ridecamp@endurance.net: Re: question about altitude changes

Re: question about altitude changes

Deanne Del Vecchio (delvecchio@geocities.com)
Mon, 24 Feb 1997 19:04:53 -0800

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> Is it possible to bring horses from sea level and do a multi-day ride
> in the Rockies at altitude? If it is, what would I need to know to
> make it easier or safer for the horses? I would greatly appreciate
> any help you could give me.

I've heard that it takes two weeks for horses to become aclimated. At higher
altitudes, you'll really have to watch dehydration. Their heart rates will
probably be higher. Probably have to take it easier than you're used to.

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