Walking and Talking With Karl Cook

Oct 21 2024 41 ep. 10 mins 1

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What started as a top show jumper analyzing his rounds for others to learn has now adapted into a passion for education. Karl hates how most people are taught, and he wants knowledge to be free for those who have the desire to look for it. The goal is to make our sport more accessible. Additionally, he wants to provide a platform for equestrians to discover new techniques, grow as horsemen and women, and spark conversation within the industry.

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Local Horse Show Transport

Oct 21 2024 3 mins

Walking & Talking - A few weeks ago we covered how we travel internationally with our horses so let’s discuss how we travel locally. In this video, we will cover the design and features of our new local horse trailer. Key features include large, accessible doors and ramps for quick loading and unloading, rubber floors for safety, and a design that allows horses to be loaded b

International Show Travel with Karl Cook

Oct 08 2024 1 mins

WALKING AND TALKING!! Sometimes heading to a show is as easy as driving ten minutes down the road and other times it requires flying across the world. This is how we get our horses across the world safely and in the best health possible!

US Olympic Selection Procedure

Sep 26 2024 18 mins

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk about the US Olympic selection procedure. No matter what the system and process are there is always better so let’s talk about some simple tangible solutions. Some may be nervous about what I have to say but given my recent experience, I believe we can all move forward together. So take a deep breath, this will be fun.

Fitting The Swelham Bit

Sep 11 2024 4 mins

Let’s fit my new #swelham bit. I have received some messages/comments from people wanting to see the Swelham on a bridle so let's go over it. If I do not touch on something you would like to see, comment below and I’ll be happy to address it.

The Final Individual Olympic Round

Aug 15 2024 13 mins

Walking and Talking!!! After taking some time to process, let’s talk about the final individual round at the #Paris2024 #Olympics

Paris 2024 Jumping Team Final

Aug 03 2024 9 mins

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk about the team final, the course, our round, and the silver medal. My unicorn lady #Caracole has just been on another level of brilliance, she loves showing back in her native France. Everyone on the @usajumping team has given all and it paid off. What a dream come true and a life-altering experience. Thank you so much everyone @pomponioranch it t

Paris 2024 Jumping Team Qualifier

Aug 02 2024 10 mins

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk about our round in the first round of the team final here at the Paris #olympics in Versailles. What an amazing experience for the best team on the grid. We qualified just behind Germany in second. Let’s get this thing done. All or nothing for gold!! @pomponioranch @usajumping

Let's Talk About Lasers

Jul 19 2024 11 mins

WALKING AND TALKING!! Therapies play a critical role in our program. As with everything we integrate our vets and body worker (who is also a board-certified vet and not some random whacko) in every element. We adjust our training to reflect the horse’s specific therapies, vet work, and feeding. Within the umbrella of therapies, we use laser therapy a lot. When you understand what

Let's release a brand new product!

Jul 10 2024 15 mins

Walking and Talking! Let's release a brand new product! Introducing my latest creation - the Swelham! It's a unique hybrid of the best features from a swale and a Pelham bit. I developed and created the prototype years ago, and now it's time to share its special features with you. Watch the video where I explain in detail how it functions. I'm excited for you to try

Let's talk about the La Baule Grand Prix

Jun 11 2024 10 mins

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk about the La Baule Grand Prix with the unbelievable Caracole De La Roque! On the back of our week in Rome she comes here and delivers another spellbinding performance to finish second in the GP. We were so close to first, and would have had it with a slightly refined track. Caracole is on fire, everyone @pomponioranch is giving everything they got