The 2025 season delivered defining moments that will be remembered across the western performance horse industry for years to come. From historic sales and headline-making wins to emotional stories that unfolded inside the show pen, the year showcased the power, progress, and passion behind the sport. Throughout it all, Horse & Rider was on the ground capturing the performances, people, and horses that made 2025 one for the record books.
In 2025, Horse & Rider delivered comprehensive coverage across every platform, releasing 17 episodes of The Ride Podcast, reporting from more than 20 NRHA, AQHA, NCHA, NRCHA, and Cinch RSNC events, and filming countless hours of Horse & Rider OnDemand content in partnership with Ride TV.
The team also produced five issues of Horse & Rider Magazine, exploring topics from equine health and training to trail riding and lifestyle features, while connecting with readers through more than 50 emailed newsletters covering a wide range of industry news, education, and inspiration.
2025 Chart Toppers
- Top Articles
- Top Podcast Episodes
- 1️⃣ Ep. 113 The Release of our Ranch Riding Masterclass with Bud Lyon
- 2️⃣ Ep. 114 Kaci O’Rourke on Becoming the First Woman to Win the NRHA
- 3️⃣ Ep. 122 Steve Meadows and the Evolution of Ranch Horse Events
- 4️⃣ Ep. 123 NRCHA’s Million Dollar Non Pro Debbie Crafton
- 5️⃣ Ep. 115 Devin Warren and His Approach to Reining
- Top Horse & Rider OnDemand Videos
Top Articles
1️⃣ Arnaud Girinon Makes History at The Run For A Million
2️⃣ Lumps and bumps on horses: When to call the vet
3️⃣ Remembering Bob Avila
4️⃣ Taylor Roeder and Custom Nite Win Congress Freestyle Reining
5️⃣ What to Do When A Horse Has Nasal Discharge
Top Podcast Episodes
1️⃣ Ep. 113 The Release of our Ranch Riding Masterclass with Bud Lyon
2️⃣ Ep. 114 Kaci O’Rourke on Becoming the First Woman to Win the NRHA
3️⃣ Ep. 122 Steve Meadows and the Evolution of Ranch Horse Events
4️⃣ Ep. 123 NRCHA’s Million Dollar Non Pro Debbie Crafton
5️⃣ Ep. 115 Devin Warren and His Approach to Reining
Top Horse & Rider OnDemand Videos
1️⃣ Ranch Sorting Drills Without Cattle
2️⃣ Ranch Riding Fundamentals: The Foundation
3️⃣ Breaking Down the Box Drive Box Class
Watch all these and more on Ride TV
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