Cheshire Show Novice Cob

[DressageCob]

Hello!

I'm competing at the Cheshire Show for the first time this year. I am unsure as to what happens in the class and wondered if anyone could help. Is the entire class done en masse, so everyone walking, trotting and cantering together? Or do we have to do an individual bit at any point?

Also, is it usual to have a groom on foot?

Sorry for the complete ignorance! I have watched the class before but can't remember exactly how it went.

Thanks!

 

[humblepie]

Yes it will be walk trot canter on right rein then change of rein canter then gallop on left rein as whole class and then called into place order line up. Judge will ride. Then strip saddle off for conformation judge. If big class they will sometimes start conformation judging from bottom end whilst ride judge starts at top end. You should have a groom but I have competed county level on my own and someone will help. Just means you can't brush off for conformation judge. Am sure you know but make sure your stirrup leathers will go long enough for tall judge or short enough for short judge. Good luck.

 

[DressageCob]

Thank you humblepie! Much appreciated. I thought that's what it was, but I know in some classes people have to do a separate "show" with figures of 8 and things which is why I thought I'd check.

I have someone willing to be a groom so I will be ok. I had forgotten about the saddle off bit. The stirrup leathers is a good tip.

Thanks again!

 

[emfen1305]

Thank you humblepie! Much appreciated. I thought that's what it was, but I know in some classes people have to do a separate "show" with figures of 8 and things which is why I thought I'd check.

I have someone willing to be a groom so I will be ok. I had forgotten about the saddle off bit. The stirrup leathers is a good tip.

Thanks again!

Good luck! I would love to compete there on my cob one day but fairly sure he would kill me so I'll just be there as a spectator for now!

 

[ester]

Make sure your stirrups and leathers a big enough/adjustable for a male ride judge

 

[Tiddlypom]

Good luck! I've groomed for a friend in the cob class at Cheshire Show, it was great fun.

The ride judge was p1ssed as a f@rt though, the stewards had their work cut out to make sure that he landed in the saddle when they legged him up !

 

[jnb]

This may help - and be aware that at a big county show like Cheshire the Professionals will have their new Novices out which will be a pretty high standard
The judge will ride so hopefully you have prepared your Cob for this - leg ups, different riders etc

http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/feat...utm_source=m.facebook.com&utm_medium=referral

 

[DressageCob]

Thank you for the tips! I'm not expecting to come anywhere...I noticed a lot of big names were in it last year and the year before. I just want to go and have a good time, have a good experience and do my best!

Luckily the horse is used to strangers getting on. Leg ups may need more work.

Thanks again

 

[AdorableAlice]

Lady ride judge who rides nicely, make sure your cob is in front of the leg for this judge. Enjoy the day and good luck.

 

[abbijay]

Lady ride judge who rides nicely, make sure your cob is in front of the leg for this judge. Enjoy the day and good luck.

AA, I don't suppose you know much about other judges at the show do you? T. Southern is doing the Ridden Heavy and all this ride judge malarkey is still quite new to us cart horses!

 

[mcnaughty]

Take a look at the Equinational and ES Photograph for turnout tips! You do not want to stand out for all the wrong reasons at a County Show! Smile and have fun - defo will be tough competition!

 

[DressageCob]

Speaking of not standing out, the only riding boots I have are dressage boots (Sarm Hippiques) Should I buy the flat topped boots with garter strap or can I get away with my boots?

 

[AdorableAlice]

AA, I don't suppose you know much about other judges at the show do you? T. Southern is doing the Ridden Heavy and all this ride judge malarkey is still quite new to us cart horses!

Hunter judge, rides beautifully.

 

[AdorableAlice]

Speaking of not standing out, the only riding boots I have are dressage boots (Sarm Hippiques) Should I buy the flat topped boots with garter strap or can I get away with my boots?

Noooooooooooooooo - dressage kinky boots in showing cobs or hunters !!

Borrow a pair of proper boots.

 

[abbijay]

Hunter judge, rides beautifully.

Thank you! I can now expect one of those embarrassing moments when the judge does a better job with my horse than I do... We tend to do better with the not great riders as the poor boy has to put with me, is ex-trekking centre and is generally very tolerant!

 

[AdorableAlice]

Here you go, cob turn out, this was just local level on Monday, ignore the bay she was just out to wind the judge up, and not a show cob hence not being hogged, but the grey is correctly turned out for County level ridden by a lady which I assume the OP is. They grey was out schooling for County level classes next month.

If the OP is male, then the turn out of the rider on the bay is correct with the exception of no garter straps.

MAKE SURE YOU READ THE RULES FOR HATS. Bowlers and Pateys are not allowed by some societies and show grounds.

 

[jnb]

This judge will want a good gallop from my experience, with a mannerly pull up (tbh that's what ANY Hunter judge will want) - I have been rewarded in the past as my horses piece de resistance was his gallop.

 

[DressageCob]

They aren't gawdy boots. They look like this
https://goo.gl/images/DQ3UTG

But I've just ordered some second hand flat topped Regent boots just in case!!

 

[DressageCob]

Here you go, cob turn out, this was just local level on Monday, ignore the bay she was just out to wind the judge up, and not a show cob hence not being hogged, but the grey is correctly turned out for County level ridden by a lady which I assume the OP is. They grey was out schooling for County level classes next month.

If the OP is male, then the turn out of the rider on the bay is correct with the exception of no garter straps.

MAKE SURE YOU READ THE RULES FOR HATS. Bowlers and Pateys are not allowed by some societies and show grounds.

That's very helpful, thank you.

I'm thinking I have all necessary equipment and outfit now I've ordered some less dressagy boots! chin straps are needed on hats so I'm going to use my Fiona.

I'm hoping to do a warm up show beforehand (all being well).

I've been practising the gallop so hopefully it is adequately installed. The brakes are great but he prefers a rhythmical canter so getting him to open up was hard but I think it's there now

Thanks again for your help!

 

[AdorableAlice]

They aren't gawdy boots. They look like this
https://goo.gl/images/DQ3UTG

But I've just ordered some second hand flat topped Regent boots just in case!!

They lovely but not the done thing at County level. Have lots of fun and don't forget to update us.

 

[rara007]

This will give you an idea

http://www.esphotography.co.uk/even.../year/2017/day/13/category/FRIFROGAmateurCob/

'Dressage' boots are creeping in this season!

 

[Tiddlypom]

'Dressage' boots are creeping in this season!

*passes AA the smelling salts *

OP, have a great day, and please do update us afterwards with a report and pics

 

[mcnaughty]

This judge will want a good gallop from my experience, with a mannerly pull up (tbh that's what ANY Hunter judge will want) - I have been rewarded in the past as my horses piece de resistance was his gallop.

Yes definitely!! You can easily win a class with a good gallop!

 

[Chuffy99]

Depending on show or governing body Fiona hats are no longer allowed/legal

 

[DressageCob]

Depending on show or governing body Fiona hats are no longer allowed/legal

Thank you - I've just double checked and I was wrong about the hat rule. They only need to meet the standards if aged 15-17. Us oldies can wear other hats with or without a chin strap. I will wear my Fiona but perhaps take a spare hat just in case! Thanks for the warning

 

[DressageCob]

Thank you all for your help. I will let you know how we get on. So long as I stay on and we don't embarrass ourselves I'm happy And chance of embarrassment has reduced now thanks to all your help.

 

[AdorableAlice]

Thank you all for your help. I will let you know how we get on. So long as I stay on and we don't embarrass ourselves I'm happy And chance of embarrassment has reduced now thanks to all your help.

Have the best day ever, look up, smile and kick on.

 

[KautoStar1]

Yes definitely!! You can easily win a class with a good gallop!

I'm not sure Novice classes are required to gallop.
Worth practicing it but don't be surprised if you are not asked to gallop.

Have fun. Cheshire is my local show. It is literally down the road yet I've still never ridden there.

 

[Elf On A Shelf]

I'm not sure Novice classes are required to gallop.
Worth practicing it but don't be surprised if you are not asked to gallop.

Have fun. Cheshire is my local show. It is literally down the road yet I've still never ridden there.

All Cob, Hunter and Riding Horse classes - Novice or Open are required to extend.