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Post by solomon on May 14, 2010 18:16:45 GMT
Sorry I know the rules should have had buddy on the ground. I did try to org anise a photographer in my defence but it didn't work out that way. Loading the horses was fun-not! Pete was quite naughty then bit me and drew blood! Barney was really silly took a good 20 minutes. Never mind, we got there in one piece and had an amazing time. We had a few canters with the brakes on, its a seven mile course. Then we went for it. Pete won the first gallop challenge but then spooked and let Barney over take. A few more gentle canters later, we had a proper gallop. Now holds barred. Pete can motor. Not scary though just fantastically exhilarating. I loved it. I did do two jumps, a little log and a half decent solid fence. Would have done more if we had a bit more fitness. What a fantastic day. Only sad thing was on the way home Barney scraped his bum in the lorry. It is a big raw bald patch. Shame 'cos other wise it was a perfect day.
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Post by fleabitten on May 14, 2010 20:43:31 GMT
Well done sol for getting out and about! Sounds like a general all round good day apart from a few snags  You should go on some pleasure rides, i think you and your friend with barney would have great craic on them and you sound to be fit enough to cope perfectly fine - they are great fun if you motor on at trot and canter - if you walk a lot, expect a bit of silliness lol! |
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Post by dannyboy on May 14, 2010 21:01:54 GMT
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Post by racaille on May 15, 2010 7:20:52 GMT
Sounds great Sol! You and Pete have become so bonded it seems you can do anything now!
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Post by solomon on May 15, 2010 20:49:00 GMT
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Post by solomon on May 15, 2010 20:49:42 GMT
There was just this one I took as he was dressed for the journey. Good ol' Premier Equine rug!
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Post by brigadier on May 16, 2010 6:48:19 GMT
Well done you two!!!
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Post by dannyboy on May 16, 2010 10:02:59 GMT
Pete looks so handsome in his navy Premier Equine Rug. No wonder you love him to bits, he has one of the kindest faces I've ever seen!!
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Post by frankiesmum on May 16, 2010 18:26:46 GMT
Pete is gorgeous. i would love to try some x country but suspect that even if i could get Franks pelvis strong enough he would just go bonkers. annax
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Post by kitcat on May 17, 2010 7:53:44 GMT
It sounds like an amazing day. I take it you will be going back again.
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Post by fimacg on May 17, 2010 8:37:48 GMT
glad you had a great time, and Pete does look very handsome in his rug. The more you go out the easier it becomes.
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Post by bonnyben on May 17, 2010 11:14:43 GMT
Wow, well done Sol... delighted for you. Sounds a really exhilarating fun day!! WELL DONE!!! Sorry about Barney's botty but he'll be fine. Might be worth getting some cushioning though for the side of the lorry. He is a real stunner that boy, Pete - he looks great.  |
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Post by solomon on May 17, 2010 13:35:27 GMT
Deffo going back, best£50 i ever spent. You can keep Alton Towers.
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Post by FirenLady on May 17, 2010 19:13:27 GMT
tut tut Sol forgot the camera.  Sounds great. I would have loved to see photos of you sol and barney flying along. Glad you had a good time. You and Pete seem to have come a really long way. |
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;D I never forget my camera (well 
) & always have snaps to show 
for so much hard work we thank ye!!
