Striding question

[CPW]

I want to do some raised trotting pole work with my horse (16.3hh Trakehner). What striding would I need between the poles?

 

[Geraldine]

I have a 16.3hh and I have 4 long strides between poles. I am only 5'2" so I don't have the longest legs!

 

[kerilli]

it depends whether you want him to open his stride or not, really. i'd start with them at 4' apart, and be ready to open them another 6" if necessary for comfortable 'normal' stride for him, and then more or less depending on what you are trying to accomplish with them.

 

[CPW]

Thanks for your replies! Will give it a go!