Photo by Tilly Berendt.
While all eyes were rightfully on the five-star last weekend at Luhmuhlen, you might have missed the world’s cutest competition: The lead line cross country class. Yes, you read that correctly. Clearly, everyone is a winner here. We need to get something like this organized at big competitions in the States ASAP!
National Holiday: National Go Fishing Day
Events Opening This Week: Millbrook H.T., Olney Farm H.T., River Glen Summer H.T., Catalpa Corner Charity Horse Trial, Cobblestone Farms H.T.,
Events Closing This Week: The Maryland International + Horse Trials, Chattahoochee Hills H.T., Twin Rivers Summer H.T., South Farm H.T., Powder Basin H.T., Round Top H.T., Coconino Summer I H.T.
Tuesday News:
When is the last time you read the Rules for Eventing cover to cover? Oh! You haven’t? Then at least break it down into bits, starting with the dressage test. [Rule Refresher: The Dressage Test]
It’s no secret that Tim Price is a damn good rider, but in a game of inches, the smallest margins make a huge difference. Watch where you think he excelled. [Watch Why They Won: Price Adds Another Five-Star Victory To His Name]
We all give our trainers hoarse voices from shouting the same. exact. phrases. at us ad nauseam. The constant repetition from my soundtrack includes “Shorten your reins,” “more leg,” and famously, “No bucking! Tell him to go on!” [6 Ways To Put Your Trainer Out Of A Job (In The Best Way)]
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