Re: RC: Up Hill or Down

[Tivers@aol.com]

In a message dated 1/9/00 6:07:25 AM Pacific Standard Time, 
Bluebirdpr@aol.com writes:

<< Need some opinions and I figured I could get a few on Ridecamp.  In laying 
 out our trail for our April ride, we have one loop that has a steady four 
 mile climb.  Steep in some places and average in others.  Question is 
whether 
 it's best, and preference, for the riders and horses to climb or descend.  
My 
 horses climb it just fine but I condition on these trails. 
 
 Thanks,
 
 Phil 
  >>


Actually, descending is harder on the horse, especially if it is done under 
rider and at any kind of speed.

ti


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