March 5, 2003 - National Reined Cow Horse Association Sponsor Committee Chairman Carol Rose announced in February that Classic Equine has become a National Reined Cow Horse Association Corporate Partner.

Rose said, "Classic Equine products are the Official Horse Boots, Saddle Pads and Ropes of the NRCHA, and a sponsor of leather strap goods of the association." She added, "It's exciting to have Classic Equine join our team. Classic owners Ken and Billie Bray and their staff are hands-on horsemen who are actively devoted to continually refining their products for horses and horsemen."

She added, "Their quality products and visibility in the horse industry are a great match for our events, members and fans."

Classic Equine President Ken Bray was enthusiastic, as well. "We are excited about our association with the NRCHA and look forward to a great partnership."

In its capacity as NRCHA Corporate Partner, Classic Equine will provide awards for NRCHA major events as well as saddle pads, headstalls and breast collars as 2002 year-end awards.

Classic Equine offers a product line that satisfies the serious competitor's high expectations in a variety of innovative and protective products including saddle pads, cinches, support boots, and bell boots. All products are manufactured to the highest standards for quality and value and are designed based on input from leading riders. For more information visit the Classic Equine web site at www.classicequine.com or call 1-800-654-7864.

The National Reined Cow Horse Association, the governing body of cow horse competition, is responsible for promoting the sport, insuring high standards of competition and educating members and the public about the history and tradition of the cow horse. Through the support of a Corporate Partner family that includes Bayer Corporation, Cinch, Inc., MD Barns, Platinum Performance, Inc., Purina Mills, Inc., Skyline Silversmiths, Sundowner Trailers, Western Horseman magazine, Quarter Horse News magazine, the Reno Hilton, horsecentral.com, Rios of Mercedes, Bob's Custom Saddles, Classic Equine and the Silver Legacy, the association works to keep the vaquero tradition alive in today’s equine industry.

For information on the National Reined Cow Horse Association, call 580-759-4949 or visit the NRCHA Official Web Site at www.nrcha.com.