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Post by Becca on Apr 29, 2008 9:51:46 GMT
Hello just wanted some tips really.
My sharer is going to take Bernie to a little XC end of next month. I am obviously very excited (might make a badge that says owner ;D) any who. I'm not really clued up on the comp rules as i have never competed. It is only a little local show i know what she should wear but was wondering about him?
Ta in advance
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Post by Maes Seren on Apr 29, 2008 13:35:26 GMT
Id stick boots on him to be on the safe side, and perhaps a breastplate/neck strap for her (preferably breastplate to help incase saddle decides it wants to slide.) Wouldnt worry about event grease, its only local level, and my friend didnt stick it on her two eventers when she went at intro BE. Then obviously just the usual saddle and bridle. Theres nothing specific really that i can think of.  |
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Post by Becca on Apr 29, 2008 14:16:38 GMT
the problem with putting boots on him is finding some that fit, his legs ar too fat for cob size and too short for full. Breast plate is a good idea though ta  |
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Post by Maes Seren on Apr 29, 2008 14:37:01 GMT
Obviously i havent seen him at all, however i grabbed some clarendon tendon boots for Eddie (10.5" bone) which fit Bertha well too (11.5" bone) - theyre the horse sized or whatever the biggest are. Infact, all of my clarendons fit my guys. (Not that im a fan or anything, id get a pair second hand off ebay, never pay full price again) Btw, Berthas 15.1hh ... will find a pic of her wearing Eds tendons Unfortunately theyre white (second hand, didnt get much choice!) but heres a pic of them on boo they fit her ok, despite looking long! img.photobucket.com/albums/v208/Snip/2007/Bertha/DSC00373.jpgOr... my friend events in the professional choice wraps, given the amount of give they have in them i reckon theyd work. Roma and other makes do a similar style but cheaper... |
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Post by abi on Apr 29, 2008 16:19:34 GMT
the rider should have long sleeves, will need a body protector and medical armband and an up-to standard hat too xx |
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Post by fleabitten on Apr 29, 2008 16:19:59 GMT
Saddle, bridle, numnah/saddlecloth, you could also put a foam pad in between the saddle and numnah to cushion it a bit. Make sure, girth straps are firmly attached and the girth isnt frayed!!
Would agree with the breastplate and probably a running martingale too, to be on the safe side.
Would agree about the boots - tendon would be best although i understand the problem you have getting boots to fit cobs.
Would try bangdages maybe - not sure if these would be allowed though.
But put on over reach boots anyway.
And plait/hog his mane to keep it out of the road.
Would also recommend GLOVES!!! For rider, obv!
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Post by Becca on Apr 30, 2008 10:32:53 GMT
He will be hogged by then anyway, his legs will be clipped too (making it easier to find boots to fit haha) I have now spent most of the morning of ebay, oh dear!  i love a good ebay shop! i can see myself buying a set of each type of boot just in case! Fleabitten why would you suggest a martingale? he doesn't usually go in one, not a fan of over gadgeting |
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Post by kateflashy on Apr 30, 2008 15:37:07 GMT
i would say if not a martingale some sort of neck strap esp if he's hogged just gives something to catch hold off without hanging on th reins
if you used bandages put a ton of electrical tape round them because if one comes un done its very dangerous
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Post by otto on May 1, 2008 6:40:17 GMT
Dont use bandages if there is a water complex no matter how small. The weight of water will pull the bandages down. If not a water complex then bandages can be used but should be sowen at multiple points and then taped to prevent slipping.
Neckstrap of some sort is a very good idea. If you use a simple neckstrap then secure it in some way to the saddle so it cant ride up the horses neck.
Tendon boots are not really suitable for XC. The horse needs protection at the front of the leg as well as the back.
Over reach boots should only be worn if the horse actually over-reaches. If they are to be used make sure they do not touch the ground when horse is stood upright. There have been a number of incidents were horses have stood on the over reach boot at take-off with nasty consequences.
Hat without peak will be required (skull cap)
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Post by saza60 on May 1, 2008 7:16:39 GMT
Otto u always give great advice. are u just a very experienced rider and general horsey person or are u an instructor?
saza x x x
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Post by otto on May 1, 2008 7:49:34 GMT
Otto u always give great advice. are u just a very experienced rider and general horsey person or are u an instructor? Good to hear my advice is useful ;D To answer your question is quite difficult. I've been around / riding horses for 43 years so hve picked up a few pointers here and there. When I was 18 I knew everything, 30 years on I question pretty much everything I do with a horse. I do instruct but not for a living. I dont have any formal qualifications except my pony club D test gained in 1968. I teach a small group of people (FOC) who are either serious about competing at affiliated level or they happen to own the horses I compete. I purposly keep the number small for 2 reasons 1) I like to attend comps with them so I can see first hand what is happening which helps with planning training sessions. 2) I need time to work on the horses I compete and also have a full time job.  |
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Post by Becca on May 1, 2008 9:11:05 GMT
Wow thanks every one, loads of ideas! I am going to get a breastplate which will give lauren (rider) a life line and secure the saddle, i won't be using bandages i would worry about them too much, in the process of trial and error with boots at the mo, he doesn't brush without boots but the minute he wears them he spins them round his legs! strange animal!  keep the idea coming though, they are really helping (and giving me lots of things to buy ;D) |
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Post by Maes Seren on May 1, 2008 9:30:10 GMT
He sounds like a right funny horse to watch with boots on then! My friend has 2 eventers, one who wears boots without an issue, the other one... he walks in brushing boots, like hes wearing a plaster cast on all 4 legs!!!
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Post by Becca on May 1, 2008 10:33:45 GMT
Yes its quite odd, they made him wear them when i took him to college with me! why you would put a horse in boots just for show i do not know but anyway.
I bought him some brushing boots and after his first warm up trot they would spin, get in the way of his joint moving properly and then when he wouldn't go properly "smack him to wake him up" Which i very soon put a stop too! and told my tutors that if they wanted to wake him up put a rider on him that knows what they are doing and jump him, then you will see him shift!
slightly off topic but still haha
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Post by Maes Seren on May 1, 2008 11:22:20 GMT
How odd! I presume the boots cant have fitted him properly but hmm ...
The college seemed to be a little stupid.
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Post by Becca on May 1, 2008 12:58:44 GMT
the best one was when a BHS level3 student turned him out over night in a lightweight stable rug, he was fully clipped and it p*ssed it down! then wanted to use him in a 9am lesson, erm dont think so! haha and they were teaching us?
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Post by Maes Seren on May 1, 2008 19:07:14 GMT
 What college was he at if you dont mind me asking? Ive been at 2 colleges now, they both have their fair share on the dippy students!
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Post by fleabitten on May 1, 2008 19:32:02 GMT
becca - thought a running martingale would be a good idea as it will prevent his head coming up too high out of the angle of control plus it has a neck strap to grab onto! And a running martingale is not in any way restrictive when jumping except if it is too small!
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Post by Becca on May 2, 2008 8:49:07 GMT
Ah ta fleabitten. Maesseren I was at Oaklands, smallford campus in herts. hated there attitude, very pull pull kick kick. Learnt so much more at capel manor where i did my first year of the course. Excellent tutor but cant remember her surname to fine here again |
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Post by Maes Seren on May 2, 2008 9:02:08 GMT
Ah, ive heard of them!
Ive also been told to stay clear of moulton college too
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Post by Becca on May 2, 2008 13:20:00 GMT
They are ok but far too whip happy for my liking, and aren't really intersted in you if your not into competing. The course was a bit useless too, it is supposed to set you up to manage a yard but most yards want people with the practical experience.
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Post by Maes Seren on May 2, 2008 13:22:01 GMT
Yeah i found that too, not that ill ever be working for someone as a groom on a yard... badly paid to be walked all over.
Some people get lucky, and find a really nice boss, but when horses are involved you dont get very many well paid jobs...
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Post by Becca on May 2, 2008 13:46:26 GMT
exactly why i work in an office haha! (and a pub but thats fun)
loved working for Terry Selway (drove horses for britain, teams and pairs) lovely man, did that for my college work experience, would work for him again
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Post by Maes Seren on May 2, 2008 13:59:45 GMT
Im at uni, but last summer i was in a call centre, this summer i may have a job either back up there or downstairs in accounts! ;D
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Post by Becca on May 2, 2008 17:38:36 GMT
booo hissss i did call centre, but cold calling to sell kitchens, hated it
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Always saddle your own horse
i love a good ebay shop! i can see myself buying a set of each type of boot just in case! 
What college was he at if you dont mind me asking?