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> Something I've been observing with our distance horses (all non-gaited)
> is that the ones that stride out with a good walk and trot are not as
> competent at high speeds down hill as those with a short fast stride.
Interesting, as I've found just the opposite to be true, at least in terms
of the walk.  By far my best walkers have been my best downhill horses as
well.  I suspect the ability to overstride 14" to 16" has something to do
with their ability to get their hind legs underneath them going downhill
as well.

Heidi



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