ridecamp@endurance.net: Re: Choosing An Endurance Horse

Re: Choosing An Endurance Horse

SandyDSA@aol.com
Fri, 16 May 1997 10:54:06 -0400 (EDT)

In a message dated 97-05-16 07:30:43 EDT, you write:

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Do I need to explain why a gelding is preferable to mares and stallions??
Yes. The toughest 2 horses i ever had to ride ere geldings. The most
delightful 2 horses I have ridden in 24 years have been our Fadjur mare and
our Egyptian show stallion-turned distance horse.

A grey horse is able to handle heat better than other colours.
<True, There is some anecdotal and minimal research to suggest that other
factors of the dark colour lends itself to other sustaining qualities in the
distance athlete, making them in some ways better, and balanceing out the
heat absorption factor.

Too small and the horse will be left behind on the flat going and too tall
he will find it difficult on the hills.
<Really? A few frank discussions with Pete Davies convinced us that a horse
tending toward the smaller size is preferable to the larger counterparts.
Midsize is best in MOST cases, however, the horse must suit the rider and of
course have all of the other qualities of a good distance horses. Haven't
really seen "too small" yet.

Using the guidelines above gives you a better chance of getting
the right animal. It's still a gamble but follow the percentages.
>>
Yes, goo percentages here.
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