Re: RC: Tether systems(ie. Skyhooks)

[Dbeverly4@aol.com]

In a message dated 3/26/00 7:10:49 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
TeriLyons@aol.com writes:

<< When I saw the ads for the tether systems, my first thought was "Duh, why 
 didn't I think of that?"  I am looking for feedback from people who have 
 tried them - I have seen two brands advertised, with about $100 difference 
in 
 price.  Is the more expensive one of better quality or design?  I have not 
 seen either in person.  Your opinions would be appreciated.
  >>

I eventually bought the Tralor Tie system.  Not because of price, (difference 
is roughly $70) but because I felt that it provided a greater range of motion 
for the horse. I used it at the Geo Bun Buster ride a couple of weeks ago and 
I'm never going back.  This is a really great, safe device for the horse.  I 
hung and pulled  on the Tralor Tie after it was installed and couldn't budge 
or bend it.  neither of my horses are pullers though, so we (please God) will 
never have to test that aspect of its safety.  A number of people who 
wandered by asked me how I liked my new Tralor Tie -- it was a good 
conversation starter.  One guy told me that he thought my horse could pull 
the trailer over (this is a big trailer with a dressing room).  I said, "well 
at least if he does, he won't be dragging it through camp, eh?"  To me the 
only difference between the two systems was the length of the "arm" that 
extends away from the trailer and I really liked the lengthier version 
available in the Tralor Tie system.  Also, I couldn't see the point of the 
"guide wires" that were required with the Sky Hook ('course I could have 
missed a point or two on that).  Just my opinion and experience.

Sylvia