This guide to horsemanship covers every aspect of the subject, from the diverse and specialist equipment for both horse and rider to learning to ride and competing in riding competitions. The first section of the book is a directory-style approach to the complete range of horse equipment. Saddles, bridles and bits, training aids and gadgets, clothing and protective equipment are all discussed in detail. Step-by-step sequences on fitting tack are designed to benefit novice riders, and expert riders can compare the many ...
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This guide to horsemanship covers every aspect of the subject, from the diverse and specialist equipment for both horse and rider to learning to ride and competing in riding competitions. The first section of the book is a directory-style approach to the complete range of horse equipment. Saddles, bridles and bits, training aids and gadgets, clothing and protective equipment are all discussed in detail. Step-by-step sequences on fitting tack are designed to benefit novice riders, and expert riders can compare the many examples of contemporary designs. The second section is a step-by-step presentation of riding techniques. It begins with the basics of horse riding and progresses to demonstrating more advanced skills, including refining rhythm and balance and riding cross-country. The third and final section covers the world of horse riding competitions. Divided between jumping and non-jumping competitions, this section examines the well-known sports of show-jumping, polo and dressage, as well as the more obscure competitions, such as endurance riding, vaulting and driving. There are details on how each competition is judged, tips on how to train your horse for different sports and advice on choosing the most appropriate competition for your skill level and the ability of your horse.
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