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Endurance Rider
Since 2013 the Endurance podcast focuses on the amazing sport of endurance riding. Hosted by a legend in the endurance world, Karen Chaton. Episodes include endurance riding tips, guests from all aspects of the sport and stories from the trail. The longest running podcast for the endurance world.
Episodes
Endurance RiderThe Texas Rain Ride, AHA Distance Nationals and After Ride Care for October 13, 2026
Todd Hezeau recounts the rain and lightning soaked Trace Trails ride in Athens, Texas, where flooding forced officials to call the event at 43 miles; despite…
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Revisit Endurance Tips: Vital Signs, Headlamps, Packing and Hydration for September 8, 2026
We revisit some of Karen's amazing tips including the importance of knowing your horses vital signs, headlamps, packing for the vet check and hydration and…
Endurance RiderBehind the Scenes at Tevis, Tahoe Rim 50 and Seat Savers by Endure Gold
Behind the scenes with Tevis production expert Brenna Sullivan to learn how they manage live-streaming from the rugged, remote Sierra Nevada mountains. Karen…
Endurance RiderBehind the Scenes at Tevis, Tahoe Rim 50 and Seat Savers for August 11, 2026 by Endure Gold
Behind the scenes with Tevis production expert Brenna Sullivan to learn how they manage live-streaming from the rugged, remote Sierra Nevada mountains. Karen…
Endurance RiderTevis Stats, Drones and Mom and Daughter Riding Together
We explore the latest Tevis Cup statistics and talk affordable heart rate monitors. We are joined by mother-daughter duo Bridget and Chelsea Helms, who discuss…
Endurance RiderArabian Horses, 40,000 Miles and Post Ride Recovery for June 9, 2026 By Endure Gold
We celebrate Karen’s recent 50‑mile NASDAR ride, where she topped 40,000 AERC lifetime miles, and dig into how endurance riding has evolved with better vet…
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Old Dominion Endurance Ride, Promoting the Sport, Powerful Mindset, for May 12, 2026 by Farnam
Diane Connolly, Old Dominion ride manager tells us about this year's ride in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Jamie Reid Ruff shares some tips…
Endurance RiderEndurance Rider AP & Jeepers’ Journey to Their 1st Tevis, by Farnam for April 14, 2026
Film Animator & equestrian AP Davis shares how she and her horse Jeepers are getting ready for their first Tevis. Karen shares some pointers on getting…
Endurance RiderGaucho Derby Rider Julie Bittick and Sweetwater for March 10, 2026
Endurance rider Julie Bittick discuses her successful, grueling 500 km Gaucho Derby race through Patagonia, Argentina. Plus, a practical Endurance Tip on…
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Endurance Tips: Keeping Motivated, Vitals, Ride Times for February 10, 2026
In this revisit we bring you three Endurance Rider tips from Karen. Keeping motivated during the winter, your horses vital signs and calculating ride times and…
Endurance RiderEndurance Beginner Clinic and Gaucho Derby for January 13, 2026 - Horses in the Morning
Endurance news, including Karen's latest horse updates and tech gadgets, plus a riding tip on securing saddle packs. Two guests: April Lauren from SEDRA to…
Endurance RiderEndurance Beginner Clinic and Gaucho Derby for January 13, 2026
Endurance news, including Karen's latest horse updates and tech gadgets, plus a riding tip on securing saddle packs. Two guests: April Lauren from SEDRA to…
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Guess the Endurance Acronym, Mongol Derby Bid, for December 9, 2025
Karen Chaton is joined by Patti Stedman to tell us just about everything we need to know to get through our first Endurance ride. Heather ‘Flash’ Accardo talks…
Endurance RiderEndurance Convention, Garmin Venu X1 Review and Best Conditioned for November 11, 2025
Karen Chaton catches us up on their latest "Adventures," including her completion of two back-to-back 50-mile rides at the Red Rock Rumble and LTH Octoberfest…
Endurance RiderTeaching Horse Camping, Rain Gear, Virginia City 100 for October 14, 2025 by The Arabian Horse Association
In this endurance episode Karen guides us through training for camping at endurance rides. Plus we talk rain gear with Distance Depot and meet the winner of…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Packing for Vet Check and AHA Endurance Champ Nicole Wertz for September 9, 2025 by Arabian Horse Association
In this endurance episode Karen guides you through what to pack and not pack for a vet check. 2025 AHA Endurance Championship winner Nicole Wertz tells us all…
Endurance RiderTevis 1st Timer Finishes in Style, Big South Fork, by Arabian Horse Association
Canadian rider Rachel Gobbels talks about the challenges and rewards of entering, and finishing, her first Tevis on her Arabian Horse Patrova ARA. Big South…
Endurance RiderTevis Day with Two First Timers for July 8, 2025 by Arabian Horse Association
Tevis Day on the Endurance Rider podcast. We look at the stats Karen put together for Saturday's 2025 Tevis Cup and we meet two first time Tevis Cup riders…
Endurance RiderEndurance Day: Horse Signals, Hat Creek and Bad Feet for June 10, 2025 by Arabian Horse Association
Karen reviews the Fi Tracker and goes over the Ten Horse Signals to Watch for During an Endurance Ride. Plus, Cyd Fairbanks tells us all about the Hat Creek…
Endurance RiderEndurance at Older Ages, Extruded Feed and Trail Manners for May 13, 2025 by The Arabian Horse Association
Karen shares her experience at the High Desert 50 ride, offers tips for trail etiquette and safety, and Diane Whitlock about her experience as an older rider…
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Endurance: Canadian FEI Rides, Arabian Horse Assoc. Distance Horse Nationals, for April 8, 2025
We learn about the Arabian Horse Association's Distance Horse Nationals and the new FEI ride happening in Canada later this year. Listen in...HORSES IN THE…
Endurance RiderEndurance Hall of Fame Winners and Saddle Pack Essentials for March 11, 2025
We are thrilled to speak with Lisa Snyder, an esteemed figure recently inducted into the AERC Hall of Fame. Gunner Frank, the owner of Trinity, a horse also…
Endurance RiderRider's Mindset, Packing After Show and Green beans for February 11, 2025
Joanna Ziettero joins us to talk about the joys of packing up at the end of a show. Erin Grogan speaks about the "That Girl HRN Auditor Team" and "Green Bean…
Endurance RiderCalifornia Fire Rescue Efforts, Hauling Horses Long Distances, for January 14, 2025
We caught up with Vera Kalila in between her rescuing horses from the California Wildfires. She had a terrific 2024 ride season with her daughter Erna and…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Overcoming Injuries & Embracing Growth for December 10, 2024 - Horses in the Morning
Lynn Beazley joins us to tell us how recovering from an injury as a horseback rider over 60 is both a challenge and an opportunity for growth. Plus, Karen…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Tom Quilty Gold Cup, The Long Ride and - Horses in the Morning
Ashley Wingert tells us all about her adventure riding in the Tom Quilty Gold Cup, Australia's premiere 100 mile ride. Dr. Lucian Spataro Jr., on his book "The…
Endurance RiderEndurance Revisit: Emergencies, Tailing and Ride Strategy for October 8, 2024 - Horses in the Morning
Revisit: Today we look back at some great tips we got over the years. First, Victoria Beelik discusses the most important things to do to plan now for an…
Endurance RiderPoop Week and Endurance: Dung Beetles and The Alchemy of Horses for September 10, 2024 by Poseidon Animal Health - Horses in the Morning
We start the show with Poop Week, by Poseidon Animal Health, and a discussion on the importance of Dung Beetles. Then we transition to Endurance with author…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Tevis Winners Jeanette and Reyna Mero and Trot Transitions for August 13, 2024 - Horses in the Morning
Tevis winner Jeanette 'Jay' Mero joins us to discuss her amazing win in blazing hot conditions and she also addresses the horses that were lost this year. Then…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Lost Horse Found, Rescue Horse Aims for Tevis, Bandana Tourniquet Saves the Day, for July 9, 2024 - Horses in the Morning
Judy Hayamizu shares the harrowing story of her horse Sparky's week long walk about in the California wilderness. Erna Valdivia stops by to talk about entering…
Endurance RiderRevisit: Living on the Road With Horses, Friesian Rocks the LD Rides: Endurance Day for Nov 10, 2020 - Horses in the Morning
Revisit: Michelle and her daughter Scout share how they are living full time on the road with their horses. Magali McGreevy is kicking butt with her Friesian…
Endurance RiderNE Endurance Team Challenge at Fair Hill, Rider Fitness, Green Beans, for May 14, 2024 - Horses in the Morning
We chat about the ups and downs of getting young or inexperienced horses out and about, the AERC Green Bean program, tips on rider fitness, and the NE…
Endurance RiderWalking for A Fitter Horse, Endurance Mustangs, Tips for New Riders, for April 9, 2024 - Horses in the Morning
Jeannie Waldron, DVM talks about conditioning a horse that is new to endurance to set them up for success. Ann Scott Wicks shares her adventures riding her…
Endurance RiderTrot on Endurance Rides, Horse Riding in Africa, for March 12, 2024 - Horses in the Morning
We are joined by Melissa Montgomery for a chat about horseback riding in Africa and her recent win at the 20 Mule Team 100 in Ridgecrest, CA while battling 60…
Endurance RiderMud and Equine Arthritis for February 13, 2024
Dr. Susan Garlinghouse joins us to talk about preventing and dealing with arthritis in horses. Karen’s tip is on getting unstuck in mud and the options for…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Mud and Equine Arthritis for February 13, 2024 - Horses in the Morning
Dr. Susan Garlinghouse joins us to talk about preventing and dealing with arthritis in horses. Karen’s tip is on getting unstuck in mud and the options for…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Husband & Wife Team, Lenhart Completes 20th 100, Tips For an Efficient Competition, for Jan 9, 2024 - Horses in the Morning
2023 AERC winners of the Bob and Julie Suhr Husband and Wife Award with 2170 miles Alanna and Gunnar Frank join us along with Sudi Lenhart, VP of the Southeast…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Vital Signs, Horse Worming and New Ride for December 12, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
Karen talks about the importance of knowing your horses vital signs and Laura Worden is an endurance rider and an equine nutritionist and she tells about the…
Endurance RiderVirtual Endurance Rides and Jenna Harrison for November 14, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
It's all virtual today when Abigail Madden tells us about Virtual Tevis for 2024 and Christina Hyke on the Warhorse Virtual Endurance Rides. Plus, Jenna…
Endurance RiderFormer US Army Ranger Conquers Mongol Derby, New Endurance Racing Legend Memoir Sept 12, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
We learn about teaching horses to wear a neck collar. Former US Army Ranger Reid Albano shares his experience riding the Mongol Derby as an amputee. Chasing…
Endurance RiderTevis Review with Jeremy and Heather Reynolds and Haley Moquin for August 8, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
In this all Tevis review episode we are joined by Tevis winner Jeremy Reynolds, as he explains how he trained his horse to ride without a bridle. Heather…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Trail Trials, Monitor EDPP for Horse Health, Decade Teams for July 11, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
We learn about the sport of Trail Trials, chat with Berit Myer about completing at least one 50 mile ride a year on her horse Tezona for 20 years. Plus, is…
Endurance RiderEndurance: 1st Time Ride Manager, Prep Your Horse for Bad Weather Rides, for June 13, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
Karen and Coach Jenn chat about the consequences of not practicing riding in inclement weather, Erin Aloan Grogan shares her experience as a first time ride…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Developing Pacing Skills, Horseback Ride Across Europe, Ride Photo Tips for May 9, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
Karen explains the importance of being be able to judge how fast you are going and how much energy your horse is expending at that pace, Luisa and Pete…
Endurance RiderEndurance: Containing Your Horse at Competitions, Trail Maintenance Volunteers, 1st Time Ride Manager for Apr 11, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
Karen Chaton offers advice on how do you safely contain your horse at a competition. Tami Rogeau, AERC West Region Trails Rep, discusses some of the issues…
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Endurance: Pardners Award, WEG Review and Food Storage for March 14, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
Cindy Bradley and her horse Bo won the 2022 AERC HOF Pard'ners Award and she joins us to tell us about her endurance career. We get an update on last months…
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Endurance: World and National Endurance Championships for Feb 14, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
Mother/Daughter Karen Binns DiCamillo and Jessica DiCamillo share their excitement of representing the US Team at the World Endurance Championship in Abu Dhabi…
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Endurance: Race Against Time, Rider Fitness and Ride Times for Jan 10, 2023 - Horses in the Morning
Author Claire Eckard joins us to talk about her new book "Race Against Time: A Girl, a Pony & the Toughest 100-Mile Race in the World". It is the amazing story…
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Endurance: From AERC's Highest Mileage to Therapy Horse, GPS Tips for Equestrians for Dec 13, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
We'll be chatting with current AERC mileage leader Kerry Lowrey, Cecilia Smith joins us to talk about AERC's highest mileage horse Tulip who is excelling at…
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Endurance: Completing Your First 50, Decade Teams, Horse Trailer Winterization for Nov 8, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
Guests Joni Burden and Samantha Shoemaker join Karen Chaton for a fun filled chat about the perseverance required to ride endurance; whether finishing your…
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Endurance: 2022 Haggin Cup Winner Christoph Schork, Winterize Your Horse Trailer for Oct 11, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
We cover winterizing your horse trailer, learn about ICE (In Case of Emergency) tags and 2022 Haggin Cup winner Christoph Schork joins us.HORSES IN THE MORNING…
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Endurance: Moab Canyons, Heidi Helly and Crew Bags for Sept 13, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
We learn all about the resurrected Moab Canyons (Utah) rides from ride manager Mickey Smith. We also meet trainer and riding coach at Harmony Ranch Heidi Helly…
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Endurance: Tevis Winner Gabriela Blakely, Jennifer Kaplan and Vet Checks for August 9, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
Tevis Winner Gabriela Blakely, the mother of the 2019 Champion, tells us all about her adventures in America's toughest endurance race. Jennifer Kaplan chares…
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Endurance: Tevis Cup Entry Stats, App for Trail Riders for July 12, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
2022 Tevis Cup entrants Ross Carrie and Elaine Lemieux stop by for a pre-race chat, plus we look at this years pre-race stats. Karen Chaton talks about the…
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Revisit: Things Endurance Riders Know, Trilby 1/4 Way to the Moon, Nick on Common Groundsel for June 14, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
Revisit: Karen Chaton chuckles over a list of things only Endurance Riders know, get to know Trilby Pederson, a women who has ridden the equivalent to 1/4 of…
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Endurance: 11 Yr Old Biltmore Winner, Endurance Race Volunteering for May 10, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
We have 11 year old, Mia Moore, who won the Biltmore 100 over the weekend, what an amazing difficult ride. Also, Mia's sponsor Sarah Marie Arthur and Erin…
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HITM Endurance: Ride and Tie, South East Region Events for April 12, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
We learn all about Ride and Tie with Rufus Schneider, then Susan Kasemeyer, SE Region Director of the American Endurance Ride Conference, tells us all about…
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Longevity for Endurance Horses and Endurance Riders, Electrolytes 101, by World Equestrian Center for Mar 8, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
Jeanne Pepper is still competing with her Mustang Tahoe in her 70's and she shares just a few of her many adventures. Mike Tracy shares how he got started in…
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Endurance: Cold Weather Wear, Farzad Faryadi and Diane Connolly for Feb 8, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
South East endurance rider Farzad Faryadi did very well in 2021 and is looking forward to a successful 2022. Diane Connolly, Old Dominion ride manager, tells…
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Endurance: Horse Market, Winter Riding and Listener Questions for Jan 11, 2022 - Horses in the Morning
Aubree Becker of Kentucky Horse Exchange gives some tips on shopping for Endurance horses and Karen answers some listener Endurance questions. Plus, Karen…