[Ag-eq] Anyone out there?

[Peg Brandt]

Hey, Nella and All!  If you were to go into the show ring you need proper tack and proper way to hold your reins plus proper seat.  English classes require the correct English saddle for the class you are entered in.  Hunt seat for hunt classes, low backed aeat for pleasure and dressage, etc... And you direct rein  in English classes!  Western classes also require appropriate saddle. Fancy, embellished, ornate saddle for pleasure and costume classes. Plaineer saddle for games and barrels or you could use a specific barrel racing saddle.  Plus, the Arabian horse people have their own saddles for these classes to fit their horses better that will show off their horses better>  Proper bits (snaffles for young horses that usually have their own classes, any other Western bit though hackamores usually aren't permitted).  Most all Western events are neck reined except for snaffle bit classes and these are usually set up for the very young horse that you are beginning to break or train whichever you like to call it.  I'm old school where it is break though I didn't do it harshly when I first broke my horses!  If you're just puttsing around in the ring, down the trail, down the road or anywgere, ride what works best for you!  Oh, I almost forgot I am not sure on posting in English classes.  I think, but am not sure, point earning classes require posting but the little backyard shows it is an optional thing?  Is this how it goes English riders?  Well, gotta finish rest of my email.  Toodles for now!  Peg, in Iowa 
> From: nfoster at extremezone.com
> To: ag-eq at nfbnet.org
> Date: Sat, 13 Mar 2010 10:05:54 -0700
> Subject: Re: [Ag-eq] Anyone out there?
> 
> 
> I'm just wondering if those of you who ride tend to direct or neck rein when 
> riding. I feel more comfortable direct reining since that is what I first 
> learned when taking English lessons. I also have a better feel for where 
> the horses head is and what they are doing. The mules are better at direct 
> reining too, so that is what we usually do.
> 
> I also find that when riding in a western saddle I feel that I have less 
> contact with my mount. I mostly use an old McClellan Calvary saddle; I love 
> it and it fits all the mules. I also use and endurance saddle and have one 
> light weight synthetic western. The McClellan has less leather and English 
> stirrups; I can really feel the movement of the animals with it.
> 
> I would love to hear others opinions on the subject.
> 
> Nella
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Aleeha Dudley" <blindcowgirl1993 at gmail.com>
> To: "Agricultural and Equestrean Division List" <ag-eq at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Friday, March 05, 2010 5:55 AM
> Subject: Re: [Ag-eq] Anyone out there?
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> 
> > Hi, My name is Aleeha Dudley and I love riding. I participate in the
> > local 4H fair every year with my quarter horse, Milo. I lease him from
> > my instructor. I would like to expand my knowledge of riding and the
> > many different equestrian sports. I can walk, trot, and canter, both
> > in English and Western saddles. Any tips or tricks about riding would
> > be greatly appreciated. Good luck with riding, and feel free to e-mail
> > me at blindcowgirl1993 at gmail.com.
> > Thanks,
> > Aleeha
> >
> > On 3/4/10, Jody W. Ianuzzi <jody at thewhitehats.com> wrote:
> >> Hi all,
> >>
> >> I joined this list but I haven't received any messages. Is anyone out
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> >> any blind horse back riders out there?
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> >>
> >> Happy trails,
> >>
> >> JODY
> >>
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