Pippity
Well-Known Member
I currently ride my 7yo cob mare in a fulmer happy tongue. This is great in the school, and mostly fine out hacking - until she sees another horse and wants to follow it. She locks her neck, becomes completely non-responsive to leg aids, and I feel completely out of control. At that point, I have to resort to being really strong with the bit to haul her back round.
My understanding is that the curb rein on the pelham would encourage her to drop her head, which would make it harder for her to lock her neck and easier for me to keep control. Is this correct? If so, does it sound like it will help with my issue?
(I know this is a schooling issue, but I want to be able to stay in control while working her through the schooling issue!)
My understanding is that the curb rein on the pelham would encourage her to drop her head, which would make it harder for her to lock her neck and easier for me to keep control. Is this correct? If so, does it sound like it will help with my issue?
(I know this is a schooling issue, but I want to be able to stay in control while working her through the schooling issue!)