It is well known that a prejudice exists in the showjumping world against mares and it is not without some cause. Mares can be harder to ride, more highly strung and sensitive, and much more likely to accept suggestions rather than demands from a rider. While it is true that mares do not suit all riders, and few beginners, riders aiming at higher levels should not overlook them. That renowned sensitivity for which mares are famous can be channeled into carefulness with…
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Thinking Like A Rider
Growing up on Long Island in the 1960s was a lucky break for an aspiring horseman. The quality of competition, even at the lowest levels, was keen with local riders vying for National honors every year. With the level of competition so high, the riding instruction had to reflect that quality. While there were many good people to learn from, and I took advantage of many of those opportunities, one teacher will always stand out. He was Captain Vladimir Littauer. Captain Littauer was…
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Enough is Enough
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Please take a moment to view the two attached links regarding the travesty that happened last weekend at the Festival of the Horse when…
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