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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How to Clean and Store Horse Coat Care Tools So They Last Longer

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass K&D guide to cleaning and storing horse coat...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
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Curry Comb vs Sure Comb vs Sweat Scraper: Which Tool Does What?

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass guide to curry combs, Sure Combs, Pic Combs,...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
Wholesale barn products for tack shops and farm stores from K&D Equestrian

Wholesale Barn Products for Tack Shops and Farm Stores

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass dealer guide for tack shops and farm stores...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
Best hat boxes and rope cans for rodeo and show travel from K&D Equestrian

Best Hat Boxes and Rope Cans for Rodeo and Show Travel

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass buyer guide to hat boxes, helmet cases, accessory...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
Silver Line versus Platinum Line K&D bucket comparison guide

Silver Line vs Platinum Line: Which K&D Bucket Is Right for Your Barn?

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass comparison of K&D Silver Line and Platinum Line...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
Best stall forks and barn cleanup tools for horse owners from K&D Equestrian

Best Stall Forks and Barn Cleanup Tools for Horse Owners

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass guide to stall forks, mini forks, trailer forks,...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
How to choose the right horse bucket for your barn from K&D Equestrian

How to Choose the Right Horse Bucket for Your Barn

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass buyer guide to choosing horse buckets by job:...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
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Horse Show Coat Care Setup: What to Pack Before You Haul

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass horse show coat care packing guide for building...
2 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
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Best Horse Coat Care Tools for Shedding Season

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass shedding season guide to choosing and using coat...
2 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
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Horse Coat Care Kit Checklist: What Every Barn Should Keep Ready

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass horse coat care kit checklist for daily barn...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
Straight from the F-Bar by K&D Equestrian

Post Ride Horse Coat Care Routine: What to Do Before You Turn Out

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass post-ride horse coat care routine covering cool down,...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
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How High Should You Hang a Horse Bucket in a Stall?

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass stall bucket height guide covering water and feed...
3 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
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1 Qt vs 2 Qt Feed Scoop: Which Size Does Your Barn Need?

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass 1-quart vs 2-quart feed scoop comparison focused on...
2 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
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Best Ground Feeder for Horses: When Floor Feeding Makes Sense

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass guide to ground feeders for horses, focused on...
2 Min. Lesezeit
Barn Setup
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Best Horse Water Bucket for Stalls: What Size Works Best?

Von Kenneth Fomby
A final-pass horse water bucket guide covering stall capacity, flat...
2 Min. Lesezeit
Barn Setup
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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.

Want the fastest path to the right gear?

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

If you are replacing a tool, match size and shape first. Then upgrade the build.

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