Real Adult Ammy Life
I’m an adult amateur rider with a full-time career and zero interest in pretending this sport is easy, cheap, or straightforward.
I didn’t grow up riding, so everything I’ve learned has been through experience and a lot of trial and error.
I test products and try new experiences so I can share what actually holds up. I document what it really looks like to improve as an adult in a sport where perfection is the expectation.
If you’ve ever questioned whether something is worth your time, your money, or your effort, you’re in the right place.
Real riding. Honest reviews. Zero fluff.
About
"No hour of life is lost that is spent in the saddle"-Winston Churchill
I’m not here to make this sport look easier than it is.
I’m here to figure it out and share what actually holds up along the way.
Between a full-time job, real financial decisions, and the pressure to improve, I approach riding differently than someone who grew up in it.
That perspective is the point.
My workTests equestrian gear across price points
Documents real show experiences
Shows the reality of being an adult learning this sport and making mistakes in real time
Asks what it means to put all your time, money, and energy into this sport and NOT be competing at the highest level.
My Favorite Brands
Rider
Freeride Equestrian
Rider
Dada Sport
Horse & Rider
Manhattan Saddlery
Horse & Tack
Le Mieux
Horse & Rider
Edgewood