Straight from the F Bar

Barn Notes, Gear Picks, and Real Use Stories

This is where we put the practical stuff in plain language. Barn setup, daily routines, what we are testing, and what actually holds up when you use it every day. If you are building a new setup or upgrading what you have, start here and work outward.

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Featured reads

A few good starting points if you are new here.

When the Building Didn’t Hold, We Did

A real update from the barn and what we learned the hard way.

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How to Store a Cowboy Hat and Rope

Simple storage rules that keep your gear looking right and ready to grab.

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KD 231 Hat Box Carry On

What fits, how it travels, and why this size works for real trips.

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Flat back bucket versus round bucket for horse barn use

Flat Back Bucket vs Round Bucket: Which One Should You Use?

By Kenneth Fomby
Flat back buckets and round buckets both belong in a...
5 min read
AEO
Horse bucket size chart for feed water and barn chores

Horse Bucket Size Chart: What Size Bucket Does Your Barn Need?

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical horse bucket size chart covering 8 qt, 18...
8 min read
AEO
Small horse barn feeding setup with buckets feeders and tools

Small Barn Feeding Setup: Buckets, Feeders, and Cleanup Tools

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical guide to building a cleaner small barn feeding...
5 min read
AEO
Horse wash rack setup with practical grooming upgrades

Wash Rack Setup for Horses: 7 Practical Upgrades That Make Grooming Easier

By Kenneth Fomby
Seven practical wash rack upgrades that make horse grooming, bathing,...
6 min read
AEO
Horse stall setup essentials with buckets feeders and tools

Horse Stall Setup Essentials: Buckets, Feeders, and Tools That Make Barn Work Easier

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical guide to building a cleaner, more efficient stall...
6 min read
AEO
Seven signs it is time to replace a horse bucket

When to Replace a Horse Bucket | 7 Signs It Is Time

By Kenneth Fomby
A practical guide to the signs that a bucket is...
5 min read
AEO
Horse water bucket height and stall placement guide

How High Should a Horse Water Bucket Hang? Stall Placement, Safety, and Flat Back Bucket Tips

By Kenneth Fomby
A simple guide to safer water bucket placement, including height,...
6 min read
AEO
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FAQ

Quick answers.

What is Straight from the F Bar?

It is our blog for barn routines, gear notes, and real use stories from the K and D Equestrian world.

Where should I start if I am new here?

Start with the Featured Reads block, then browse by topic using the tag pills.

Do you post product announcements here?

Sometimes. When we do, we keep it practical and tied to real use cases.

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