When shopping for your Holiday Season, take advantage

When shopping for your Holiday Season, take advantage of the exceptional customer
service offered by these Rocky Mountain Rider advertisers. These businesses offer gifts
of lasting value — from the practical to the beautiful — which will bring smiles to your
loved ones’ faces on Christmas morn!
Make a
Statement
in Classic
Westernwear
The Miller Ranch
Collection is for those Western
men and women who have
set the highest standards for
themselves and understand the
importance of buying the best.
Miller Ranch shirts, vests and
coats are truly well-made, and
designed for comfort on and off
the ranch.
Shown is the men’s Brown
Plaid Wool Vest over a khaki
100% fine Wool Shirt, in small
to XXLarge.
Available at Four Corners Saddlery. Bozeman, MT. 406-5877503. Visit their Business Profile at rockymountainrider.com.
Lightweight
Working
Wade Stock
Saddle
Master saddlemaker Steve
Stefely designed this custom
saddle to fit a working cowboy
(and his horse) who wanted
a lightweight saddle tough
enough for everyday ranch work.
Bullhide-covered tree, 9-inch
fork and 4-inch post horn. Plate
rigging, flank cinch, crupper dee,
and lined in prime bark-tanned
woolhide. Inlaid, truly-custom
padded seat formed to the rider
for extra comfort where needed. Only 26 pounds
(without stirrups).
Bison Saddlery. Helena, MT.
406-449-7231. www.bisonsaddlery.com.
Your Horse Will
Lean on This
Instead of on You!
The Hoofjack Stand and Cradle
is extremely tough, safe and handy.
Micro-adjusts to any height. Perfect
for horse owner, veterinarian or
professional farrier
for trimming, shoeing,
treatment and daily hoof
care while the horse
remains comfortable and
relaxed. Magnets keep
tools at hand. Reduces
strain on back and knees.
$180.
Montana Farrier Supply. Livingston, MT.
406-222-1155. www.montanafarriersupply.com.
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Declare Your Devotion
Jaco Brands’ “Devotion – It’s How You Win,” series of belts,
headstalls and breast collars shows your unique taste in highquality leather personally burnt and hand-dyed by craftsmen in the
USA. An authentic Western look paired with modern eye-catching
style.
The Devotion line is by designer David Key, and has vintage copper
buckles and conchos.
Mountain West Coop – Cenex. Missoula, MT.
406-543-8383. www.cenexmontana.com.
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Comfort with a Smile!
Lazy One Flapjacks unisex “onesies” will bring
a smile to the whole family, whether worn as
cozy sleepwear, lounging around the fire with a good book, or as
warm underwear on the slopes! In addition to the traditional red
“Bear Bottom” version, try the pink “Moose Caboose” trap-door
version. Made from 100% cotton in a soft ribbed knit in sizes from
infant to XL.
Ford’s – A Family-Owned Store since 1947.
Hamilton, MT. 406-363-2251.
Rifle
Scabbards
made
“In the
Tradition
of the
Past”
Master craftsmen Wade Miller and his son Richard, of Ennis,
Montana, craft scabbards with old-fashioned quality. They are made
from top grade leather, in a choice of colors and can be customized
to any rifle. Wade has more than 30 years’ experience producing the
highest-quality custom saddles, tack, chaps, sheaths, holsters and
scabbards — all at a reasonable price.
Madison Saddlery. Ennis, MT. 406-682-7134. www.madisonsaddlery.com.
Remarkable Knives!
The Rada Cutlery Colossal Oak Block Set is every cook’s
dream gift. Handmade and hand-sharpened to a razor-sharp
edge, these surgical stainless steel knives will last a lifetime. Set
includes the French Chef, Old-Fashioned Butcher, Slicer, Carving
Fork, Utility/Steak, Super Parer, Vegetable Peeler and the Regular
Paring knives – all in a handsome oak butcher block holder to keep
them handy and their edges safe.
Southwestern Wyoming Wool Warehouse. Rock
Springs, WY. 307-362-3022. See their business profile at
rockymountainrider.com.
Round Barrels
in Style!
The quality, handcrafted
Frontier Futurity Barrel Saddle
has a unique fit that makes it the
perfect saddle to help you and your
horse round those barrels even
faster—and at a very reasonable
price!
Rough-out seat and fenders
keeps a rider secure while
beautifully carved tooling and
conchos personalize style.
Customizable. Tree guaranteed for
five years. Expert saddle fitting also
available.
Available at Will Rogers Saddle Company. Mead, WA.
509-466-0106. www.willrogerssaddle.com.
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Kenetrek Hardscrabble LT
Hiking Boots are Tough As Nails!
Classic good looks in a solid mountain boot. Thick 2.8 mm full
grain leather uppers with heavily-padded collars provide support
with exceptional comfort. High-traction
K-Tallon outsoles prevent slipping in
rough terrain. Waterproof, breathable
Windtex membrane keeps your feet dry.
Made in Italy.
Browse Kenetrek’s website
to to see their full line of
boots, pacs, socks and
other outdoor apparel and
equipment.
Kenetrek Boots.
Bozeman, MT.
855-585-3040.
www.kenetrek.com.
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Easy,
Safe and
Economical
Large Bale
Feeder
The Big Bale Buddy
round bale feeder keeps
expensive hay clean as
it is eaten with a longlasting, UV-protected, heavy-duty woven polyester cover. The feeder is
lightweight and easy to use, and quickly pays for itself in as little as six
uses.
Developed to withstand harsh Canadian winters, it has a one-year
replacement warranty. Big Bale Buddy comes in three sizes to fit small
to extra large round bales.
Buddy Incorporated. Ontario, CAN. 866-389-9952.
bigbalebuddy.com.
The “Cattle
Queen” Hat
This elegant hat with a fourinch brim is always in style — in the
arena or on the ranch. Choose your
color and quality — from genuine fur
felt to 100% beaver fur felt.
Call for your free conformer kit
for a perfect fit. Every hat is made one
at a time, with no short cuts. Custom
handcrafted by master hatter Roy
Jackson. Satisfaction guaranteed.
Jaxonbilt Hat Company.
Salmon, ID. 208-756-6444.
www.jaxonbilthats.com.
Solve & Prevent Hoof Care Problems
The latest book and companion audio CDs from Doug Butler Enterprises offer the horseperson
a new, interactive way to learn. Detailed graphs, charts and scanable QR codes take readers to
video demonstrations — just as if you are in a classroom!
Learn about beginning to experienced farrier work and understand the principles of soundness,
lameness prevention and humane foot care.
Doug Butler Enterprises. Chadron, NE. 800-728-3826.
www.essentialhorseshoeingbook.com.
In the
Vaquero
Tradition…
Frannie Tack Shop offers
everything you need to put
together a classic hackamore
— beautiful, traditional handplaited rawhide bosals with
rawhide cores, from 8-plait to
60-plait; and soft mecate reins
made from horse mane hair,
mohair (goat) or yak hair.
Frannie Tack experts can
help you fit your hackamore to your horse. They also carry a full line of
saddles from many makers, saddle pads, tack and helmets, and repair
saddles and tack.
Frannie Tack Shop. Frannie, WY. 800-552-8836.
www.frannietack.com.
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Custom Wade
Saddle
This J. Stead Saddle
Company custom Wade
saddle is an example of the
extraordinarily handsome,
comfortable, affordable and
long-lasting saddles that
can be made in as little as
six weeks! Two-tone leather
saddle has pre-turned stirrup
leathers, hand tooling, 7/8
flat plate brass rigging, 3x3
post horn, inlay tiger-stripe
stingray seat with padding,
and a braided rawhide hobble
ring (with braided rawhide
hobbles) – all for only $2,200.
J. Stead Saddle Company. Greenville, TX. 903-217-8974.
www.ranchsaddle.com.
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Gentle
SOA Soap
Provides Itch
Relief
Therapeutic SOA +
Itch-Be-Gone Bar Soap
from America’s Acres
helps stop the itching cycle
associated with insect bites,
allergies, skin disorders and
minor skin irritations. Treats sweet itch, hot spots, psoriasis, mange,
acne, ringworm and more with deep cleaning. Soothes, draws and
softens even sensitive skin with olive oil and aloe vera for a quick
recovery. Available for both animals and people.
Find veterinary and people products at:
America’s Acres Animal Health Products. 888-250-5151.
www.vetsafetyproducts.com or
www.aaihealthproducts.com.
Cut Hay Cost in Half!
Save hay and your time with a safe, weather-protected hay
feeder that accommodates up to the largest round bale size. Robust
polyethylene in forest green or black. Eight big horse-safe windows
help reduce feeder bickering. No tractor needed, easily assembled.
You can even use a half Hay Hut against a wall. 1 year warranty.
Hay Hut – Glacier Horse. Kalispell, MT. 406-253-2343.
www.glacierhorse.com.
Make a Statement!
The Ken McNabb Signature Spur by Professionals Choice makes a statement with its 10-point rowel,
rustic good looks, a solid feel, and just enough shine. Available in youth, ladies’ and mens’ sizes. It is the perfect
gift for the cowgirl or cowboy on your list.
Ken McNabb Horsemanship, LLC. 307-645-3149. Douglas, WY.
www.kenmcnabb.com.
The
Real
McCall
Dry Fork Tack is
where the great McCall
Saddle was born! One
of their bestsellers is the
Lady Wade/Wade Lite,
for riders looking for an
extremely comfortable
lighter saddle with a
narrower seat. Standard
in-skirt Hamley plate
rigging, plus stout
enough to drag calves
and do a full-day’s work.
Regular (narrow), QH and FQH widths amd tooling available.
Made by Dry Fork Tack. Vernal, UT. 435-789-3900.
www.dryforksaddle.com.
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Personalized
Leather Gifts!
Outfitters Pack
Station crafts a selection
of high-quality leather
goods that may be
personalized with an
owner’s or an equine’s
name. Leather gift ideas
that can have names
carved into them include
breast collars (harness
leather, lined with chap leather), gun shell carriers, whiskey flask
holders, gun holsters, leather coasters, place mats, saddle and horn bags,
and halters.
Outfitters Pack Station. Weiser, ID. 800-657-2644.
www.outfitterspackstation.com.
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No More
Dull
Nippers!
Flashy
Equine
Fashion
Colorful mane and
tail extensions for your
horse — get one color or
a combination of colors,
including pink, and
hunter’s orange. “Feather”
look or natural. Easy to
use, “stay put” clip, trim
to any length, reuse again
and again. Only $5.50 each (buy 10, get one free!).
New this year—light-up fiber optic hair extensions in red or green
for a little brilliance in night-time events. Easy ordering on our website.
Colorful Manes & Tails. Corvallis, MT. 406-961-4572.
www.colorfulmanesandtails.com.
Trimming horses is
a big job and this singleaction, 100% stainless
steel, Farrier’s model
hoof nipper, will keep a
professional at the top
of the game with replaceable stainless steel blades
(making this nipper a one-time purchase) and an
adjustable stop that allows for precise repositioning of the cutting
edges as they wear.
Find Bud’s Farrier’s Model Nipper, replacement blades, and
the compound-leverage, standard and heavy duty-Bud’s Nippers,
at:
Bud’s Horseshoeing Equipment, Inc. Blackfoot, ID. 208782-0921. www.budnippers.com.
Protect Your Horse’s Back!
The 5-Star high-density, 100% Wool Contoured Saddle Pad is specially designed to fit your
horse’s or mule’s back. Unique, 2-piece conforming construction eliminates spinal pressure and
improves saddle fit — with 20% less cinching needed. Greater wicking ability eliminates heat
build-up. Wear leathers on sides and top line. Available in many thicknesses, colors and disclipine
styles.
Bozeman Saddle Outlet. Bozeman, MT. 406-586-8225.
www.bozemansaddleoutlet.com.
Work Hard, Stay
Wear
Warm, Look
“Free
Great!
Spirit”
Custom windproof and waterproof
oilcloth dusters with a unique look for
Jewelry
men and women. These fleece-lined
& Enjoy
dusters (short or long) are great for any
Good
Fortune!
The artisan-crafted spur rowel and lucky horseshoe “Free
Spirit” pendant necklace and matching earrings — from designer
Kerstin Stock — is available in six Swarovsky crystal colors.
Non-tarnishing, hypo-allergenic silver alloy. Chain length can be
adjusted from 16 to 18 inches long.
Perfect for horse lovers of all ages — family, riding teachers,
riding buddies and barn friends. Browse Wyo Style’s website for
many more styles of English, Western and horse-related jewelry.
Wyo Style. Denver, CO. 877-996-3624.
www.wyostyle.com.
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outdoor enthusiast. They are perfect
for horseback riding, hunting, chores,
and more. Vests are cozy on the inside
and hold their own against the weather.
Choose your favorite colors and details
for a personal look. Also kids’ custom
vests with your favorite equine event
or logo embroidered on the back.
Handmade in the USA by working
Idaho rancher Tiffany Hillman.
Hillman Saddle Shop/Western
Necessities. Hamer, ID. 208-317-7705 or 208-662-5714. Visit their
Business Profile at rockymountainrider.com.
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