From Chelan:
The CIC3* SJ had only two clear jumping rounds, and no double clears. The course itself looked rideable, and there were no big tricks per se. However, it is on a slope, and that played havoc with the horse’s balance. I liked the courses and thought that they were a true test.
Time was a factor in the FEI divisions. I missed videoing the second clear (jump) round. Sorry Anna… I’d love to say that I was busy with a client, or hard at work with my journalistic pursuits. The fact is that I was stuffing my face with spring rolls, shrimp, and Gin and Tonic, courtesy of aforementioned fab Woodside parties… It was video camera or snacks, and at that moment, snacks won!
XC is tomorrow, and I will catch some of the action for sure.
