Rawhide Western is a family business that began in 1979 when Chris and Gail Mackenzie started serving Australia’s western and horse community.

For decades, Mum and Dad built a business known for supporting rodeos, barrel races, campdrafts and horse people from all walks of life. Their passion for the western industry, commitment to customer service and love of the western way of life became the foundation of Rawhide Western.

In 2023, I took over the day-to-day running of the business so Mum and Dad could step back from the demands of travelling and running a retail business. While Mum is no longer with us, her influence remains at the heart of everything we do and her legacy continues through the customers, friendships and community she helped build.

Dad still plays a part behind the scenes, creating leatherwork and sharing the knowledge and craftsmanship that have been part of our family for generations.

Today, you’ll find me travelling Queensland in the Rawhide bus, attending rodeos, barrel races, campdrafts and country events, proudly continuing the family business Mum and Dad worked so hard to create.

When you shop with Rawhide Western, you’re supporting a genuine Australian family business built on tradition, community and a lifelong love of horses and the western lifestyle.