Re: RC: two loop fifties

[tvanhove@uswest.net]

Jan Mutchler wrote:

>  1) how do you deal with a 2 loop 50 differently than a 3
> loop 50, for both you and your horse?  Do you slow down
> even more?  Do you try to have crew out there with mash
> for your horse?
>
> I've never had any crew person available.  Fortunately
> most rides in my area have good grazing.  I will stop and
> take a 5-15 minute grazing break  (oft times Grey is not
> ready to stop 1st loop though.)
>
> Are you more likely to get off and walk with your horse on
> a 2 loop as opposed to a 3 loop?  I am likely to get off
> and walk any time my feet hurt.   2)  Do you call ride
> management ahead of time to find out if its a 2 or 3 loop
> ride?  3)  Any other suggestions/thoughts/hints?   You can
> take a rest or walking break anytime you want on an AERC
> ride.  No one should ever feel they have to keep riding
> outstide of the official vet checks - do what will work
> best for you and your horse on any given day.


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