saddles

DG Saddlery Third Annual Team Roping

Posted by Don Gonzales

Mark you calendars for the third annual DGSaddlery team roping which will be held in Caldwell, TX August the 6. The last two years of this roping have been a great success and we hope that rid year will be no different.

As the day comes closer we will post more info about the roping here. As usual, the high money winner of the day will receive a certificate for a custom DG saddle. Cory Hendricks and Jimbo Daniels are our previous winners and we thank both of them for roping and hope their saddles are treating them well. Along with the saddle, we give away other prizes and gifts to show our appreciation for our customers and give thanks for their support.

Don’t miss this event! If you have any questions please contact the saddle shop at 979-775-6300 or email Jodi (jodi@dgsaddlery.com) and visit our website DGSaddlery.

Big Loop Big Money

Posted by Don Gonzales

This weekend is the Big Loop roping in Bryan, TX at the expo center. We have been on the road for two weeks straight and now we will set up our booth here at home in Bryan. For all the ropers who are coming to the roping good luck and be sure and come by the booth for some great deals and see some of our new stuff. And for the ropers trying to decide where to go this weekend, the Big Loop is your best option… Don’t miss it come out and rope at one the best ropings available today.

Hope to see you there!

Dry spots!!!

Posted by Don Gonzales

We have all seen the dreaded dry spot on a horse at one time or another. Some folks pay little attention to them and some folks loose their minds when they find one. As with most things in life we have to approach the situation with a calm open mind.

Though most of the time it is not the end of the world, it is something that we should watch and try to fix. A dry spot is caused by increased pressure in that area and this prevents sweating in the area. This increased pressure can cause soreness and sometimes cause the hair to turn white. Continue reading →

When to replace stirrup leathers

Posted by Don Gonzales

“if it ain’t broke don’t fix it”. This seems to be the thought with most people when it comes to their saddles, but this idea could lead to having to fix some body part when it comes to stirrup leathers. Some get lucky and the stirrup leather will brake right as you put your weight in the stirrup getting on or off your horse. Unless your riding a colt, this is usually in eventful. Other unfortunate souls will be leaned out over a steer or yearling about to take that perfect shot when… Here comes the ground. Ouch!

Take a second to check your leathers every so often. Look for heavy corrosion of the Blevins buckle, this can lead to the actual buckle braking. Look at the holes, are they stretched out or have cracking around the hole. Also, try to fold the leather in a couple spots. If you see the leather crack at the fold then it is probably time for a new pair.

When you decide that you need new stirrup leathers, or after the accident, replace both sides and DO NOT patch them. Patching stirrup leathers may be cheaper, but you are only buying time till… Here comes the ground! Ouch!

Loaded and ready!!!

Posted by Don Gonzales

After tons of preparation, stacks of leather, and elbow grease…. We are loaded and leaving for Clovis, NM for the All Around Ranch Rodeo Challenge. Our booth is bigger than ever and packed full of some of the best new and used saddles that we have to offer.

After a ten hour drive and lots of coffee we will rest up and awaken refreshed and ready to begin construction on the DG Saddlery booth. When the double mugging begins Thursday afternoon we will be in the booth and ready to begin a four day trade show with some of the best ranch rodeo cowboys in the world and their family and friends.

Come by the booth and have a seat.