Saddle Pads from Barn World – a style for every type of riding

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Rob

5 Star Wool Saddle Pads from Barn World

These 100% wool saddle pads offer the best protection for your horse and are specifically designed to contour to the shape of your horse or mule’s back immediately.

5 Star saddle pads are made with two pieces that help eliminate pressure on the spine and and provide a great saddle fit without over-cinching.

To get that great fit, each pad is made with detailed attention to hip placement, back-line and wither heights and creates the best fitting pad every time. The contoured pad is a two-piece design that will conform to the shape of YOUR horse or mule. This design has eliminated the need for ‘breaking-in’ a saddle pad for your ride as it fits most breeds of horses and mules right away. This flexibility is what makes these saddle pads so special.

There are many different saddle pads styles to choose from and we have one to fit every style of riding.

Western Contoured Saddle Pad

These very popular saddle pads are handmade to order right here in the United States. They are 100% wool and range in thickness from the 1/2″ under pad to the extremely thick Supreme Roper Saddle Pad at 1-1/8″ thick. Every thickness is available in every color.

Western Contoured Saddle Pad

Mule Saddle Pads

Our 5 Star Mule pads are contoured to fit the flatter back line of mules, donkeys and jacks and who traditionally have flatter withers, thicker shoulders. All of the saddle pad styles can be made with the mule contouring.

Mule Saddle Pad

Barrel Racing Saddle Pads offer the best performance by keeping your saddle in place and your horse comfortable. All saddle pads are available in round or square skirts and you may specify if you’d prefer one end rounded and the other square. We also offer the option of your own personal style with hair on leathers and embroidery done to your design.

Barrel Racing Saddle Pad

English Saddle Pads

conform to your horse to provide maximum comfortable for the horse and rider. These saddle pads are available for dressage, hunter/jumper and all purpose riding.

English Saddle Pad

To view our large selection of saddle pads and find the right fit for your type of riding, please visit Barn World today or call (720) 238-2190.

Cattle Guard Options: selecting the right cattle grid for livestock containment

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Rob

Cattle Guard Options

When choosing a cattle guard it’s important to make sure it’s the correct design, style and has the proper load-carrying needs for your vehicles. Installation process is also another important consideration detailed some basic helpful suggestions below.

Load Ratings

One of the most important design characteristics to consider is the load carrying of the crossing. Public roadway is require a 16 ton per axle rating while a private driveway most likely don’t need that extra capacity.

For that reason, we offer a more economical, round top rail cattle guard design for use on ranches and private driveways. The estimated load carrying capacity is 12 tons per axle which easily accommodates fully loaded semi’s and most farm and ranch equipment.

Below are the AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials) designated load carrying capacity ratings:

Cattle Guard Load Ratings
H-15 (12 tons per axle)
H-20 (16 tons per axle)
U-54 (25 tons per axle)
U-80 (30 tons per axle)

If you have a remote, or private-use entry and exit access needs, these round top rail designs are a much more economical option and can save a lot of money over the engineered stamped and rated cattle guards used in public roadway project.

Cattle Guard Box Options

One unique design that continues the burden of installation is the addition of a box to the guard. The boxed allows the guard to be set directly on the ground without the need for a foundation. Although we do recommend they be set on the road ties or some other substantial support, a vaulted area with concrete foundations is not always required.

The box is available as a fixed or removable option.

Fixed Boxed Cattle Guards

The fixed box option is the steel skirt welded to the perimeter of the cattle grid. This simple addition dirt from creeping in underneath the top rails one installed directly on the ground. It is very useful for remote and low traffic areas as it can simply be set in place. The box will add about 7″ to the overall length and width of the cattle guard.

To assistant vehicles crossing, the guard can be slightly buried in the ground or dirt be piled up on either side to create a ramp for ease of access.

Removable Boxed Cattle Guards

The removable box allows the guard to be lifted out of the installation without disturbing the surrounding environment. This is especially useful when cleaning underneath the top rails to keep the vaulted area below clear of debris.

This handy feature is available for all round top rail guards and is a fantastic option that allows for easy cleaning.

ATV Cattle Guard

For those of you looking for a simple and effective access for smaller ranch vehicles between pastures, is designed is built for ATV’s.

This unique structure is incredibly useful for inspecting fence lines and allowing an ATV to cross through them. Installation couldn’t be easier! It’s a single, one-piece unit that is literally set in place and tied to your fencing.

We do recommend proper drainage at the site as well as keeping the vegetation growth from growing through the top rails and hiding the crossing from your animals.

Let us know if we can help!

Keeping your livestock contained while providing effortless access to your vehicles is what cattle guards are designed for. Make sure you select proper barrier and you’ll have years of gate free access while your animals are safely secured.

For information, please visit www.barnworld.com, or give us a call at (720) 238-2190 and we’ll be happy to help!.

Sheepskin saddle pads offer comfort and performance for horse and rider

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Rob

Comfort and Performance

Sheepskin saddle pads provide excellent comfort and performance for both horse and rider. Sheepskin is used in almost any application where a premium is put on protection and comfort and equine tack and saddle pads are no exception.

Sheepskin equine pads offer over 3,000 fibers/sq inch and each of those fibers act together to provide a soft shock absorber to provide extreme comfort and wicking abilities as well as preventing from chafing or rubbing. The provides cool and comfortable riding while protecting from unnecessary wear and discomfort on your horse.

Another benefit of a sheepskin saddle pad is that they are an insulator of static electricity that can be caused by friction when riding your horse. It’s a natural byproduct of the riding environment and the motion of the horse and rider.

Keeping Sweat to a Minimum

Saddle pads made of sheepskin also absorb sweat and can release it to the air more quickly than non-natural saddle pads. It is inherently gentle on the skin and it contains lanolin.

Equine saddle pads made from sheepskin are easy to clean and dry by simply hanging in fresh air. They’re available as contoured saddle pads and a full length saddle pads.

All-in-all, these pads and their natural properties are easy to keep clean and enhance performance and comfort no matter the type of riding you do.

Visit Barn World today at www.BarnWorld.com to view our large selection of sheepskin saddle pads.

Saddle Pad Cleaning tips for Wool

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Rob

Barn World Post: Saddle Pad Cleaning – a necessity for clean equine tack

Cleaning your 5 Star saddle pad is quite easy as the pad is made from 100% wool and is extremely durable. With standard care, your pad will last two thousand hours or more.

To begin, get your saddle pad wet with clean water. When you spot a soiled area, just rub in a circular motion with your fingers or a rubber curry comb. You may use a gentle detergent to remove stubborn stains if necessary. When finished, just hang your pad and allow to dry. It’s important to remember that the pad should not be laid on it’s back to dry. You want to maintain the natural shape of the pad by avoiding leaving it upside down to dry.

It really is that easy. The saddle pad is made with 100% wool using steam, heat and pressure to remove any concerns about distortion or shrinkage when you clean your own pad.

How to Clean Saddle Pads

Combing

You should periodically use a rubber fingered or flat curry comb with your 5 Star saddle pad cleaning sponge (free with every new pad) to prevent the hair and dirt from building up under the bottom of your saddle pad. An occasional brushing will do the trick on your equine tack. When using the sponge, use a circular motion on a dry pad and wipe the dirt and hair off of the sponge as it builds.

If your pad has a heavy build up of dirt and sweat, use the rubber finger curry to loosen it up, but be gentle so you’re careful not to cut the felt. As it comes up, use a vacuum to remove the grim and dirt from the saddle pad.

Keeping your saddle pad clean will allow it to breath and pull moisture away from your horses back. Your saddle pad is one of your most important pieces of equine tack and should be kept clean for a great riding experience

This will keep the old hair and dirt from collecting and working it’s way into the pad. This interferes with the ability of the pad to breath and pull moisture away from your horse’s back.

Washing

It should only be necessary to wash your equine tack saddle pad after around one hundred hours of use. Of course, if your saddle pad begins to feel hard or ‘bulky’ on the shoulder or loin areas, it’s time to clean your tack. When washing, avoid using soap as it may leave a residue that could irritate your horse. When washing, move from the center to the outer edge of the pad in every direction. A preferred method is to hang the pad by the gullet hole and rinse from the center outward. As you go, you may want to rotate your saddle pad so the dirt will be carried away and you won’t be just soaking the pad.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO NEVER LAY YOUR SADDLE PAD FLAT TO RINSE IT OFF. This will only push the sweat salts and dirt into the pad. To dry, hang the pad by the gullet hole or lay over a rail to help maintain it’s natural shape and contours. Never lay the saddle pad on it’s back as that’s the best way to help it lose it’s shape, will stretch the leather and may damage the lacing on the inside of the pad.

Once it’s dry, you may ‘loosen’ it back up by flexing the pad in the areas that may seem stiff. This will also help restore the compression protection and loosen the felt up again to help breath and wick away moisture.

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Saddle pads provide performance and comfort

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Rob

Barn World is proud to offer sheepskin saddle pads as well as Wool Saddle Pads for all of your riding styles and disciplines. A top quality saddle pad can make all the difference in riding performance and comfort for both you and your horse.

Wool Saddle Pads

The 100% wool pad offers great comfort and fit and the pads are designed to fit the shape of your horse’s back. It has excellent qualities that allow it to absorb moisture and wick it away from your horse and saddle.These pads are an essential piece of tack that belongs at the top of your list.

5 Star saddle pads have a unique two-piece construction that eliminates spinal pressure and improves saddle fit, that means no over-cinching. they have a true French Curve back line and withers slope. The equine saddle pads are specifically designed to fit the shape of your horse’s back: Wither height and back line variance along with equine hip placement are given special attention to provide the best possible saddle pad fit that will conform to the shape of your horse. This will make both horse and rider very happy.

The saddle pads are handmade in the United States and are all natural 100% wood felt. They are soft, durable and offer easy clean-up.

For the best in saddle pad equine tack, visit www.BarnWorld.com today!

Hay Tarps – protect your hay with an all season hay tarp

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Rob

The Bull Flex™ hay tarp is specifically designed for the cost-conscious customer who wants a tarp that is built tough as bull hide yet flexible enough to meet all of your covering needs.

We offer it to you at about the same price as you would pay for a farm store loop-style tarp plus we give you stronger fabric (7oz), stronger tie-down tabs, and a chuck wagon end that allows you to keep the Bull Flex™ hay tarp ends from flapping in the wind. You also get the opportunity to purchase the Super Cinch tie-down kit, and we can train you to install it correctly. You will find much more quality is built into the Bull Flex™ than the typical farm supply store offers.

When it comes to securing the sides of the Bull Flex™ hay tarp to your haystack, this tarp has the best of two worlds! It comes with high-strength 2″ webbing loops at 3′ spacing to tighten your tarp to the haystack instead of traditional grommets. The webbing loops provide up to 300% more strength than grommets. The Bull Flex™ hay tarp also has an innovative pocket sewn the length of the tarp on both sides. This gives you the opportunity to slip a pipe into the pocket (especially on round bale stacks) and tie down the tarp in the same manner as the popular Performer™ Hay Tarp.

The weight and strength combination of the Bull Flex™ averages nearly 20% greater than most competitive products. When combined with the use of our patented Super Cinch™ tie-down system below, you come up with a winning combination that beats out other grommet and loop-style hay tarps.

Hay Tarp Tie Down Kits

The tie-down kit makes quick work out of securing over the top of your stack or when using side curtains. It is designed for 52′ long covers of both round and square bales. The super cinch is a pull-through cleat that keeps the ropes taut and secure. The J-hooks are used on the hay bales themselves for extra strength.

Below are the included components of the round and square bale kits:

ROUND BALE KIT	SQUARE BALE KIT
20 – 28’ ropes	40 – 18’ ropes
36 – Super Cinch	40 – Super Cinch
36 – 2’ ropes	40 – J-hooks

Hay Stack Side Curtains

For the ultimate protection from the elements, the side curtain will keep moisture from entering the side of your stack. The drop-down curtains are secured with tie-downs and keep moisture from being blown in or accumulating on the side. They are made with a heavy-duty 15-millimeter polyethylene fabric that’s a sturdy 6.5-ounces. They include 1-‘ lengths of twine on one side spaced approximately 8’ apart for the length of the curtain.

They’re silver on one side and white on the other and have become very popular for offering the best protection for large stacks.

Customers who use the hay rely upon a hay tarp or hay barn to protect the hay they purchased until the livestock has consumed it. If hay is not protected, mold and bacteria cause spoilage of the hay. Spoiled hay fed to livestock can create health problems.

Be sure and protect your hay and get maximum production from your livestock.

The Bull Flex™ hay tarps come in ten different sizes: from 14×52 all the way up to 45×52!

Visit Barn World today for all of your hay tarp and livestock equipment needs, or call (720) 238-2190.

Hoof Stands at Barn World – for your ferrier needs

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Rob

The HOOF-it® ‘All in One’ Hoof Stand

Hoof care the easy & comfortable way! Easy on the horse and the user, the Hoof-it® Stand gives you both the post and cradle integrated into one, innovative hoof stand. Do yourself a favor! Take the pain out of your back and knees with the New Hoof Stand from HOOF-it® Technologies

The HOOF-it® ‘All in One’ Hoof Stand, designed by Farrier Steve Samet, features a shock absorbing, integrated rubber cradle and hoof post into one easy to use unit.

The Hoof Stand provides a stable and safe support for the horse, allowing it to relax without putting all of it’s weight on you.

For additional safety and stability when working with the Hoof-it®Stand try the following:
* keep on foot on the base unit when working with the Hoof® Stand
* do not leave the horses leg or hoof in the cradle or on the stand, when unattended.

Benefits for Farrier’s, Veterinarians and horse Owners who use the HOOF-it® Hoof Stand:

√ Easy to use “All in One” innovative, design integrates both the post and cradle in to one.

√ The innovative design of the HOOF-it® Hoof Stand dramatically reduces your risk of getting injured during hoof care tasks.

√ The HOOF-it Stand is ideally suited for use with all types of horses, including older horses that require special support and comfort during hoof care tasks.

√ The rubber cushioned Cradle fits different hoof sizes and hugs the hoof.

Let HOOF-it® Hoof Stand deal with the majority of the horses weight during any type of hoof care tasks, rather than your back or knees.

Visit www.BarnWorld.com today to see all of Barn World’s farrier supplies and livestock supplies.

Livestock scale make weighing your animals a breeze!

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Rob

Check out the large selection of animal scales at Barn World

livestock scales | cattle scales

BarnWorld offers a great selection of livestock scales for all sizes and types of cattle. Several of our livestock scales are perfect for 4-H projects and weighing smaller animals. We have livestock scales to weigh your cattle, llamas, alpacas, sheep, goats, dogs or grain. Multipurpose livestock scales weigh smaller animals including pigs, sheep, goats and calves. Our low-profile animal scales weigh horses and llamas. We also offer livestock scales to work under your chutes and alley ways using weigh bars for a complete cattle weighting system.BarnWorld cattle scales are designed for easy loading of the cattle onto the scales with ramp ends on the platforms, platforms that are very low to the ground, and tread on the scales to keep skittish cattle from slipping and falling. Our cattle scales are portable and can be leveled to work on any surface.

4-H Multipurpose Livestock Scale System – PS 1000 Item #: PS1000

$693.95

This multipurpose livestock scale is designed with 4-H in mind. Weigh pigs, sheep, goat, calves up to 1,000 lbs. 55.5″x20.1″ mild steel platform scale with end ramps. Pre-calibrated to a stainless steel digital indicator. Includes 6VDC rechargeable battery and AC adapter. Optional Indicator Stand Available.

Capacity– 1000 lb
Accurate– Provides consistent accuracy within 0.1% and comes equipped with an indicator for fast digital read out.
Economical to Own– There are no installation costs and no moving parts that require maintenance or adjustment.
Low Profile– 2.50″ high
Versatile– Accomplishes a multitude of weighing jobs: livestock, pets, feed carts, bulk containers, shipping and receiving.
Portable– The PS1000 weighs only 60 lbs, two easy access carry handles makes this scale convenient to relocate. No need for ramps or recessed floors, as this unit comes with ramped ends.

4-H Multipurpose Livestock Scale System – PS 2000 Item #: PS2000

$815.95

The PS2000 is just like the PS1000 except the platform is a little bit larger. It is a 59″x30″ mild steel platform that is pre-calibrated to a digital readout. It is powered by 4 AAA batteries and includes an AC adapter. The maximum weighing capacity on this scale is 2,000 x .1 lb. Optional Indicator Stand Available.

Capacity– 2000 lb
Accurate– Provides consistent accuracy within 0.1% and comes equipped with an indicator for fast digital read out.
Economical to Own– There are no installation costs and no moving parts that require maintenance or adjustment.
Low Profile– 2.50″ high
Versatile– Accomplishes a multitude of weighing jobs: livestock, pets, feed carts, bulk containers, shipping and receiving.
Portable– The PS2000 weighs only 105 lbs. No need for ramps or recessed floors, as this unit comes with ramped ends.
15′ serial cable

8” Table Top Dial Scale Portion Scale Item #: 816965001613	$110.50
8″ Table Top Dial Scale with a 130lb weighing capacity; great for weighing produce, meats, hay, etc.

MTI LPL-2000 Low Profile Livestock Scale System Item #: MTI LPL-2000	$1,895.00
Weigh Horses, LLamas Low profile livestock scale package includes: 34″x84″ diamond tread aluminum platform, stainless steel digital indicator, rechargeable battery, AC adapter (charger), pre-calibration, and one-year warranty. Maximum weighing capacity 2,000 lbs.

MTI-500WB Livestock Scale System Item #: MTI-500WB

$997.00

This highly durable scale is designed with simplicity, portability, and economy in mind. In just a few minutes the entire system can be setup and ready to weigh. The standard system includes two weigh bars with built in handles and 20′ of homerun cable, quick connector, a NEMA 4X stainless steel digital indicator with backlight, and 2-year warranty.This fully portable system is commonly used for livestock weighing – simply place the bars under an existing squeeze chute or platform and you’re ready to weigh animals. Standard capacity is 2,500 lb per bar with a total system capacity of 5,000 lb. for the 33″ and 40″ lengths. Common uses include:

Livestock chute weighing system.
Used in Alley ways for Cattle, Hogs, Sheep.
5,000lb capacity floor scale – grain, hay and produce.
Used as portable weigh system (4-H, pasture to pasture, fairs and more.)NOTE: While Livestock Scale ships free, Optional Platforms are very heavy and do NOT ship for free. Please call for shipping estimate on Optional Platforms.
33″ weigh 75lbs
40″ weigh 83lbs

MTI500WB Replacement Cable – 105” Item #: MTI500WB-SC	$60.90
105″, Male on both ends, 5 pin round. This cable connects the two weigh bars.

MTI500WB Replacement Cable – 200” Item #: MTI500WB-LC	$62.40
200″, Male on both ends, 5 pin round. This cable connects the two weigh bars.

MTIAHS500 Sheep and Hog Scale System Item #: MTIAHS500

$2,299.95

Package includes 18″x55″ aluminum platform scale, crate assembly, stainless steel digital indicator, rechargeable battery, AC adapter (charger), pre-calibration, one-year warranty. Capacities: 500lb and 1,000 lbs. Shipping is estimated based on weight and location.

Accurate- Provides consistent accuracy within 0.5% and is comes complete with digital indicator and “motion control” software.
Portable- All aluminum construction to maximize portability. 110 lbs. Easy to relocate. Gates are easy to lift.
Low Profile- Small animals can easily step onto the scale avoiding animal stress.
Durable- Complete with stainless steel, hermetically sealed load cells and a stainless steel, NEMA 4X battery-powered digital weight indicator. Built for farm use!
Economical to Own- Low purchase price, virtually no maintenance cost, and economical replacement parts readily available.

MTIAW42S Small Livestock Scale System Item #: MTIAW42S

$559.95

Weigh Dogs, Goats, Alpacas, Grain, etc.
22″x42″ stainless steel platform scale calibrated to a digital readout. The weighing capacity is 550lbs. The scale is powered by a rechargeable batter or AC adapter. Both are included with purchase. The scale also comes with a removable rubber mat and a one-year warranty.

Accurate and reliable
“Hold” feature for unstable loads like animals or large packages
Stainless steel or mild steel weight platform
550 lb x 0.2 lb (250 kg x 0.1 kg) capacity
Rechargeable battery or AC powered
Auto power off
Easy to operate
Compact and light weight

Cattle Guards: Different types and how to select what’s right for your project

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Rob

Barn World has a large selection of cattle guards for all of your livestock guard needs. They may be called by various names (Texas gates, animal guards, cattle grids, cow guards etc.) but they all are the same great idea. Barn World has a cattle guard for every need.

Visit Cattle-Guards.com for a great informational cattle guard website.

Rated Cattle Guards

An HS20 and HS25 rated cattle guards are designed for highway use and certifed to meet the specifications needed for State and Federal requirements such as DOT, BLM, USFS, NP, and US Military installations. They will provide years of rugged service in commercial applications such as mining, forestry, agriculture, and petroleum production. They are also the product of choice for residential usage where city, county, or state regulations require the HS20 rating.Certified structural steel is used in the manufacture of all Barnworld HS20 rated Cattle Guards.

Standard Cattle Guards

Barn World also carries a less expensive option for private use such as washouts and driveways. The Standard 6’and 8′ wide cattle guards are made of NEW 3″ Schedule 40 steel. All Flat Cattle Guards may be ordered with optional wings, integral box, or removable box.

The ATV cattle guards are unique in the industry. These cattle guards are suitable for all types of projects on private land. The standard boxed cattle guards are perfectly suited to construction sites, mine sites and oil field applications.

Spec Cattle Guards

Our 7.5′ and 8′ spec cattle guards meet current AASHTO load ratings and are suitable for all types of applications where a square pipe is desired including heavy duty logging roads. They may be ordered with optional wings or cleanout line.

All cattle guards may be fitted with plow strips that allow plows to cross over the guard with minimal interference and wear.

All cattle guards may be outfitted with a removable box for easier cleaning as an option.

Barn World has a cattle guard to meet your needs. Please call us (720) 238-2190 with your questions and to obtain shipping quotes. We can also provide professional bid packages for large company, military, and government programs and carry a large selection for all of your livestock equipment needs.

Mineral Feeders: Give your animals the nutrients they need

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Rob

MINERAL FEEDERS AT BARN WORLD

Barn World carries a large selection of mineral feeders for all of your livestock. Make sure your animals remain healthy with mineral feeders from Barn World

mineral feeders | lick feeders

Mineral Feeder Replacement Parts

280 Gal. Liquid Feeder Item #: SSLF280	$359.55
Includes 2 lick wheels and mounting brackets Will not rust, rot or corrode. Domed to prevent cattle from standing on top. Heavy rib construction reinforces top to withstand great weights.

Dura Life Lick Feeder Item #: SSLF280	$359.55
280 Gallon mineral feeder. Includes 2 lick wheels and mounting brackets.

Dura Life Lick Feeder – Replacement Wheel Kit Item #: S175442	$96.53
24″ WHEEL KIT (includes 2 lick wheels and mounting brackets)

Ground Style Mineral Feeder Dura Life Item #: S179218	$183.00
Economical and effective for big cattle and even horned cattle. The heaviest “Ground” Feeder available. New thicker 41″ flap (3/8″) which is heavier! Mineral feeder weighs 53 Lbs. Mineral feeder is 15″ high and 38″ wide Mineral feeder has 3 compartments that allow for 200 Lbs. of salt or mineral (loose or block) Made of the highest quality of polyethelene

Upright Mineral Feeder Item #: S15493

$254.36

Beveled hood opening is 28” x 24” – big cattle, even horned cattle, feed easily.

Low center of gravity for stability.

Top of tub is 23” from the ground so calves can gain easy access.

Aerodynamic hood and wind vane aids directional control.

Full 360° rotation protects expensive supplements from the elements.

The 48” x 48” tubular base frame is constructed of 2” 16 gauge, 50,000 psi steel tubing for strength and stability.

Handles only liquid insecticide.

74 lbs.

Wire Salt Holder Item #: S-5	$16.98
Extra heavy 1/4″ steel. Vinyl coated.

Load Ratings

Cattle Guard Box Options

Fixed Boxed Cattle Guards

Removable Boxed Cattle Guards

ATV Cattle Guard

Comfort and Performance

Keeping Sweat to a Minimum

How to Clean Saddle Pads

Combing

Washing

SQUARE BALE KIT

The HOOF-it® ‘All in One’ Hoof Stand

livestock scales | cattle scales

mineral feeders | lick feeders