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Articles about eventing (0-18 of 18)
- History Of Dressage Horses
By: Nicky Oostveen | - Since the time of the early Greeks, horses have been used in military maneuvers. This early use of the horse brought about the need for extensive training before they could be maneuverable enough to be considered military ready. The training and discipline these horses endured was documented by the early Greek General Xenophon, who wrote the training documentation that was the earliest writing of the principles of dressage.
Created around 350 B.C. in Greece, his writings conveyed the i ...
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- The History Of Saddlery - How It Has Evolved
By: Tammy Patterson | - At around 700-800 BC there is evidence that the earliest predecessor to the modern saddle was in use consisting of a simple cloth and surcingle fastening. From this their designs evolved over time, breast girths and girths in 300 BC increased rider security, the introduction of the solid tree at around 200 BC that significantly raised the rider off the horses back increased the amount of time horses could be ridden for, the introduction of the first stirrup like piece of ...
Tags: saddlery, equine, horse, riding, sport
- Safety Horse Riding Hats: Types & Applications
By: Tammy Patterson | - All hats and horse riding helmets worn for horse riding should be designed and manufactured to conform to the correct safety standards. Safety standards for riding hats in this country include BSEN1384 and EN1384 which are the basic minimum safety standards that get reviewed every 5 years if a complaint is made and PAS015, which is a revised safety standard that addresses new areas of protection for riding hats including stability tests on hats when worn. The Kite mark signifies continually tes ...
Tags: hats, helmets, horse riding
- Horse Riding Boots The Types And Whats Best For You
By: Tammy Patterson | - Long riding boots are usually only made from PVC or leather. If you are a beginner it is advisable to wait before purchasing long leather riding boots, these can be expensive and can take some getting used to, especially if you are not sure if horse riding is for you yet. Long leather riding boots should be a snug fit and are commonly worn in eventing show jumping or dressage competitions. They provide the rider with good grip and can be worn with jodhpurs or breeches. They can be hot to wea ...
Tags: riding boots, long boots, equine, horse riding
- 4 Does My Small Business Need A Website?
By: Mohan02 | - It is a frequent misconception that your small business is "too small for a website". Quite the contrary: If you own or operate a small business in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, New England, or anywhere, for that matter, it is imperative that you have a presence on the World Wide Web.
Consider this true story:
Jane and her family are relocating to Maine. Their daughter competes in the equestrian sport of eventing. fore visit to:-www.thedesignbuild.comThey will need to find a suita ...
Tags: Website Designing, Website, Web Designing, Web Hosting, Webs
- Horse Breastplates, How To Install On Your Horse
By: Tammy Patterson | - The Hunting breastplate are the most commonly used in English riding. They are fitted by sliding the encircled leather over the horses head, this is called the Yolk. Off this is the breast strap that attaches to the underside of the girth (between the horses front legs). The remaining two smaller straps on either side of the withers attach to the D-rings of the saddle. This can sometimes be a problem as this is a weak point for attachment and can often be pulled out. Standing and running ma ...
Tags: breastplates, guide, equine, horse riding
- 3 Types Of Horse Shows
By: Steve D Evans | - Horse shows are one of the best forms of competition in that they offer controlled evaluation and reward for excellent performance. Youngsters that participate gain great rewards which are truly life skill building for them. We recommend that you support horse show activities for your children.
Horse Shows of course just one of the many ways people interact with their horses. The best show organizers provide challenging courses that everyone can enjoy. These shows are a big ego t ...
Tags: Types of Horse Shows, horse shows, eventing, childrens horse shows
- Top Ten Tips On Networking For Profit On The Internet
By: HARMINDER KAUR NAGI | - Why would equestrians want to network on the internet? Horse people are as a rule social animals and naturally do a fair amount of networking on a daily basis without even trying. On the internet this natural talent can be very useful, especially for those hose riders and horse owners who intend to earn some spare cash on the net. The simple act of setting up a horse blog in cyberspace, even if it is on a fascinating subject like equestrian holidays, will not guarantee you visitors who click on ...
Tags: Adsense, Google adsense, internet marketing, Home business, adsense earning, online business
- Spend Your Summer In A Horse Camp
By: ron | - Now, the summer is fast approaching and are you considering sending your child to a summer camp with a horse program? Surely a lot of questions like what will my child learn? What kinds of horses are kept at these camps? Will normally arise.
A summer horse camp is a camp with a focus on horses-riding. The camp sessions may run from a single day to eight weeks long, depending upon the facility and the program selected. Many offer day camps that teach young children and novices the ...
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- An Introduction - Dressage
By: Simon Hurst | - Dressage, from the French for training, pronounced to rhyme with massage, educates horses in being keen, biddable, agile and alive. It is regularly described as similar to a ballet for horses. This is after comparing the requirements, elegance, vitality and openness, in both ballet and dressage.
At its best dressage is a sport of beauty and is only possible when there is a true partnership with the horse and rider. In fact dressage can be seen as the ultimate team sport, wi ...
Tags: dressage, horse training, horse competition, eventing, horse fun
- A Short Introduction - Dressage
By: Simon Hurst | - Dressage, a French term meaning "training", teaches a horse to be obedient, willing, supple and responsive It is regularly described as similar to a ballet for horses. This may be due to the fact that ballet requires the same skills, agility and strength as does dressage.
At its best dressage is a sport of beauty and is only possible when there is a true partnership with the horse and rider. In dressage the horse and rider need to be totally together to produce the perfect team. A ...
Tags: horse, dressage, classical dressage, riding, equine, equestrian, eventing
- Dressage - An Overview
By: Simon Hurst | - Dressage, from the French for training, pronounced to rhyme with massage, educates horses in being keen, biddable, agile and alive. Dressage, when done well, is seen as like a ballet for horses. This may be due to the fact that ballet requires the same skills, agility and strength as does dressage.
Dressage at its very best is full of artistry and grace, this is only achieved when rider and horse and in perfect harmony. Both the horse and rider must be fully in touch with each oth ...
Tags: horse, dressage, classical dressage, riding, equine, equestrian, eventing
- The Mystique Of Arabian Horses
By: Samantha Davis | - Few breeds of horse have captured the imagination like the Arabian horse has. Since the dawn of history, Arabian horses have inspired and influenced many people.
In the days of early history, Arabian horses were prized as warhorses and mounts for royalty. The Old Testament in the Bible contains many references and descriptions to these horses, the most notable being in the book of Job, where a horse "rejoices in his strength" and "is not frightened - he devours the distance with ...
Tags: horses, arabian horses
- Buying Your New (first) Horse
By: Tina Williamson | - Buying your first or new horse can be a very exciting but nervous time. Will I find what I'm after? Will it be the right horse for me? What is the real reason it's for sale? Does it have any health problems? HELP I don't want to be ripped off!
RELAX..here are a few handy hints that can reduce the stress in choosing your new equine partner.
Whether you are looking at buying your first horse or your 3rdor 4th there are a few safe guards you can take to help ...
Tags: horse, buying horse, pony,
- Wonderful Warmbloods , Warmbloods Have Taken The Equestrian World By Storm In The Past Decade. Read
By: Ron Petracek | - Wonderful Warmbloods
Warmbloods have gained enormous popularity in the past few years. More and more of these horses are being seen in competition, especially in Grand Prix and Olympic quality competition. This type of horse is often referred to under the broad term of "warmblood," but there are actually several breeds of Warmbloods and each offer their own bit of edge in competition
The Hanoverian is one of the most prominent riding horses in the world. The bree ...
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- Choosing The Most Suitable Event For You And Your Horse
By: Tania Smith | - Competing in events with your horse can be a very rewarding and satisfying experience as it could not only improve your riding skills, but also strengthen the bond between you and your horse. Find an event that suits you and your horse, whether you like to complete intricate dressage movements, jump hurdles or rope calves.
Hunt seat sport is divided into two classes, namely jumping classes and flat classes. The horse's grace and ability displayed while jumping will be judged in ju ...
Tags: eventing, horse riding
- Dressage Competitions And Riding
By: Rob Daniels | - Copyright 2006 Rob Daniels
At the lowest levels, dressage tests are very simple, with the emphasis on basic training. At its basic level, if you make your horse move forward, or stop, you have performed dressage movements.
The ancient Greeks were the first to practice dressage in preparation for war. Developed by the Greeks for cavalry officers, dressage evolved as a means of controlling the horse in battle. Dressage was well rooted in the military world of horseman ...
Tags: dressage, horse, horses, dressage horse, riding, horseback riding, rider, pony, horse show, cavalry, dressage tests, art of dressage, riding, equestri
- Too Hot To Work.
By: Mark Andrews | - The horse is a great athlete, capable of strenuous exercise over prolonged periods. But all that muscular activity generates heat. This causes an increase in body temperature. Under normal circumstances the horse is able to lose the excess heat and maintain its body temperature within tightly controlled limits.
In response to the release of epinephrine, and the increase in skin temperature, the horse starts to sweat. Evaporation of sweat is the most important means of losing heat ...
Tags: horse, heat stroke, heat stress, exhaustion, electrolytes
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