Ridecamp: [RC] helmets/riding ability

A. Perez walkergirl@xxxxxxxxxx
Lif wrote: "I can't stand to look at most photos of riders in 
EN - it's embarrassing - but at least they're no worse than 
those in other equine publications.  Bad hands, bad posture 
leading to stiff horses with off balance riders that fall off a 
lot.  So what's recommended?  Get a helmet!  Oh please!
Two words:  Riding lessons."

Having recently gotten toasted for suggesting improving ones' seat might help alleviate fear, all I can say, Lif, is you had 
better get out your fire-proof parka!

I'll never argue against the suggestion that improving one's
riding is a good idea, BUT... NOT ALL ACCIDENTS ARE THE FAULT
OF THE RIDER!!!  Even the best rider can get tossed, or the horse can fall under her/him, or a low-flying branch can 
clock you in the head.  Skill can't save you every time.

I'd really hate for anyone to get the idea that they are too good
to need a helmet.  Sh*t happens: be prepared.

        


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