Ridecamp: Re: [RC] Rider size

I believe that Susan presented some data at one time that stated it is the
total combined weight of horse and rider that matters....I don't remember
the numbers.  But if I am correct (and Susan please correct me if I'm NOT),
I think that once the total weight combined surpasses 1100# is when we start
seeing more lamenesses.  So, it didn't matter if the horse was 850# and the
rider was 250# or if the horse was 1000# and the rider only 100#.  I believe
a lot of that discussion also brought up the rider's skills.  Which made me
feel better.  I see a lot of lightweight riders out there who flop around
like fish in the saddle on nice big horses and they go lame or have
problems.  They are more of a detriment to their horses than the heavier
rider who rides balanced on a smaller horse.  There are a lot of factors to
consider other than size and weight of horse and rider.  Any comments,
Susan?
Maggie


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