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Horse Riding Disciplines

The Lazy Jumper

Q. My seasoned jumper is a “been there, done that” kind of horse. But lately he’s been dropping rails, almost…

17 years ago


Ask the Expert: Shifting Weight in Barrel Racing

Photo: micadew on flickr/CC BY-SA 2.0 Q. How should I shift my weight while going toward, around and then away…

17 years ago

How to Band a Western Horse’s Mane

Here are some simple steps for mane banding from expert groomer Casey Warren. But before you begin, check competition rules…

17 years ago

What is a Reining Bit?

Q. I see bits in catalogs called “reining bits.” Is that what I should ride my reining horse in? A.…

17 years ago

Ask the Expert: Saddle Up for Eventing

Q. I’m just getting started in the lower levels of eventing and am wondering about the best saddle to buy…

17 years ago

Perfect Your Rollback

Cutting, reining and working cow horse competitions share many similarities, one of which is the rollback. Whether executed while working…

17 years ago

Cue Speed Between Barrels

Q. My 6-year-old barrel horse runs to the first barrel and home from the last barrel well, but between barrels…

17 years ago

Make a Better Dressage Entrance

Q. I have a hard time making a good first impression in my dressage tests. I can’t turn down the…

17 years ago

How to Get a Square Halt

Q.  I ride lower-level dressage and am having trouble getting my horse to halt square. Can you give some pointers?…

17 years ago

When Can a Young Horse Start Jumping?

Q. I have a 4-year-old warmblood that I want to begin jumping. My vet is going to examine him to…

17 years ago