you on your adventure. The Garmin 60CSx rates 4.5 out of 5 stars by over 7 thousand reviewers on geocaching.com. Onboard features include built-in basemap with automatic routing functions, off-route recalculation, turn-by-turn directions, barometric altimeter, electronic compass, 160 x 240 pixel color display, SD card slot, hardened waterproof body, and 18 hours of battery life on two AA batteries.

$290 | Buy

Filed under // Electronics Gear

Pocket HD Video with The Kodak PlaySport

If you’ve ever been on a trail ride and wished you had some video footage of that breathtaking waterfall, or hairy ape-like creature moving across the open ravine, the Kodak PlaySport will bring home your memories in high definition color. This waterproof pocket shooter records video in 1080p, and 720p resolutions, as well as 5 megapixel stills. Sporting a 2" LCD screen, you’ll have no trouble framing video or photo compositions. Share your videos with ease on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter. The built-in software and companion USB cable make editing, uploading, and sending e-mails simple. Available in blue, black, and purple, the PlaySport is as stylish as it is rugged.

$149 | Buy

Filed under // Cameras Gear

Control Those Pesky Horse Flies with 100% Natural Fly Predators

Fly predators are natural enemies of the common pest fly. Looking a little like tiny ants with wings, fly predators love to attack and kill pest fly larva before they get a chance to mature. For horse folk with fly control problems, Spalding Labs has raised up an army of fly predators that can be shipped direct-to-consumer for do-it-yourself pest management. Shipped in the pupal (cocoon) stage, fly predators will start to emerge in the shipping package 2-7 days after arrival in summer (later when cooler). After emergence starts, just sprinkle the fly predators near all areas where there is, or was, fresh manure (or other rotting organic matter). As soon as these little beauties hit the ground they’ll be on the job looking for pest fly larva. Fly predators can also be effective around spoiled hay, feed, round bale feeders, and grass clippings. For all-natural protection against the common pest fly, try a bag of fly predators. Shipped in quantities sufficient to protect up to 25 horses. Monthly application in summer.

$18 to $50 | Buy

Filed under // Gear Stable

The Katadyn Expedition H2O Water Filter

These days, you can never be too concerned about the quality of drinking water in the back country. A fun trail ride experience can come to an abrupt end if someone gets sick off the water. That’s why it’s always a good idea to bring along a water filter system that’s big enough to handle the needs of your entire trail riding group. For large capacity jobs, there’s the Katydyn Expedition H2O Water Filter system. Used by NATO troops, relief organizations, and expedition outfitters, the Katadyn Expedition uses a silver impregnated ceramic element to eliminate nasties down to 0.2 microns. Output is 1 gallon per minute, and the ceramic filter is designed to last up to 26,000 gallons. The durable stainless steel construction of the Katadyn Expedition renders it virtually indestructible in the roughest conditions. Weighing in at 11.5 lbs, Western Cowboy Brands recommends you get a Sherpa guide or your favorite pack animal to carry the load.

$1,200 | Buy

Filed under // Camping Gear

Saddle of The Week: The Ryon’s Top Ten Roper

This gorgeous Ryon’s Top Ten Roper saddle from Luskey’s/Ryon's dispels the myth that championship steer roping saddles only come in plain vanilla. Shown fully tooled with a multi-flower pattern, sterling silver conchos, and Cheyenne roll (other patterns & styles available), this saddle comes with a lifetime warranty on the saddle tree and free once-a-year cleanings. Ryon’s custom handmade saddles have a winning record of World Championships, and the makers are all experienced horseman. Only the finest American tanned leather, stainless steel hardware, and hand-tooled design goes into each and every Ryon’s saddle.

$6,500 | Buy

Filed under // Gear Saddles

The Gerber Stockman CLS Pocket Knife

This handsome 2-Blade Stockman CLS by Gerber features a locking main blade and a 1.875" polished second blade. Handles are genuine stag horn complimented by filigree etched bolsters. Gerber’s lifetime warranty combined with the company’s legendary obsession with quality makes this the perfect blade for gentleman cowboys.

$26 | Buy

Filed under // Cutlery Gear

Beautiful Sound Hole Covers for Your Guitar

Lute Hole sound covers take their inspiration from the namesake instrument that preceded the modern guitar. Prior to the advent of mass production, lute craftsman often decorated the sound hole of their instruments with beautiful rose carvings. Recognizing that cutting big empty holes were a heck of a lot easier to manufacture than intricately carved ones, modern instrument manufacturers quickly let the practice of sound hole carving go by the wayside. For musicians without sound amplification, the bigger hole did make small bodied instruments louder, but it did nothing for the sound quality of the instrument. Things were more or less fine until modern amplifiers came on the scene. Now musicians had to be concerned with feedback control without deadening the soundboard. Enter the Lute Hole. A modern twist on an old tradition. The intricate pattern of a Lute Hole cover moderates the sound without suppressing the instrument’s natural voice and airflow. Perfect for amplification. Available in maple and walnut.

$30 | Buy

Filed under // Gear Musical Instruments

Horsehair Athletic Shoes by Nike & Maharam

Just when we think there’s nothing more to be written about the utility of horsehair, somebody proves us wrong with a dazzling new product line. This past December, Nike and New York based Maharam Textiles unveiled a collaborative line of limited edition horsehair fabric athletic shoes, in two of Nike’s best known silhouettes - the Nike Blazer and Oregon Waffle. Complimenting Maharam’s classic weave patterns are black calfskin accents including the Nike swoosh. This synthesis of traditional materials and cutting edge design introduces sustainability into the manufacturing equation. Horsehair is a definitely a renewable resource.

Limited Edition | Details

Filed under // Gear Sports Style

Do You Own The #1 Selling Lady’s Saddle?

The Fabtron Lady Flex Tree Trail Saddle has been the number one selling saddle at horsesaddleshop.com for 3 years running. The combination of rugged leather/cordura construction, slightly narrowed seat, high cantle for spinal support, and lightweight injection molded flex tree makes this saddle a perfect fit for female riders. Anyone buying this saddle from horsesaddleshop.com will also receive a leather breast collar, leather browband headstall, and leather split reins bonus package for no additional charge.

$670 | Buy

Filed under // Gear Saddles Tack

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