browbrow
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This isn't up for debate - they are notorious for not being good jumpers - please don't try and kick up dust for the sake of it - this is what I think is crap about this forum - off to close account .
Sorry it still doesnt make sense (BTW I was given a company car immediately after passing my test and my grandad still drives a Fiesta) The OP has ridden since they were four and 3-4 times a week for at least some time more recently as well as different horses over the years so its fair to say their riding ability is probably more than average.
You dont pass a test to own a horse so the progression to a ferarri should be when you feel the time is right and not at a set point in time as to whether you own the horse or are sharing it
perhaps some of the pro riders out there who ride other peoples horses should buy a 13hh pony when it comes time to buy their first mount?
This isn't up for debate - they are notorious for not being good jumpers - please don't try and kick up dust for the sake of it - this is what I think is crap about this forum - off to close account .
Are you suggesting because a pony is 13 hands its suitable as a 1 st mount?
You are seriously dangerous to suggest 1st time owners won't do best with a quiet horse.
Are you suggesting that because a horse is Spanish its not suitable as a 1st mount?
Works all ways. horses are individuals
A 1st horse should be something that is matched to your level of competance and experience at the time of the purchase, no more no less.
Over reaction much?
Novilheiro......................jumped internationally with John Whittaker in the 80's. He was Lusitano, 'tho.
Well you did liken it to buying a Ferarri
This horse has had one short moment where there has been a problem, it has been fine before and after the event
The rider was injured because they chose to throw themself off the horse during that moment. Even the quietest horses have had the odd blip but it doesnt make them unsuitable
There is nothing to indicate otherwise that this wasnt a good 1st horse
I think the rider is possibly over-reacting and that the horse will suffer a blotted reputation as a result which is a shame
I would expect any well trained 5/6 year old horse to walk/trot/canter under any competant rider, anywhere, at any time, yes.
Not read all posts, but I'd agree with those who say send the horse back and get something else when you recover.
I doubt there is anything wrong with the horse, and you may never have another problem, however a sharp youngster is not really the best choice for a first horse. You may be fine, but equally, you may try to struggle on and lose all your confidence and ruin the horse - to me, that isn't worth the risk.
Doesn't mean you have to get a plod, but I'd say get something a bit older that you can just have some fun on and not worry about.
That is very unfair. I did very well to sit what happened as far as I did and for your information i was ejected at out of the saddle and decided to roll off to the side i did not 'throw' myself. This is a horrible situation and I need to do what is best for him and for me
please if for whaever reason you dont want to be constructive i would rather you didnt reply.
In Spain horses are generally broken at three and are ridden from the start in a collected manner. As they are obviously young and inexperienced, the riders (who tend to be professionals, especially if the horses are well bred) would be giving the horse a lot of support and balance. If someone then comes along and rides the horse differently and doesn't give the horse the balance, then it is not surprising if the horse gets frightened and reacts as the OP's has done.To me it reads as a young five that hasn't actually been doing as much as was said and isn't balanced enough to potentially be cantering around in a school. I don't think this was a nasty moment, I think it was unbalanced going in first time and second and was too much.
In Spain horses are generally broken at three and are ridden from the start in a collected manner. As they are obviously young and inexperienced, the riders (who tend to be professionals, especially if the horses are well bred) would be giving the horse a lot of support and balance. If someone then comes along and rides the horse differently and doesn't give the horse the balance, then it is not surprising if the horse gets frightened and reacts as the OP's has done.
Exactly! Spanish/Portuguese training methods (there is a "Spanish school" of riding) are amongst the most uninterruptedly (if that is a word) classical anywhere and based on the original de la Guerinierre texts. The emphasis is on "descent de main" and collection. Of course there are many who don't ride or train well, but most professional trainers have qualified at the Royal School of Equestrian Art in Jerez.
I don't mean in any way to be rude, especially to the unfortunate OP, but there are not many people in the UK who ride this way.
you are so right. spanish horses are amazing.
i am just so sad that i dont think i deserve this little guy. my dressage horse is out there somewhere... i hope. i just cant risk too many more injuries as time off work and loosing function of my right had would be catastrophic for my job. my own silly fault though :-(