Crossing America On Mustang : Grit, Faith, And 6,000 Miles

Send us Fan MailWhat does it take to ride from Utah to the Atlantic Ocean and back on two Mustangs—and finish with zero lameness? We sit down with Jake of Year of the Mustang for a raw, practical, and heartening look at a 6,000-mile journey powered by faith, preparation, and the sheer grit of two remarkable geldings. From setting a departure date years in advance to trimming pack weight down to the essentials, Jake shows how big goals get real when you put them on the calendar and break them into honest, testable steps.We dig into the nuts and bolts that long riders and horse owners crave: how to plan routes around public lands, water, and grazing; why packing less can save your horses’ backs; and how Mustangs handle forage changes that would sideline many domestic horses. Jake shares how GPS kept navigation simple, how he shod his own horses on the road with borrowed forges, and why traffic management in the East demanded tough choices—like sending his mare home for safety. He also offers the “rule of tens” for conditioning: don’t attempt ten days if you haven’t nailed two, don’t reach for a month if you haven’t mastered a week.The story unfolds further as we delve into Mustang genetics, adoption pathways, and the surprising range of types you’ll find across the West—including lines with draft heritage that can suit real work. There are vivid field notes too: a mountain lion standoff by a dark river, bighorn sheep, black bears, a tornado touchdown nearby, and that quiet moment of touching ocean water in New Jersey with the skyline on the horizon. Through it all, the Mustangs’ resilience stands out—healthy weight, strong feet, and steady minds under changing feed, weather, and terrain.If you’re curious about long-distance horse travel, Mustang adoption, hoof care on the road, or how to turn a “someday” ride into a lived journey, you’ll find hard-won insights and encouragement here. Subscribe for more stories and practical takeaways, share this with a horse‑loving friend, and leave a review to help others find the show.Subscribe to Jake on YouTube -  | www.youtube.com/@jakeharvathFaceBook- https://www.facebook.com/p/Year-of-the-Mustang-100095731503504/https://yearofthemustang.com/en-usdSupport the showFind us online at DraftHorsesAndMulesForSale.com