You are also able to order a boot that is better tailored for your riding needs; padded ankles, variations in leather stiffness, and other options are also available to enhance your effectiveness in the saddle.  Ordering custom allows you to add just a few special touches to your show boot for that perfect amount of something special for the show ring; or, you can go all out with a schooling boot that is sure to grab everyone’s attention.  The possibilities are endless.

The Konig Alexa field boot with a custom crocodile top and zipper guard and custom piping.

These boots from Konig show how may options are available to set a fashion trend – from laces to colors to leather finishes!

The Konig Derby Field Boot with custom piping and a patent leather finish.

The new Konig Excelsior.  A beautiful option with a patterned wing-cap foot.  Available in a variety of colors.

This custom Konig field boot was ordered for a customer and is absolutely stunning in bordeaux with a crocodile top and toe cap.

These photos are just the beginning of what you can order.  Let your imagination run wild and be the one to set a trend with your custom boots!  Olson’s Tack Shop has been ordering custom boots for customers for over 65 years.  We offer boots from Konig, Vogel, and Dehner.  Our custom boot experts are able to order boots to your exact measurements and custom specifications-email or call us today for your consultation with one of our boot fitting experts.

While you are in during this event take advantage of Olson’s Gift Card Giveaway–when you purchase a piece of FITS apparel or a safety helmet or vest from Phoenix Olson’s will give you a $20 Olson’s Gift Card for use during your next visit!  Come in to treat yourself to either some new riding clothes or a piece of safety equipment from our participating vendors and earn a gift card for your next purchase–it’s a win-win! This offer is valid 5/12/12 & 5/13/12–purchase of FITS Apparel or Phoenix Performance Safety product is necessary to be eligible for gift card giveaway.  This offer is valid for in-store purchases only.

For two days only, you can meet with representatives from FITS and Phoenix to have your questions answered and be sized perfectly for the items that you need to be ready for the summer riding season–from helmets and safety vests to breeches and show shirts!

NEW! T-Series T2 Helmet

Katie and Leslie will be on-hand during this weekend event to help you select a correctly fitted safety vest or riding helmet.  Olson’s will also be showcasing the new T-Series T2 helmet by Tipperary–this is the latest helmet from Tipperary!  This safety certified helmet is lightweight and comfortable with a low profile, stylish fit.  This helmets outer shell is fully vented to allow for maximum airflow and comfort.  The ergonomic shape is designed to provide maximum skull coverage and has been constructed to provide a comfortable, secure fit on a wide variety of head shapes.  The removable interior liner is fully washable.  Come in and try one on!  Shop the Tipperary Collection on-line now!

NEW! Denim Beka Breech

Mollie from FITS will be in-store during this weekend event to showcase the Summer line up of FITS riding apparel and show attire.  This is a great opportunity to see what’s new and to find the perfect riding apparel for warm weather riding.  While you’re in try on the NEW FITS Beka breech in denim–this stylish new breech is being brought in specially for this event!  The denim Beka breech is part of FITS Jumpline of knee patch breeches.  These innovative riding breeches are designed to optimize rider comfort–the Powermesh lower leg fabric reduces bulk and heat inside of boots, the Powermesh “ab” panel provides core support and a slimming fit, and the seam-free elastic gusset crotch provide a comfortable, chafeless fit in the saddle!  Olson’s is proud to have a large inventory of FITS apparel for you to shop from–you are sure to find the perfect special something for Summer time riding and showing!

Click here to shop the FITS Collection now!

Olson’s Dares You to Be Dublin! The newly reinvented Dublin range of footwear and riding half chaps have been updated with you in mind–the new fashion-forward design features exciting style advances, bold colors, and a great look that is sure to give you the confidence to take on any dare!  Olson’s dares you to come in and try these great new paddock boots and half chaps–while you are in Olson’s you can enter to win a FREE pair of Dare to be Dublin Half Chaps and Paddock boots in the specially offered Red Patent Leather color. This unique paddock boot and half chap pairing are not available for purchase–you have to enter to win!  When you visit Olson’s, simply check-in on Facebook and you will automatically be entered to win.  Olson’s will randomly select one winner each Monday between May 5th-May 28th!

Learn more about the Dublin Footwear range–

Dublin has long been a trusted name in equestrian apparel and footwear.  For 2012, Dublin re-created their footwear range with great updates that all riders will enjoy both in and out of the saddle.  From increased sole traction, better foot stability, and improved comfort the Dublin line of footwear offers something for every rider.  Click here to shop the Dublin Footwear Collection Now!

Dublin Defy Paddock Boots

The Dublin Defy paddock boot is sure to be a boot that you will love!  The Defy offers rider’s many benefits typically found in much higher priced riding boots– made with full grain leather including a YKK Zipper front closure for easy on-and-off, Positive Stirrup Traction (PST) tread for a good feel and grip in the stirrups, steel shank support, and lateral/medial support to assist you in maintaining correct foot position when you are mounted.

Dublin Defy Half Chaps

The Defy Half Chap is made using a full grain leather outer that is paired with a mesh lining to ensure optimal breathability, to keep you cool and comfortable.  A full grain leather spine maintains the half chaps shape and structure throughout its use.  The inside calf panel is made using a suede insert to ensure comfort and grip when riding.  This great half chap is finished with a heavy duty YKK zipper trimmed with a touch-tape fastener and button closure for further security and flexibility.

Dublin Intensity Paddock Boots

This amazing will astound you with the luxurious features it offers– full grain leather featuring secure stitching at both the heel and front of the boot to ensure durability and great wear at these locations where stress points are typically found.  The Intensity boot is designed to maximize your stability in your stirrups by pairing a Positive Stirrup Traction (PST) sole with lateral and medial supports to ensure that you this boot will work with you to give you good grip and correct foot placement and heel flexion when riding.  The Intensity has several refined finishing details that separate it from the Defy–this boot is finished using Dublin’s unique Aqua Guard Zipper.  This innovative zipper is designed to keep moisture and dirt out of your boot to ensure your comfort at all times!   The Intensity also features a leather heel pull for a well finished appearance and durable use.

Dublin Intensity Half Chaps

The Intensity half chap is sure to help you look great when you’re at the barn!  This full grain leather half chap features and leather looking stretch panel that runs the up the length of the leg, to help ensure that the half chap moulds and contours to your unique leg for a custom-looking fit and appearance!  The textured pebble grain leather calf panel provides great comfort and superior grip while riding.  The rear closing heavy duty YKK Zipper is not only tough, but the sleek design gives it a minimal and refined appearance.  The Spanish top of the half chap will elongate and slim the appearance of your leg for an attractive fit.  Every detail has been considered in designing this fabulous half chap–the finishing detail is a small pocket that is perfect for stowing your small valuables while riding!

Olson’s is proud to offer the Dublin Footwear Range–stop in today to try it out!  Remember to check-in on Facebook when you’re at Olson’s to be entered to win a FREE pair of Dublin paddock boots and half chaps!  This offer is good for a limited time, come in soon!

Gift With Purchase of $100 of Kerrits Apparel

Get ready for sunshine and warm weather riding at the Kerrits’ Spring/Summer Preview Weekend, May 5th &6th.  Olson’s has a large selection of the latest styles of Spring/Summer riding apparel from Kerrits coming in especially for this fun two-day event! Kerrits representative, Mary Coby, will be making an in-store appearance on Saturday and Sunday–she will be available to meet with customers, answer fit questions, and to showcase the latest in Kerrits fashionable and functional riding attire!  While you are in you will be treated to a complementary Kerrits cap when you purchase $100 or more of Kerrits riding apparel–choose from breeches, shirts, coats, vests, and more!

Kerrits apparel combines both form and function to provide riders with comfortable and long wearing riding apparel that they will love in and out of the saddle.  From breathable, ventilated tops to soft, 4-way stretch riding tights Kerrits has you covered this summer!

Come For Breyer Fun Day–Saturday, May 5th!

Also, going on during the Kerrits’ Spring/Summer Preview Weekend, we invite you to bring your little-ones to participate in a Breyer Fun Day!  This special event is one-day only, Saturday May 5th from 12-2pm.  Pre-registration is required, call today to save your spot!  The Breyer Fun Day is a great opportunity for children of all ages to have some fun and express their creativity as they paint their very own model horse! Participants receive a complementary Breyer horse model to decorate and take home with them.

To reserve your seat at the Breyer Fun Day Event, Saturday May 5th 12-2pm, call 888.654.9453.

Many of the demands that riding put on our equestrian partners come with increased stress on your horses joints, back, and legs.  Today’s equestrian market has introduced several great new products designed to address these concerns and to improve your horse’s overall comfort.  It is important to assess your horse’s individual needs–each horse experiences different environmental and riding-induced stresses that merit your attention and care to ensure his continued good health.

Cool His Heels…

Help your horse recover from intense workouts and long rides with Gel Compression Therapy.  Equifit has developed the Gel Compression Therapy Tendon Boot.  This innovative therapeutic boot has been designed to reduce inflammation,
decrease swelling, and reduce stress injuries.  The Gel Compression Therapy boots are composed of gel packs that are adhered into an outer boot which provides customizable air compression via hand pump.  This compression helps to ensure that the gel packs remain cool or warm longer while conforming to each individual horse’s unique leg shape.   Gel packs can be used warm or cold–they are designed to perfectly suit each rider’s specialized needs.

The Equifit Gel Compression Therapy Tendon Boot offers riders many benefits:

Ideal for rehabilitation and post-exercise treatments

Gel packs shape to your horse’s leg via adjustable air compression

Can be used on a variety of horses–the gel packs are removable and are designed to freeze or re-heat quickly

The Equifit Gel Compression boots have been designed address the stresses and demands that horse’s limbs sustain during daily training, competition, transport, etc.  Many of today’s equine athletes are enjoying longer careers than ever before, to do so preventative medicine is key!  Horses benefit from cooling therapies and compression wraps as a regular part of their daily training and care.

For those horses who have sustained an injury or are currently following a rehabilitation program, many find significant benefits with the regular use of cool compression when used as part of a larger therapy program.  The cooling of injury sites helps to reduce the inflammation that can inhibit or prolong recovery.  It is advisable to consult with your veterinarian before comensing any rehabilitation treatments.

Have his back…

Help to protect your horses back muscles and spine with the Equifit Deluxe Leather Contour Saddle Pad.  The Deluxe Leather Contour Saddle Pad is made using Equifit’s unique T-Form Technology.  Get a custom fit every time–the T-Form material allows this innovative saddle pad to conform to both the horse’s back as well as the saddle for optimal performance that will benefit both you and your horse!  The T-Form saddle pads not only absorb 97% of shock, but they also minimize pressure points while maximizing saddle stability.  T-Form therapeutic material is made using open cell technology to allow for breathability and heat disapation, so you never have to worry about overheating!

The Deluxe Leather Contour Saddle pad is ideal for:

Horses with existing back issues, sore backs, or weak backs

Horses and Riders with saddle fitting issues

Prevention of future back issues

You can help to optimize your horse’s performance and minimize stresses and strains placed on lower limbs by taking care of your horse’s back with therapeutic padding.  Both horses with and without previous back issues benefit from the use of shock absorbing saddle pads.  These innovative pads reduce the shock and impact that is placed on the horse’s back during regular riding activities.  These routine stresses placed upon the horse’s back are manifested by altered stride length, change in horse’s self carriage, and augmentation of gait–all of these changes or methods of coping with riding-related stress are then transferred to the horse’s lower limbs, thereby putting the horse at greater risk for a stress related injury.  Help your horse to perform at his best and minimize his risk of injury by starting with your base of support, your seat, and use a therapeutic saddle pad as part of your daily riding equipment!

Technological advances are allowing riders to better ensure the comfort and improved performance of their equestrian partners.  These innovations and advances are helping to reduce injuries and to improve rehabilitation efforts and outcomes for horses in work.  Adapting your training and/or rehabilitation program to incorporate these new and innovative materials will help to ensure your horse’s comfort and improved performance.

Olson’s Tack Shop is proud to sponsor the upcoming HeArt of the Horse SAFE Benefit Auction and Fashion Show! This
very special event will be held on Saturday, May 12th at the historic Hollywood School House in Woodinville.  You are invited to come enjoy a night of fun with fellow equestrians while supporting SAFE, a vital equine rescue organization.

During the evening’s events attendees will have the opportunity to preview and bid on stunning equestrian-themed artwork by Northwest artists and equine enthusiasts!  Numerous local artists are lending their support to SAFE with the donation of custom, one of a kind works of art to be auctioned of throughout the evening.  New donations are arriving to the HeArt of the Horse organizers daily–you can preview auction art work on-line!

See What’s New During The Olson’s Fashion Show…

Come early and get a sneak peek at summer sportswear with during the equestrian apparel fashion
show presented by Olson’s Tack Shop!  FITS representative, Mollie, will be on-hand to showcase the latest in equestrian sportswear and show attire.  Also, during this event–Olson’s will be hosting Phoenix Performance Products representatives to showcase the NEW T-Series Helmet and Phoenix Safety Vests!  This is a great opportunity to see the latest innovations in safety equipment and style updates in equestrian apparel!

Tickets are available now!  Be sure to get yours….

Tickets for the HeArt of the Horse event are available at Olson’s Tack Shop or on-line at heart.safehorses.org.  Tickets are $60 per person or $400 for a table of eight.  Your purchase of a ticket benefits SAFE directly–bring a friend or sponsor a table and come as a barn!

The night’s fund raising benefits the SAFE (Save A Forgotten Equine) organization.  This non-profit organization is dedicated to improving the lives of our equestrian partners through direct intervention, education, and community outreach programs.  Founded in 2005, SAFE has been instrumental in improving the lives of numerous malnourished, abused, and neglected equines through rescue and rehabilitation.  SAFE is reliant on your donations to offer these important services–if you are unable to attend the HeArt of the Horse event you are encouraged to donate on-line and help support this vital organization.  Learn more at www.safehorses.org.

When you order a custom Prestige saddle during this event your saddle fitting fee will be waived–that’s a $175 value!  
This is a great opportunity to meet with Heather and Mossimo–have your horse’s current saddle fit evaluated, learn more about how a custom saddle can help you and your horse and preview a large selection of specialized Prestige custom saddles!

Get A Sneak Peek, Olson’s invites you to get an exclusive first look at what’s new from Prestige—

NEW! The Prestige Boston with Luxe leather

During this special event you’re invited to get a sneak peek of some of the latest custom saddle options to enter the equestrian market.  Prestige offers a wide variety of stock and custom saddles for every discipline–from Dressage and Eventing to Hunter/Jumper!  These saddles feature the latest innovations and advances in panel design, tree fitting and construction, and leather coverings and detailing. Olson’s has a large selection of stock saddles ready now, or meet with Mossimo and Heather during this special event to have you and your horse measured for your own custom saddle!

During Olson’s Prestige Event, you are invited to be the first in the area to preview three new custom saddles starting at $2100…

• The Prestige Roma Dressage model, available for $2200!
• The Prestige Roma Jump saddle, starting at $2100!
• The Prestige Passion Jump saddle, available for $2800!

NEW! Prestige D1 in Luxe Leather

There’s more….NEW from Prestige,  come and test ride the new Luxe leather options for both the D1 Dressage Saddle and the Boston Jumping Saddle.  This new leather finish features pre-oiled Italian calfskin leather.  This beautifully finished leather provides riders with increased grip and security, not to mention the ultimate in comfort!  Olson’s is proud to be the only tack store in the area to be showcasing the Prestige D1 Luxe dressage saddle and the Prestige Boston jumping saddle in the luxe leather finish.  Take advantage of this great opportunity to learn more about this and the other customized features available on all Prestige saddles!

Come in to Olson’s today to learn more about our new and used saddles! Olson’s has the largest selection of dressage, jumping, and all purpose saddles in the area.  Let our expert saddle fitter, Heather Manuel, help you find the saddle that will work best for you and your horse.  Heather has been fitting saddles for the area’s leading competition riders and recreational equestrians for more than 13 years!  She recently returned from completing training at the elite La Selleria Prestige in Italy!  Let Heather’s expertise and knowledge help you determine the best saddle for your individual needs.

* FREE custom saddle fittings apply to custom Prestige saddles ordered during this special event.  Offer is valid for saddles ordered on 4/25/12.  Contact Olson’s for details 888.654.9453.

New! Pikeur Romina Jacket

Come in and save….

• SAVE 15% on all Show Clothing!
• SAVE 15% on all in-stock tall boots in dress boot and field boot styles!
• (Konig Alexa and Favorite models are excluded)
• SAVE $100 on custom tall boots from Konig, Dehner, and Vogel!
• SAVE $50 on all custom Young Rider Boots by Vogel!
• Olson’s welcomes all special orders during this event!
• BONUS Savings!  Save 15% On One Piece of Regularly Priced Spring Sportswear during this event.  (Click here for a printable coupon–coupon must be present to receive discount)

Come see what’s new for the 2012 show season–Olson’s has the latest in up to date show fashion and classic essentials.  With new styles arriving daily from you favorite brands–Pikeur, RJ Classics, Essex, Tailored Sportsman, FITS, and more!

New! Dimacci Accessories

NEW for this season–

Olson’s introduces the new Cheval Show Shirt

The Pikeur Romina Show Jacket

Dimacci Belts and Accessories

Pikeur Plaid Shirts

Look your best this spring in the latest styles of Spring sportswear!  Olson’s has the shipments of the latest styles arriving daily–tons of inventory to choose from! While you are in enjoy a special savings on one piece of new Spring Sportswear–Save 15% On One Item of NEW Spring Apparel from Pikeur, Goode Rider, Ariat, Horseware, Pessoa, and more! (Click here to get your printable coupon–customers must present coupon to receive discount).

Be sure to come in during this special event–Olson’s inventory is huge and you are sure to find just what you need to get your season started right!

Spring is here, celebrate by adding some color to your wardrobe with Dimacci accessories!  This exquisite line features fine leather belts, bracelets, and watches. Each accessory is available in a wide variety of colors, there is sure to be one to suit your personal style. These unique equestrian themed accessories offer the perfect finishing touch to any outfit–from show ring attire to daily casual wear!

Look  Your Best….Finish the look of your outfit perfectly with a Dimacci Belt.  Whetherr it’s for the show ring or going out on the town, this refined belt will complement any outfit.  Dimacci belts are made with the finest Nappa Leather finished with a removable equestrian belt buckle available in stainless steel or gold plated.

Show your style with a gorgeous Italian leather bracelet….Olson’s is proud to offer the Dimacci Orsini, Monsun and Alba bracelets.  These beautiful pieces are

handcrafted using fine Italian leather and accented with a stainless steel snaffle bit clasp.  These special bracelets are adjustable to ensure a perfect fit every time you wear them!

Don’t be late….Look great with the Dimacci Nicy Queen Watch!  This elegant timepiece features a stainless steel stirrup accent

paired with a double twisted calfskin watch band.  Dimacci accessories make the perfect gift–surprise a special someone or treat yourself!  Olson’s is proud to be an exclusive Dimacci retailer, shop on-line or call toll free to speak with an Olson’s sales associate 877.657.9453.

Olson’s is excited to introduce the Ariat Olympia and Heritage breeches!  Ariat has put the same quality and integrity they are known for into these breeches, making them a great pant!  Olson’s is also excited premier the new Pessoa apparel line, including the Branco Rodrigo breech for men!

Representatives from Kerrits and Ariat will also be at the store to help you find the perfect breech!  Shop the Northwest’s largest inventory–with the latest styles from Kerrits, Ariat, Pikeur, Tailored Sportsman, Grand Prix, and more, you are sure to find your ideal pant!

The breech and accessory discounts are also redeemable online at shop.olsonstack.com.  Use promo code BR12 at checkout.

Exclusions apply.  Discounts cannot be used on all saddles and consignment merchandise, Tailored Sportsman breeches, GPA helmets, Charles Owen helmets, Konig boots, Grand Prix top hats, Otto Schumacher, Passier, and Herm Sprenger.