Buckaroo John's Blog

The chuck wagon was invented in 1866, when Texas rancher Charles Goodnight converted an old army-surplus Studebaker wagon into a mobile kitchen to feed cowboys while driving cattle from Texas to New Mexico.  The wagon itself carried everything you could possibly need. A Dutch oven was important for cooking, along with food such as beans, salted meat, sourdough biscuits, dry fruit, a water barrel, guns, ammo, farrier supplies, ropes, lanterns, firewood, kerosene, slickers, bandages, coffee, tobacco and alcohol. If a cowboy or calf was injured, they would ride in the back of the chuck wagon. The second highest ranking cowboy...

Now I know you've all been a hairy situation on a horse where suddenly you're channeling your inner Lane Frost. Most riders try to balance themselves on a bucker or crow hopper by the reins, which isn't the most ideal. Cowboys of the old west had what is called a night latch for just those situations.  A night latch is a safety strap that was made out of rope, leather, or even an old belt, which is attached to the saddle to help you stay on an out of control horse. You are using the strap to form a loop to...

This past month has really been something else. Small businesses everywhere were closing their doors, some to never reopen. People were wondering how to feed their families, as millions were let go from their jobs. However, you all have been amazing. The orders kept coming in, and our small shop was able to keep on trucking along. Not only that, but the customer reviews and the pictures of our handmade tack on your steeds have been pouring in.  This Sunday, our blog post is purely about sharing your images. We hope you enjoy!     Once again, we thank you...

The mecate can be attached to a bosal and also to slobber straps on a bridle. Here are two videos on how to set up both!     We make a variety of mecate reins. Head over to www.buckarooleather.com to shop our selection!