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.

Kenneth Fomby explains what KOKMG stands for at K&D Equestrian

What KOKMG Stands For and Why It Matters | Kenneth Fomby

Par Kenneth Fomby
Kenneth Fomby explains the meaning behind King of Kings Manufacturing,...
2 min de lecture
Quiet daily horsemanship work that builds great horses

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

Par Kenneth Fomby
Great horses aren’t rushed. They’re built through consistency, clean timing,...
2 min de lecture
Horse liniment explained with practical barn use guidance

Horse Liniment, Explained | A Practical Guide from the Barn

Par Kenneth Fomby
Horse liniment has been around forever, but not everyone understands...
2 min de lecture
New year readiness message from Kenneth Fomby at K&D Equestrian

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

Par Kenneth Fomby
A New Year message from Kenneth Fomby on preparation, craftsmanship,...
2 min de lecture
Christmas Eve message from Kenneth Fomby at K&D Equestrian

Christmas Eve Message from Kenneth Fomby | K&D Equestrian

Par Kenneth Fomby
As Christmas Eve settles over the F-Bar Ranch, Kenneth “Russell”...
2 min de lecture
Winter horse barn prep tips for cold Texas weather

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

Par Kenneth Fomby
Texas may be hot most days, but when winter shows...
2 min de lecture
Ranch tested horse gear refined for riders by K&D Equestrian

Built Ranch Tough — Refined for Riders

Par Kenneth Fomby
Engineered by horsemen. Proven on the ranch. Trusted in the...
2 min de lecture
Veterans Day ranch message from Kenneth Fomby and K&D Equestrian

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

Par Kenneth Fomby
Out here, the wind tells the truth and the work...
2 min de lecture
KD164 grooming stool barn storage sidekick from K&D Equestrian

KD164 Grooming Stool – The Ultimate Barn Sidekick | K&D Equestrian

Par Kenneth Fomby
The KD164 Grooming Stool from K&D Equestrian is the ultimate...
2 min de lecture
KD121 Deluxe Feed Tub indestructible horse feeder by K&D

KD121 Deluxe Feed Tub – Indestructible Horse Feeder by K&D Equestrian

Par Jon Conklin
The KD121 Deluxe Feed Tub from K&D Equestrian is built...
2 min de lecture
How to keep ants out of dog food outside with KD-138 dog bowl

How to Keep Ants Out of Dog Food Outside | KD-138 Dog Bowl

Par Kenneth Fomby
Outdoor feeding gets messy fast when ants, crumbs, and travel...
5 min de lecture
Best horse buckets for durable feed and water pails from K&D

Best Horse Buckets | Durable Feed & Water Pails | K&D Equestrian

Par Kenneth Fomby
Tired of buckets breaking in winter? K&D Equestrian offers durable...
3 min de lecture
Horse feed tub sizes and corner feeder comparison from K&D

Horse Feed Tub Sizes & Corner Feeder Comparison | K&D Equestrian

Par Kenneth Fomby
Feed tub vs corner feeder — which one fits your...
2 min de lecture
Western hat box with mirror and cowboy hat storage by K&D

Western Hat Box with Mirror | Cowboy Hat Storage by K&D

Par Kenneth Fomby
Crushed hats? Not anymore. Discover why K&D’s Western Hat Box...
2 min de lecture
K&D Equestrian reflection on strength resilience and September 11

Honoring 9/11 – K&D Equestrian Reflects on Strength & Resilience

Par Kenneth Fomby
On this solemn day, we honor the heroes, the heartbreak,...
2 min de lecture

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?

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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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