Ridecamp: [RC] A little story about my ride in the OD 50

F. Hillman capella@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Just posted this story (and photos) on my website - www.aurigafarm.8m.com 
for those who enjoy a good tale of endurance riding on the OD!

BTW - if you've never tried the OD, don't let the mention of the
 rocky trails put you off from doing this ride -- it is probably
 the most spectacular in terms of stunning scenery, demanding
 terrain, and technical endurance challenges that might be found
 on the east coast.

Last year I did the 25 (or LD) as a sponsor for a junior -- and
 I had a blast! It was easy, and tons of fun.  No pressure or 
stress since the management (very wisely!!) only awarded
 completions -- a great way to have riders relax and enjoy a
 small sampling of what endurance riding is about.

This year I put what I learned last year (in the LD) to the 
test -- and did the 50. I can honestly say I loved every moment
 of it, and would do it again in a heartbeat. :-)

PS.  Tom -- regarding your recent post:  There are more than a 
few of us who also "train" ourselves, and not just our horses, 
for endurance riding. From personal experience I'll add that personal training certainly goes a long way towards trimming
 the waistline .. besides wearing out scores of mountain running shoes. ;-)  




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