Our Sponsors
Helping us preserve history – the Western States Trail Foundation thanks our excellent sponsors:
Official Sponsors
Official Hay and Feed Store
Decades of experience in the hay and feed business is what makes Echo Valley Ranch, Inc. the leader among feed stores in Northern California and is proud to be the “Official Hay and Feed Store of Tevis.” Owner and President, Greg Kimler, and his staff make customer service and community support a priority and have practical experience with ranching, livestock and endurance horses. Echo Valley Ranch, Inc. is a full service hay, feed, and pet supply store, that also specializes in dog and cat food, bird seed, small animal food, shelters, fencing, feeders, tack, vet, and garden supplies. To see everything Echo Valley Ranch, Inc. has to offer, visit www.echoranch.com.
Official Saddle Pad
Can a saddle pad improve your horse’s performance? YES, if it is an Equipedic® Saddle Pad! A saddle pad that actually lowers the body surface temperature of your horse, increases the transcutaneous oxygen levels of your horse’s back, increases energy levels, speeds muscle recovery, and eliminates saddle fit problems. All while protecting its back! All in an orthopedic, antic-slip, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, machine washable saddle pad!
Official Rider Nutrition
Hammer Nutrition:
Knowledge: No one knows more about properly fueling for any kind of exercise than Hammer! We literally wrote the book on it! Following our science based, real world proven, fueling techniques will eliminate all concerns of excessive fatigue, cramping, GI distress, or any other symptoms caused by poor fueling practices.
Products: Over 30 years of developing the most effective, natural products free of added sugars, artificial colors, flavors, chemicals and preservatives. We use only complex carbohydrates, the highest quality proteins and ingredients in our 100% USA made products.
Official Saddle
The user-adjusted Reactor Panel Saddling System is the only saddle you cannot buy without testing. From the lightweight Heraldic to the secure Tribute Trail, there’s a model to suit nearly every distance horse and rider. Riders report longer strides, lower heart rates, and better recoveries for their horses; and reduced pain and increased comfort for themselves. RP’s industry-leading programs reflect the company’s commitment to delighting customers with exemplary service and integrity.
Official Jewelry Store
Ropers • a family owned jewelry store with two locations in Auburn. Quality merchandise, expert repair services and unrivaled customer service make Roper’s Jewelers your hometown jeweler since 1956. We look forward to serving you and making your jewelry dreams come true.
Official Helmet and Vest
Tipperary is dedicated to providing personal protective equipment designed for all levels and disciplines in the equestrian world. Build on the simple notion that equestrians are athletes, each product is made with maximum mobility, attention to comfort, and functional fit. Over 30 years ago the very first Equestrian Body Protector was developed by Phoenix Performance Products. Since then, Phoenix Performance Products has made it our mission to keep equine and rodeo athletes safe. www.phoenixperformance.com.
Official Farrier
Vettec is a family-owned company that pioneered the use of pour-in pads to create an impervious barrier that helps prevent injury from abrasive elements giving the horse and rider confidence to take on the toughest terrain. For over a decade Vettec has been a supporter of the Tevis Cup and is now backed by the reliability of Farrier Product Distribution.
Official Therapeutic Product for Horses and Riders
Back on Track is a global leader in manufacturing functional textiles. By combining our modern Welltex® technology and traditional Chinese medicine, Back on Track creates therapeutic products that help horses, dogs, and people achieve a more active and comfortable life. Learn more at www.backontrackusa.com.
Official Stirrups and stirrup leathers
Created to serve the market of riding enthusiasts, today Freejump is a benchmark in terms of innovation and high-tech products designed for the performance, comfort and safety of both riders and horses. Thanks to its close and continuous collaboration with the world’s best riders, and its attentive response to the needs of amateur riders, Freejump has constantly improved the competitiveness of its products: stirrups, footwear, and airbag technology.
Official Glove
Heritage Gloves is a leading brand of equestrian riding gloves. We have over 40 years of experience in glove manufacturing. Top level riders from around the world use our gloves. We are proud sponsors of the Tevis Cup.
Official Rider Apparel
Since 1990, Kerrits Performance Equestrian Apparel has been committed to bringing functional riding apparel solution s to equestrians worldwide. Comfort, style and affordability are yours through the use of technically-advance fabrics and innovative design. Incorporating years of experience developing womens’ activewear and a lifetime with horses, Kerrits continue their mission of empowering riders to feel comfortable and confident every day. We invite you to shop Kerrits’ complete line of performance equestrian apparel for women and children at www.kerrits.com. Enjoy the ride!
Official Tack
Moss Rock Endurance is a family-owned business based out of Colorado since 2000. We offer a wide variety of beta biothane tack, equestrian gear, and equipment. As a distance rider myself, I understand your passion and that trail and endurance riders, and their horses, have different needs.
Moss Rock’s products are designed to be easily put on, lighter, and more comfortable for the horse. Each piece is prepared so that there are no rub spots, ends are sealed to ensure the entire setup is waterproof, and double stitching is at every stress point.
Excellent customer service and high-quality tack has always been and will remain our highest priority. All levels of riders are welcome, so let’s tack up and ride!
Official Hoof Boot
Renegade Hoof Boots offers unique, patented, endurance-proven hoof boot design technology optimized for the barefoot performance horse. Our boots have been used by endurance riders since 2006, and have been Tevis-proven since 2009. We proudly design, manufacture, and assemble our products in the USA.
T-Shirt Sponsors
Custom Embroidery & Screen Printing • Branding apparel is what Dancing Dog Ink is all about. From medical scrub customization to branded corporate wear, and school/spirit and team wear to fundraising efforts, we have the equipment and expertise to handle large orders timely and efficiently.
Affordable RVs has the right recreational vehicle for your next vacation or travel destination. All of our Luxury Coaches and Standard Coaches are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and features. Likewise, our Travel Trailers and Tent Trailers have all the latest features and amenities for a truly comfortable and fun adventure on the road.
Accredited English Saddle Maker, Adrienne Hendricks from Eagle, Idaho offers a unique approach to saddle fit for horse and rider. Her systematic approach as a saddle maker, allows her to not just fit but analyze the horse’s back and then the rider’s saddle. Her techniques can be applied to many disciplines and different types of saddles. She is passionate about educating riders and sharing her knowledge.
Mallard Creek has been a premier manufacturer of equine bedding for over 30 years, providing unrivaled quality and selection to California, Nevada and Arizona. We create reliably comfortable, virtually dust-free, safe bedding for your horses. Our customer-first philosophy stands behind the integrity of the products and the service we offer. From equine bedding to landscape materials, bagged to bulk, Mallard Creek has you covered!
Supporting Sponsor
Riding Warehouse proudly serves the three main disciplines of equestrian sport: English, Western, and Endurance. No matter the type of rider, putting you and your equine first is the essence of who we are. With our unbeatable customer service, free shipping on eligible orders, 365-day return policy, and carefully selected product offerings, Riding Warehouse strives to provide an exceptional and easy shopping experience from start to finish.”
Tevis Store Sponsors
Equsani offers new and innovative health and performance products for the equine industry! Equsani’s quest is to develop and promote new care and nutritional horse products. We are thinking “out of the box” and working with leading scientists, Veterinarians, riders and companies in pursuing this quest.
At True Grit Endurance Outfitters we make durable endurance packs that fit securely to your saddle, have ease of access features, and are stylish too. Created with a minimalist mindset, each style of pack is tailored to decrease the impact, (contact, movement, and weight), on our equine partners. These qualities are what we strive to incorporate in every pack. Make every mile a great adventure with True Grit gear.