Whit and Seven wrangling in Big Sky, Montana. Painted by William Whitaker and featured in the National Cowboy Hall of Fame.
Founded in Bozeman, Montana, Rock’n Seven Tack Company was established by Whit W. Olson.
What began as a way to pass the time traveling between rodeos has transformed into more than just paying entry fees, it is now career Whit loves. Whit’s ability to make hard to find items and custom fit gear to compliment both the horse and rider, quickly became a highly desired service.
Formerly working as a back country guide and wrangler, Whit’s extensive knowledge and experience working with horses in the hazardous mountain terrain, give him a unique and important focus. Such experience provides Whit a unique perspective on making quality tack that is both comfortable horse and rider. After years of unavoidable wrecks and injuries Whit retired from bronc riding and guiding, and began braiding full time. He soon found that the comforts of a heated braiding shop beat a spring snow storm at 8,000 feet.
While earning his equine science degree from Montana State University, Whit began studying under professional braider, Hial Steele of Manhattan, Montana. Whit quickly developed his skills to a new level of gear making where functionality blended beautifully with elegance. Whit contributes much of his success to this loyal friend and fellow braider. To continue to further his knowledge and skill, Whit travels several weeks a year to work with other braiders and plaiters all over the United States.
In 2006, Whit was blessed to meet Megan E. Brower from El Dorado Springs, Missouri and they were later married in the spring of 2008. Megan has played an instrumental role as Marketing Director for Rock’n Seven Tack Co. Currently, Whit and Megan live in Alexandria, Virginia where Megan pursues her career working with government and Whit continues to braid.
Whit has several credits to his name including being a featured gear maker in the prestigious King’s Saddlery Museum and winner of the 2008 World Leather Debut- Rawhide Braiding. Whit has also been invited to exhibit his work at several other gear gatherings and museums in the coming year.
The Rock’n Seven Tack Company is named after Whit’s first horse, Seven.