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.

American made horse gear production update from K&D Equestrian

American Made Means You Cannot Just Open Another Container | K and D Equestrian

Von Kenneth Fomby
American made is not a sticker. When our building collapsed,...
2 Min. Lesezeit
ReJüv Gel menthol free recovery routine from K&D Equestrian

ReJüv Gel: Menthol Free Recovery for Real Life

Von Kenneth Fomby
Menthol free. Low odor. Clean finish. ReJüv Gel is the...
3 Min. Lesezeit
Barn color system for organizing horse gear and chores

Pick a Color, Pick a System: How to Build a Barn Setup That Actually Stays Organized

Von Kenneth Fomby
Most barns do not need more stuff. They need less...
3 Min. Lesezeit
K&D Equestrian severe weather building update from Kenneth Fomby

When the Building Didn’t Hold, We Did | An Update from K&D Equestrian

Von Kenneth Fomby
An honest note from Kenneth Fomby on recent weather damage,...
2 Min. Lesezeit
How to clean horse stalls faster with better tools and workflow

How to Clean Horse Stalls Faster | Tools, Technique and Workflow

Von Kenneth Fomby
A practical barn guide to cleaning horse stalls faster with...
2 Min. Lesezeit
AEO
No tip horse feeder guide for ground level feeding and less waste

No-Tip Feeder for Horses: Why Ground-Level Feeders Reduce Waste

Von Kenneth Fomby
A straightforward look at why no-tip, ground-level feeders outperform traditional...
3 Min. Lesezeit
K&D Equestrian building damage and product quality update

We Build Our Products Better Than Our Buildings | KD Equestrian

Von Kenneth Fomby
After a heavy snowfall caused part of our roof to...
1 Min. Lesezeit
Kenneth Fomby explains what KOKMG stands for at K&D Equestrian

What KOKMG Stands For and Why It Matters | Kenneth Fomby

Von Kenneth Fomby
Kenneth Fomby explains the meaning behind King of Kings Manufacturing,...
2 Min. Lesezeit
Quiet daily horsemanship work that builds great horses

The Quiet Work That Builds Great Horses | K&D Equestrian

Von Kenneth Fomby
Great horses aren’t rushed. They’re built through consistency, clean timing,...
2 Min. Lesezeit
Horse liniment explained with practical barn use guidance

Horse Liniment, Explained | A Practical Guide from the Barn

Von Kenneth Fomby
Horse liniment has been around forever, but not everyone understands...
2 Min. Lesezeit
New year readiness message from Kenneth Fomby at K&D Equestrian

A New Year, Built the Right Way | A Note from Kenneth Fomby

Von Kenneth Fomby
A New Year message from Kenneth Fomby on preparation, craftsmanship,...
2 Min. Lesezeit
Christmas Eve message from Kenneth Fomby at K&D Equestrian

Christmas Eve Message from Kenneth Fomby | K&D Equestrian

Von Kenneth Fomby
As Christmas Eve settles over the F-Bar Ranch, Kenneth “Russell”...
2 Min. Lesezeit
Winter horse barn prep tips for cold Texas weather

Surviving the Cold – Even in Texas | K&D Equestrian

Von Kenneth Fomby
Texas may be hot most days, but when winter shows...
2 Min. Lesezeit
Ranch tested horse gear refined for riders by K&D Equestrian

Built Ranch Tough — Refined for Riders

Von Kenneth Fomby
Engineered by horsemen. Proven on the ranch. Trusted in the...
2 Min. Lesezeit
Veterans Day ranch message from Kenneth Fomby and K&D Equestrian

Veterans Day at the Ranch | Kenneth Fomby & K&D Equestrian

Von Kenneth Fomby
Out here, the wind tells the truth and the work...
2 Min. Lesezeit

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?

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Do you post product announcements here?

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

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