ridecamp@endurance.net: Re: [endurance] rider weight

Re: [endurance] rider weight

BECHACK@aol.com
Tue, 26 Mar 1996 12:44:52 -0500

As I progress downward in weight divisions and get myself into better shape,
I certainly hope so!!!

But seriously, it is not just dead weight you are taking off. With any
luck you are going to help by being more in shape, more balanced, and I
assume due to many miles on horseback., better in tune with the horse.

Also, for a short ride at slow pace, no the horse probably won't notice the
difference, but what is it you are asking. Is it ever increasing speed and
distance. Over a long ride at speed, I think 40 lbs will make a difference.

Also, as I began conditioning as a heavyweight, and am getting down there as
my horse gets fitter and fitter, I hope it will just make us better!!!

Just my .02

Becky H