The Classic Series Redrive
A podcast about all facets of the six-horse hitch industry! Tune in to listen to in-depth conversations with exhibitors, breeders, show committees, sale chairmen, and so much more!
Episodes
We are less than two weeks from everyone being in Kansas City for the World Finals! Listen in to preview #2 as we chat with some of the Clydesdale six-horse hitch drivers and one of the World Finals committee members, Lane Soendker
Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #158!
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Your 2026 World Finals coverage starts now!
We are less than a month away from show time and the excitement is building for the show in Kansas City. Listen in to preview #1 as we chat with some of the Belgian & Percheron six-horse hitch drivers.
Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #157!
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What does it really take to put together a World Champion hitch?
Freeman Yoder and Ross Honsberger join Kyle and Mark for a conversation about what goes on behind the scenes of a top-level hitch. From selecting the right horses and putting a team together to training, fitting and getting every detail just right, there’s a lot more to building a championship hitch than what you see in the show ring.
Here is part TWO!
Thank you to...
What does it really take to put together a World Champion hitch?
Freeman Yoder and Ross Honsberger join Kyle and Mark for a conversation about what goes on behind the scenes of a top-level hitch. From selecting the right horses and putting a team together to training, fitting and getting every detail just right, there’s a lot more to building a championship hitch than what you see in the show ring.
In Part 1, the guys dig into ...
The inaugural season of the Classic Riding Series is officially underway, and this week we're joined by Nancy Jeske and Kelsey Gilbert to take an in-depth look at where the series stands and where it's headed. As two passionate advocates for riding draft horses, Nancy and Kelsey discuss what's gone well in year one, the challenges that still need to be addressed, and the opportunities that lie ahead.
From judging and class structure...
One of the most accomplished draft horse drivers to ever climb onto a wagon, Craig Grange joins us for an unforgettable conversation. With championships across all of the major draft horse breeds and a career that has influenced generations of exhibitors, Craig has truly seen it all.
We sit down to hear how it all began, the people and horses that shaped his journey, and the stories behind a lifetime spent at the top of the draft ho...
Listen in to the Town Hall that the Classic Series board of directors recently held. This was an opportunity for the membership to ask questions and get answers! They have plans to make these a regular event so keep your eyes open for future town halls!
Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #152!
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This week, we sit down with experienced farrier Loren Mast, whose lifelong involvement in the draft horse industry has given him a unique perspective on hoof care and soundness. Loren specializes in corrective shoeing, and we discuss how proper hoof balance can impact a horse's movement, longevity, and performance.
From evaluating conformation to solving common hoof problems, Loren shares practical advice, stories from years under h...
This week we sit down with Chad Zubrod and Jim Day to talk all things 2026 World Percheron Congress. From the history and significance of the event to what exhibitors and spectators can expect in St. Paul in July, we cover a little bit of everything as excitement continues to build toward one of the biggest gatherings in the Percheron world. The Congress returns to St. Paul July 6-11, 2026 at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
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This week we sat down with two of the people who help keep the draft horse industry rolling behind the scenes. We visited with Stacie Lynch and Michelle Keaffaber to talk about everything that goes into serving their breed associations and the people behind them.
From registrations and transfers to annual meetings, youth involvement, and the day-to-day conversations with breeders and exhibitors across the country, these ladies truly...
In this episode, we sit down with Thiago Boechat and Scott Nebergall to talk all things ICSI in horses and how this advanced reproductive technology is shaping the future of the equine industry. From the science behind the process to what it means for breeders, owners, and competitors, Thiago and Scott break down how ICSI is helping produce the next generation of top horses.
Whether you’re deeply involved in breeding or just c...
On this episode, Kyle and Mark sit down with Jason Gregg and Brian Coleman to talk all things transporting horses. From hauling across the county to traveling throughout North America, these two bring years of real-world experience to the table. Jason shares insight from building horse semi trailers, while Brian talks through what it takes to safely move horses mile after mile.
Listen to the end to hear our newest PENNWOODS PERSPECT...
The guys spent some time catching up with Greg Lurvey of Strawberry Lane Percherons. After stepping away for a few years, Greg found his way back to the show ring with a deeper purpose.
Today, the hitch travels North America in honor of his late wife, who bravely battled Scleroderma. It’s more than competition now… it’s about carrying on her memory and doing what they loved together.
Stories like this are what make...
Horse sale season is rolling, and the Mid-America Draft Horse Sale once again proved why it’s one of the most talked-about sales in the industry. The record for the highest-selling draft horse didn’t just fall… it got smashed three different times in the same day.
Kyle and Mark sit down with Virgil Yoder, a member of the sale committee, along with Leonard Beachy and Loren Beachy, who now hold the top two spots for...
This episode was a true round table conversation with Mark and Kyle, joined by Mark Barie and Justin Hussey. The group sat down to talk openly about how the draft horse industry has changed over the years and what those changes have meant for breeders, exhibitors, and buyers.
They dug into how horse sales have evolved, what today’s buyers are looking for, and how technology, marketing, and shifting priorities have reshaped the...
Dave Carson is a man that has surely made a name for himself in the draft horse industry and beyond. You won't want to miss this episode where Kyle and Mark talk with him about how he got his start with heavy horses and how he made his mark on the agricultural industry not only in Canada, but worldwide.
PLUS, executive secretary, Logan Mauch, joins in to give us a Classic Series update!
Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #143!
This episode features the Gordeyko family of Willow Way Clydesdales from Alberta, Canada. A family that has raised Clydesdales for generations and built a program that speaks for itself. From the early years to today, Willow Way has produced more World Champions than you can count, and their influence on the breed reaches far beyond the show ring.
Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #142!
This episode we sit down with two well known judges from the fine harness world, Bret Day and Smith Lilly. They join Kyle and Mark for an honest conversation about how their judging process really works, what they are looking for in the ring, and how decisions get made when things are tight. We also spend some time comparing the fine harness side to the draft horse industry and where the two worlds line up and where they don’...
This episode is a true roundtable talk focused on the Youth Classic Cart Series and the results of the recent membership survey. Kyle and Mark sit down with Doyle Dingman, Enos Yoder and Greg Bourbonnais to walk through what the survey asked, what members had to say, and what themes kept popping up in the responses.
We cover what’s working well, where there’s room to grow, and how the feedback could help shape the future...
This week I sat down with Jake Schut, the guy who can build a draft horse wagon to match your dreams. Jake talks about how he learned the craft, what goes into building a rig that can hold up in the ring and on the road, and what it’s been like showing with Monte West Clydesdales.
We also check in with Dr. Chad Zubrod for an update on EHV-1. He breaks down what horse owners need to know right now, what symptoms to watch for, a...
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