Re: [RC] Improving the walk, was pacing anglo - Barbara McCrary
I definitely acknowledge the possibility of
a horse being conformed in such a way that it would be impossible for him to
walk fast, or at least, less likely.
Subject: Re: [RC] Improving the walk, was
pacing anglo
Barbara wrote: 'A long, gentle downhill stretch of
trail is extremely helpful'
That's interesting Barbara. I have noticed Manny's walking gait
improving abit now that we are training more on hills. I thought it was
my imagination.
Truman and Maureen, I think you are both on target. I think it is a
little of both, conformation and rider. I have done extensive Dressage
lessons with this horse, he is pretty well balanced and has good
self-carriage. I also do alot of bareback riding to teach my hips to be
more fluid and not bracey. In fact I think his walk is better when I do
ride bareback.
One other thought: Manny has a pretty well set back shoulder. I
wonder if the saddle impinges on his shoulder and shortens him in the
walk. Could the saddle affect him in the walk but not in other
gaits? Any thoughts?
