Part 3: Jock puts together a course including notoriously more difficult elements, such as a coffin. The riders focus on their speed and finding a line through the fences. One of the riders demonstrates excellent planning and has a very smooth, well executed clear round.
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The Right Speed For Cross Country | J...
Part 2: Jock emphasizes the importance of a horse being adjustable across country. He explains how it's key that the ability to be fast and then easily come back to the rider before the fence and jump out of an appropriate stride. He goes on to discuss adjusting speed for balance.
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Studs Discussion | Lucinda Green | PA...
Part 1: Lucinda Green hosts a lively discussion on the use of studs. She begins by explaining the damage that can be done when studs are over used and used incorrectly as they interrupt the natural sliding motion on the horse's hooves when stopping. She encourages everyone to think carefully abou...
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Schooling Skinnies | Clayton Frederic...
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