It is September 7. So far, this month, I have spent 10.5 hours in the saddle. This is probably a new short-term record for me. I’m not sure I’ve ever started a month off with such a bang. Mostly, I blame the weather. It’s been absolutely gorgeous out. We’ve had perfect temps, just enough rain… Read more »
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A Few Weeks in the Two-Rein
We’re having a really lovely late summer. Really, the whole summer has been surprisingly nice, but the last few weeks have been particularly gorgeous. Accordingly, we are logging lots and lots of barn hours. With King gone and Nevada getting a little break, Brian and I have reverted to our previous breakdown of mounts. I’m… Read more »
Steen in the Two-Rein
It’s been a little while since I rode Steen in the two-rein, and I feel like I’ve addressed a lot of the weaknesses riding in it last brought to light for me. On Tuesdays, I have my lessons with my student, J. She’s been riding with me for close to a year now, but we’ve… Read more »
More Time in the Two Rein
This weekend I decided to get back to the two-rein. I have been working on the things my last ride in it identified as weaknesses, and we’ve also watched a couple more videos about riding in the two-rein, hand position, bit fit and choice, and various other things that have made me feel increasingly confident… Read more »
Out in the Snow
We were out of town last weekend, so no riding was done. It felt like we hadn’t been to the barn in forever. But really it was just eight days. Still, it was great to get out to see the horses, and even better that we finally had some mild weather. Brian and I took… Read more »
First Ride in the Two-Rein
Today (after an excellent ride on Laredo) I rode Steen in the two-rein for the first time. It was definitely interesting. Steen took the spade willingly enough, but once he had it in his mouth he spit it out. I gave him a moment and put it in again, holding it in place gently with… Read more »