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Post by fleabitten on May 2, 2010 12:19:15 GMT
Probably a silly question but here goes: When i canter outside of the arena/schooling in field i find myself in the forward seat automatically. Is it because im nervous? Should i be sitting up straight with bum in saddle  Are you only supposed to go into forward seat when galloping? It feels more comfy and secure because i feel like its too bouncy if i sit up straight and feel like im getting left behind. Thoughts please  what does everyone else do? |
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Post by jane on May 2, 2010 14:30:18 GMT
On rough ground I think a forward seat is best, keeps you balanced and if the horse trips easier for them to right themselves.
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Post by solomon on May 2, 2010 15:57:39 GMT
If I need to worry about being able to stop I sit up heels down. With no braking issues it is so comfy in forward seat, and nicer for the horse.
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Post by scattymare on May 2, 2010 21:00:58 GMT
Flea I do exactly the same. As Sol, I only sit up and collect if I'm losing breaks. Otherwise I find it much more comfortable slightly forwards and off her back a touch to let her open out (and have a blast!!)
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Post by fimacg on May 3, 2010 8:49:40 GMT
same here too
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Post by fleabitten on May 3, 2010 9:01:43 GMT
Thanks guys |
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Post by kitcat on May 3, 2010 9:05:32 GMT
Same for me. it always feels such a different canter on a hack than in the school.
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Post by fleabitten on May 3, 2010 9:08:07 GMT
Yeah, it does, doesn't it?!
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Post by scattymare on May 3, 2010 16:24:44 GMT
Yep. Eddie seems to bounce rather than be nice and collected on a hack. And her back legs feel like they've got rocket fuel in them!!
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Post by FirenLady on May 3, 2010 18:10:19 GMT
I do prefer it, but Fire has such a HUGE spook/ you never know when a rabbit/deer/pheasent is gonna jump out at you, I have to where I'm doing it. Stubbles best ;D
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what does everyone else do? 
