It’s not exactly heaven, but this is pretty darn close. Don’t you hate how every tack or western-clothing store is over-priced or full of cheap-made products? I found a hole-in-the-wall store in Benton, Arkansas that has tack literally from wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling. You kind of have to dig through everything, but there are a few bargains to be found. I could have spent all day long in this store, but we’ll just have to make multiple trips.

Sue’s Tack. This is what you see just inside the door, only on my trip, I could not see those walls.
Found a good saddle pad and blanket. Yep, they even have Oklahoma State Orange!
Even found one that fit just right in the kitchen…
And I found a decent saddle to use as a spare, or at least until I find the one I am really looking for. Needs some cleaning, but it’ll work.

We’ll have to see what I find on some follow-up trips.

Do you have a favorite tack store or have you ever had to dig through a mess just to find an unexpected treasure?

Published by Ryan Goodman

Ryan Goodman works in grassroots advocacy as a communications consultant with beef cattle farmers and ranchers across the United States. He is a proud alumnus of Oklahoma State University, with studies focusing on cattle reproduction and nutrition. Ryan's experience in the beef industry range from family farms and ranches in several states to large feedlots and non-profit policy organizations. Ryan is an avid trail and ultrarunner, proudly showing how beef can be an important part of a healthy diet and active lifestyle. Find Ryan on social media as @BeefRunner.