My Soapbox for Equestrian Writings
I can only image what one of my horses would do if I galloped them at a 7′ wall. Jumping it would certainly never occur to them. Mclain Ward and ZZ Top cleared this at the Washington International Horse Show. But that effort only tied them for first place! Aaron Vale and his mount, Thinks […]
Read MoreWhile you need to give Rick Wallace credit for “stickability” (for those who don’t compete, if the rider’s feet touch the ground they are disqualified), I think the real prize goes to Ultimate Decision who was very, very patient and understanding while his rider swung around his neck like he was a jungle gym. I […]
Read MoreKudos to Buck Davidson for managing to stay out of the water.
Read MoreI love it when your horse makes you look good. You know, when they behave themselves and it looks like you can ride? I took Zelda for a cross country schooling adventure and she was a star! My expectations were modest. I wanted to jump some small fences, get some eyes on the ground and […]
Read MoreI’ve certainly seen some xc jumps that I would consider going under! Of course, once they learn this is an option (or are overfaced) then how do you convince them that going over the jump is better?
Read MoreThose Shetland ponies sure can go! Future steeplechase jocks in the making. From the Washington International Horse Show. Those kids and ponies are adorable.
Read MoreThis girl gives an impressive ride — not only does she stay on during an epic bucking fit, she stays on course and finishes the jumps without stirrups.
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