What upgrades improve the gang’s horse stamina?

In Red Dead Redemption 2, upgrading the gang’s horse stamina is a crucial aspect of improving your overall gameplay experience. Horse stamina determines how long your horse can gallop or sprint before tiring, which is especially important during long rides, chases, or escapes. To enhance horse stamina for the gang, you’ll need to focus on camp upgrades, bonding with your horse, and using specific items.\n\nOne of the primary ways to improve horse stamina is by upgrading the gang’s camp through the Ledger system. The Ledger is a book located near Dutch’s tent in the camp, and it allows you to purchase upgrades using money donated to the gang’s funds. To access the Ledger, you must complete the mission ''Money Lending and Other Sins II'' in Chapter 2, which unlocks the ability to contribute to and spend from the camp’s funds. Once unlocked, you can purchase upgrades that benefit the entire gang, including those that improve horse stamina.\n\nThe most important upgrade for horse stamina is the ''Horse Station.'' This upgrade costs $325 and is available under the ''Lodging'' section of the Ledger. Once purchased, the Horse Station allows you to summon any of your owned horses to the camp, but more importantly, it improves the stamina of all gang horses. This upgrade is particularly useful for players who frequently use horses for missions or exploration, as it ensures your horse can sustain longer rides without needing to stop and rest.\n\nAnother way to improve horse stamina is by bonding with your horse. Bonding increases your horse’s stats, including stamina, and is achieved by spending time with your horse, feeding it, brushing it, and calming it during stressful situations. Bonding levels range from 1 to 4, with each level providing a significant boost to stamina. For example, at Bonding Level 4, your horse’s stamina core will regenerate faster, and its overall stamina bar will be larger. To maximize bonding, make sure to regularly care for your horse and use it during missions and exploration.\n\nIn addition to camp upgrades and bonding, you can use specific items to temporarily boost horse stamina. Horse Stimulants and Horse Tonics are consumable items that restore and enhance stamina. These can be purchased from general stores or crafted using herbs like Wild Carrot and Sage. Using these items during intense moments, such as chases or long rides, can give your horse the extra stamina it needs to keep going. Always keep a few of these items in your inventory for emergencies.\n\nFor players who want to maximize their horse’s stamina, it’s also important to choose the right horse breed. Some breeds, like the Arabian or Turkoman, have naturally higher stamina stats. These horses are ideal for players who prioritize speed and endurance. You can find these breeds in specific locations, such as the Arabian horse near Lake Isabella or the Turkoman at the Saint Denis stable.\n\nFinally, practical tips for maintaining horse stamina include avoiding overworking your horse, feeding it regularly, and using the ''calm'' feature while riding. Overworking your horse by constantly sprinting or galloping will drain its stamina quickly, so alternate between speeds to conserve energy. Feeding your horse with hay, apples, or other provisions will restore its stamina core, ensuring it stays in peak condition. Using the calm feature (pressing the left stick on consoles) while riding also helps reduce stamina drain and keeps your horse steady.\n\nBy combining camp upgrades, bonding, and strategic item use, you can significantly improve your horse’s stamina and enhance your overall gameplay experience in Red Dead Redemption 2.