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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Pan Feeder Guide for Daily Horse Feeding

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D pan feeder guide covering lower feeding, soaked...
2 min read
AEO
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Corner Feeder Guide for Horse Stalls

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D corner feeder guide covering stall fit, feed...
2 min read
AEO
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Horse Feed Tub Buying Guide for Barns

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D feed tub buying guide covering when tubs...
2 min read
AEO
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Feed Room Organization Guide for Horse Barns

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D feed room organization guide focused on assigned...
2 min read
AEO
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Accessory Case Guide for Horse Show Small Gear

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D horse show accessory case guide covering gloves,...
2 min read
AEO
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English Hat Case Guide for Show Riders

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D English hat and helmet case guide covering...
2 min read
AEO
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Rope Can Buying Guide for Ropers

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D rope can buying guide covering capacity, rope...
2 min read
AEO
K&D low-profile stackable KD-231 western hat box for hats with brims up to 5 inches

Best Western Hat Box: Low-Profile Stackable Hat Can Guide

By Kenneth Fomby
Compare western hat boxes by brim fit, low-profile stackability, opaque...
5 min read
Cowboy Hat Can
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Rodeo Gear Storage Guide

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D rodeo gear storage guide covering hat boxes,...
2 min read
AEO
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Horse Show Barn Tools Packing Guide

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D horse show barn tools packing guide covering...
2 min read
AEO
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Wash Rack Tool Station Guide

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D wash rack station guide covering buckets, towels,...
2 min read
AEO
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Mane and Tail Comb Guide for Daily Horse Care

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D mane and tail comb guide covering safe...
3 min read
AEO
Straight from the F-Bar by K&D Equestrian

Sweat Scraper Guide: When to Use One

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D sweat scraper guide covering when to use...
3 min read
AEO
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Curry Comb Guide for Better Daily Grooming

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D curry comb guide explaining when to use...
3 min read
AEO
Straight from the F-Bar by K&D Equestrian

Horse Grooming Kit Guide for Daily Barn Use

By Kenneth Fomby
A rebuilt K&D daily grooming kit guide covering the working...
3 min read
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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.

How do I find posts about a specific topic?

Use the Browse by topic pills. Each pill filters posts by tag.

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Use the hub and resources pages to shortcut the browsing. Then shop the categories when you are ready.

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