November 22nd, 2010 by tf
What is the first thing that goes through your mind when your child first shows a definite interest in horse riding? Many of us might be rather worried as we know how expensive this kind of activity can be, but we should then quickly understand that there are far worse options out there! After all, [...]
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November 21st, 2010 by tf
It can be difficult to know where to start when you are trying to prepare for your earliest horse riding adventures. The animal might be your primary focus of attention, but you also have to ensure that you have all the correct tack and accessories and you have your own clothing all squared away. A [...]
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November 19th, 2010 by tf
Chaps are a very distinctive part of equestrian outerwear, designed principally for comfort and safety, but in some scenarios chaps can also represent a fashionable statement by the wearer. Initially, this item of clothing was designed to help you avoid damage when coming into contact with prickly bushes and other parts of the scenery, as [...]
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November 16th, 2010 by tf
You may be lucky enough to live on a considerable estate, a ranch or on the periphery of all the riding adventure-land you could wish for. In these cases you may be perfectly happy to live with and to enjoy your horse without any need to travel, but the majority of us will need to [...]
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November 15th, 2010 by tf
From the earliest days, the equestrian saddle has transformed so that it is now an essential and very well designed part of the horse riding experience. While they often say that there are “horses for courses,” it is certainly true to say that there are specific types of saddle according to the type of riding [...]
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November 11th, 2010 by tf
You should listen to the more experienced horse riders when you are starting off on your journey and make sure that you choose your clothing and equestrian equipment very carefully and precisely, so that you really enjoy your activities, perform well and remain safe. Cutting corners during any of this process is not a good [...]
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November 11th, 2010 by tf
Although horse riding is not one of the most dangerous activities, you should be aware of the risks. By being adequately prepared, you can cut those risks down significantly. By selecting the right tack or gear and always making sure that you wear the right clothing, you can cut down the chances of being injured [...]
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November 10th, 2010 by tf
There are a large variety of horse rugs available for all situations and weather conditions. You might live in an area that is plagued by bad weather conditions, or you might have some special activities planned for your horse, but there is such a variety of equestrian rugs available to assist you, that you should [...]
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November 8th, 2010 by tf
If you have ever been to any equestrian events of any kind, you will undoubtedly have noticed the participants wearing jodphurs. Designed primarily for horse riding, they are very distinguishable. We can trace their origin back to the turn of the 19th century when they were used for the purpose of playing polo in Jodhpur, [...]
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November 8th, 2010 by tf
It can be difficult to choose the correct riding boots when you are first starting out in horse riding. There seem to be so many different types and it can be difficult to determine which type is applicable for your needs. You have heard that certain types of boot need to be worn with certain [...]
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