clipclop
Well-Known Member
Today I did my first ever BD event.
It was touch and go as to whether or not I was going to bother going as we really aren't ready.
However, I figured my fees were paid and I should just go along for a jolly and see how things work.
The first test I did was Novice 22. We got the lowest mark in the class BUT I didn't expect any less. However on the upside I was within 10% of most of the competitors.
The second test was Prelim 10. (Part of combined training) I was ever so pleased with how he went in this class we weren't last in the marks with this test.
The jumping I messed up and got us eliminated (LOL) but again, not bothered as we had fun.
It all reads pretty badly from a competitive point of view but from my piont of view he worked as well here as he would have at home. So he gave his all, I stayed relaxed (There's a first)!!
The judges sheets didn't say anything that I didn't already know so now I need to just carry on as we are and keep improving. (Easier said than done huh)?
I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed myself. The BD crowd was ever so friendly to me and very welcoming. The venue (Tall Trees Arena) was very well organised and friendly.
Not a lot to report but I am ever so happy with my gorgeous boy. What a hunk.
It was touch and go as to whether or not I was going to bother going as we really aren't ready.
However, I figured my fees were paid and I should just go along for a jolly and see how things work.
The first test I did was Novice 22. We got the lowest mark in the class BUT I didn't expect any less. However on the upside I was within 10% of most of the competitors.
The second test was Prelim 10. (Part of combined training) I was ever so pleased with how he went in this class we weren't last in the marks with this test.
The jumping I messed up and got us eliminated (LOL) but again, not bothered as we had fun.
It all reads pretty badly from a competitive point of view but from my piont of view he worked as well here as he would have at home. So he gave his all, I stayed relaxed (There's a first)!!
The judges sheets didn't say anything that I didn't already know so now I need to just carry on as we are and keep improving. (Easier said than done huh)?
I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed myself. The BD crowd was ever so friendly to me and very welcoming. The venue (Tall Trees Arena) was very well organised and friendly.
Not a lot to report but I am ever so happy with my gorgeous boy. What a hunk.
