[Ag-eq] Anyone out there?

[Nella Foster]

Peg:

I believe a friend told me that she cannot post during dressage 
competitions, but I'm not sure about that.  Since all I do is trail riding I 
don't worry about it a lot.

Nella
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Peg Brandt" <hazer100 at hotmail.com>
To: "NFB Equine" <ag-eq at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Saturday, March 13, 2010 6:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Ag-eq] Anyone out there?


>
> 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?
>>
>>
>> > 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
>> >> there?
>> >>
>> >> any blind horse back riders out there?
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> Happy trails,
>> >>
>> >> JODY
>> >>
>> >> Barrel racers know how to take turns.......
>> >>
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