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by musical comedy
Wed Aug 12, 2020 4:40 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Anyone know how musical comedy and DJR are doing?
Replies: 9
Views: 4446

Re: Anyone know how musical comedy and DJR are doing?

Hello all. Khall, thanks for thinking about me and asking. I retired from riding completely in January of this year. The reasons are various, but it was pretty much a no choice situation. Other than that, I'm still in good physical health and hibernating due to covid.
by musical comedy
Fri Jan 10, 2020 4:17 pm
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Topic: Curious question about flying horses (by plane)
Replies: 12
Views: 17674

Re: Curious question about flying horses

I inquired about this, but I can't find the email with their reply. It was reasonable, but I guess it all depends on what one feels is reasonable. My quote from from California to Lexington, Ky. Then I'd have to ship up to NJ from KY, and there are always trucks on that route. I got my quote from Te...
by musical comedy
Thu Dec 26, 2019 7:01 pm
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Topic: Really Cool Opportunity
Replies: 16
Views: 11231

Re: Really Cool Opportunity

I just saw on her FB that she's been in treatment of some sort again for 3 weeks.
by musical comedy
Sun Dec 22, 2019 4:33 pm
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Topic: Really Cool Opportunity
Replies: 16
Views: 11231

Re: Really Cool Opportunity

Did this opportunity materialized? Has anyone heard from Linden recently?
by musical comedy
Fri Dec 20, 2019 6:10 pm
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Topic: Venting: About my neighbor
Replies: 24
Views: 14957

Re: Venting: About my neighbor

Actually, we did consider buying this property before the neighbor from hell bought it. When we went into the house, we just could not see any reasonable way to renovate it. It's an old house. The one bathroom was installed in an area such that only a midget could use it. The house would have to be ...
by musical comedy
Fri Dec 20, 2019 5:56 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Shows and clipping
Replies: 14
Views: 10526

Re: Shows and clipping

I'm getting ready to show in February so I'm going to be body clipping Junior again at the end of January. I've been keeping up with the blanketing struggle and he's tolerated it well. The one thing I did do was buy myself a Christmas present that I've wanted for DECADES; so, I finally did it. I bo...
by musical comedy
Fri Dec 20, 2019 10:14 am
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Topic: Moving into town, redux... i may need some hand-holdng
Replies: 48
Views: 25518

Re: Moving into town, redux... i may need some hand-holdng

Offer accepted. Now need to get moving on due diligence and getting this place in order and on the market... I have a "Stager" coming in the morning for a consultation, which should be interesting! OMG. Congratulations Mountaineer. It's exciting and scary at the same time. Best of luck!
by musical comedy
Thu Dec 19, 2019 6:16 pm
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Topic: Barisone case
Replies: 11
Views: 8714

Re: Barisone case

Hot off the press. He was indicted yesterday (12/18). Stays in jail through the trial.
by musical comedy
Thu Dec 19, 2019 2:02 pm
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Topic: Trainers selling clients horse so they can ride them
Replies: 22
Views: 15399

Re: Trainers selling clients horse so they can ride them

When I was showing hunters, something my trainer said I've never forgotten. It was something like "horses have only so many jumps in them". What she meant was that it was not wise to over-school jumping or go in too many classes. Well, the same goes for dressage (imo). Each time you do hig...
by musical comedy
Tue Dec 17, 2019 8:53 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Inside Hand in Half Pass
Replies: 7
Views: 6313

Re: Inside Hand in Half Pass

I found this from USDF. The Aids: The aids for half pass are the same as for travers. The rider’s weight is to the direction of travel and the inside seat bone is advanced, with the inside leg at the girth and the outside leg behind the girth. The inside leg is extremely important – the half pass mu...
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Tue Dec 17, 2019 3:42 pm
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Topic: Trainers selling clients horse so they can ride them
Replies: 22
Views: 15399

Re: Trainers selling clients horse so they can ride them

MC - What your described with the taller trainer vs petite rider schooling the horse is exactly what happened to me years ago with my PT/QH. Tall rider would swing his leg back and high for canter transitions - then I got on 5'2" and no way can I move my leg that far back and high. Besides I s...
by musical comedy
Tue Dec 17, 2019 2:54 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Inside Hand in Half Pass
Replies: 7
Views: 6313

Inside Hand in Half Pass

A while back, I got corrected for my inside hand in trot half pass. Trainer wanted it like an opening rein. What I see is more of an indirect rein being used by the BNT's. In fact, I just saw Gareth Hughes doing it in his first half pass on the link Tanga provided. This is where I run into conflicts...
by musical comedy
Tue Dec 17, 2019 2:51 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: New GP Test at Olympia, all of it
Replies: 17
Views: 12530

Re: New GP Test at Olympia, all of it

Wonderful Tanga. No time for it all now, but watch just the start of Garth riding.
by musical comedy
Tue Dec 17, 2019 2:46 pm
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Topic: Trainers selling clients horse so they can ride them
Replies: 22
Views: 15399

Re: Trainers selling clients horse so they can ride them

Yeah this full training thing bugs me too, even though I was in it. I guess I've seen the light, or maybe I'm still in the dark. I do think that while someone is learning the basics of riding they should be under the supervision of a trainer. But after you get to a certain point, hopefully with the ...
by musical comedy
Mon Dec 16, 2019 7:26 pm
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Topic: Trainers selling clients horse so they can ride them
Replies: 22
Views: 15399

Trainers selling clients horse so they can ride them

Why does this irk me big time? It's none of my business. It doesn't affect me. I guess I just hate to see people getting used. These people don't realize they are getting used though, so I guess it doesn't matter. As long as they are happy, right? Most recent one I saw the rider can't even get the h...
by musical comedy
Mon Dec 16, 2019 4:32 pm
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Topic: Anyone purchase a horse long distance without a visit?
Replies: 32
Views: 17707

Re: Anyone purchase a horse long distance without a visit?

I have bought 4 without seeing them. However, they were all checked out extensively so that I knew their background. I won't buy from 'a dealer'. For one thing, I really don't like to pay commissions, especially hidden commissions.
by musical comedy
Sat Dec 14, 2019 9:26 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Colorado Horse Park closed forever
Replies: 5
Views: 5058

Re: Colorado Horse Park closed forever

Interesting. It went up for sale in 2014 and was purchased by the guy that owns the big facility in Wellington.

https://www.denverpost.com/2014/12/30/c ... an-center/
by musical comedy
Fri Dec 13, 2019 6:05 pm
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Topic: Peloton
Replies: 14
Views: 9811

Re: Peloton

I thought you were going to talk about the advert that caused the stink .lol No, I didn't pay any attention to that. I hear a lot about it on the business channels discussing it's stock. Also, I have Comcast service and the Peloton commercials are relentless. Yes, to each his own, but the position ...
by musical comedy
Fri Dec 13, 2019 1:19 pm
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Topic: Peloton
Replies: 14
Views: 9811

Peloton

I do not get the appeal of this thing. Of all exercise available, cycling is least interest to me.
by musical comedy
Thu Dec 12, 2019 11:05 am
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Topic: It's here!!!
Replies: 10
Views: 7689

Re: It's here!!!

What's that black padding you have underneath the saddle? It looks pretty thick. Congratulations! I have an Emporio and like it very much. That's what I have too, but not because it was my favorite. I was between a rock and a hard place to find a saddle for my short-backed, broad mare. The Emporio s...
by musical comedy
Mon Dec 09, 2019 10:07 pm
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Topic: Venting: About my neighbor
Replies: 24
Views: 14957

Re: Venting: About my neighbor

I don't know who 'the company' is. What I think is happening is she hired some independent guy that has rented some of the rollers and big machines. That independent guy hired some trucker to bring in the soil. I went up and tried to talk to the trucker, and he barely spoke english, had no name on h...
by musical comedy
Mon Dec 09, 2019 7:36 pm
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Topic: Venting: About my neighbor
Replies: 24
Views: 14957

Re: Venting: About my neighbor

Perhaps you missed it, but I wrote in the first post that the neighbor has the right to use the driveway to get into her pasture. It's in the deed, survey or whatever document. Even if this wasn't the case, there is no way I could put up a gate or fence. How would delivery people to get my place? I ...
by musical comedy
Sun Dec 08, 2019 1:26 pm
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Topic: Venting: About my neighbor
Replies: 24
Views: 14957

Re: Venting: About my neighbor

I'll say it so you don't have to, she's been there 25 years, maybe she'll just DIE and you won't have to deal with her anymore! I'm glad you said it for me. Here's the thing. We should have known there could be a problem, but it is just one of the things we overlooked. As I said, the person living ...
by musical comedy
Fri Dec 06, 2019 6:33 pm
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Topic: Venting: About my neighbor
Replies: 24
Views: 14957

Venting: About my neighbor

Sometimes it just helps to vent even though nobody can help me with this. I have the neighbor from hell. She is just a downright loathsome individual. I have 44 private acres, but it's a 'flag lot'. Some of you may not know that term, but if interested this explains it. https://www.landrushnow.com/w...
by musical comedy
Mon Dec 02, 2019 10:58 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Correct Connect Reins
Replies: 9
Views: 7690

Re: Correct Connect Reins

I don't see how they would help with your right rein contact problem. I can see where they would be good for x-country jumping on a pulling horse when the reins get wet or sweaty. What kind of reins do you use now? I use leather ones with notches.
by musical comedy
Mon Dec 02, 2019 10:45 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: PSA: Neck Problems
Replies: 10
Views: 8246

PSA: Neck Problems

For anyone interested, this is a story about my friend's horse. My friend imported a huge 18.2 just turned 6 year old. He came with xrays and she got more done when he arrived. None on the neck though. She had a host of problems with him initially. Some were similar to Blob's horse with the stopping...
by musical comedy
Mon Dec 02, 2019 1:57 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: It’s the Holiday Season! November/December Goals and Progress
Replies: 128
Views: 65306

Re: It’s the Holiday Season! November/December Goals and Progress

His head tossing can be so dramatic that I'm worried he's going to catch me in the face one of these days. Saddle has been checked, but I think i might just try riding in a different one to be sure. And while I"m fairly certain this isn't a mouth issue, i will also have his teeth checked. He d...
by musical comedy
Sun Dec 01, 2019 3:38 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Bend in the short bodied horse
Replies: 32
Views: 18297

Re: Bend in the short bodied horse

I don't know for certain that I hold my breath, but whatever I do is likely not a good thing. The problem I find with training is that you can only work on so much in a ride. There should be a plan, but that plan should be based on certain prerequisites being in place. For example, why start counter...
by musical comedy
Sun Dec 01, 2019 2:10 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Bend in the short bodied horse
Replies: 32
Views: 18297

Re: Bend in the short bodied horse

Not necessarily, MC. See above in thread for my reasons for posting it (there are half pass discussions/demonstrations). Oh ok, you mean this: -Demand proper balance all the time (especially corners). Stop and re-balance and go again as necessary to raise the standard. -Helpful canter half pass dem...
by musical comedy
Sat Nov 30, 2019 11:18 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Bend in the short bodied horse
Replies: 32
Views: 18297

Re: Bend in the short bodied horse

I Probably the best insight I've had is to never abandon the power of my seat as a communication tool. Often instead of more leg or more rein, I've needed "more seat" (or more proper, clear seat) in order to make communication crystal clear. I am a seat rider, especially with my current h...
by musical comedy
Sat Nov 30, 2019 4:54 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Bend in the short bodied horse
Replies: 32
Views: 18297

Re: Bend in the short bodied horse

did anyone else watch this video? comments? Looks like a hard horse to ride, but so appreciative we get these videos from USEF. I hope they keep offering these clinics. Which video are we talking about; the one with Sprieser taking a clinic? I started to watch it, but lost interest quickly. That's ...
by musical comedy
Sat Nov 23, 2019 3:20 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Bend in the short bodied horse
Replies: 32
Views: 18297

Re: Bend in the short bodied horse

Riding through stiffness in my journey has never produced good work. For me neither which was the hangup for me with lessons. Apparently the trainer(s) didn't see what I was feeling or thought that continuing on as advised would be of benefit. I am most used to watching rather talented horses demon...
by musical comedy
Sat Nov 23, 2019 11:03 am
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Topic: Real Estate Discussion
Replies: 72
Views: 38066

Re: Real Estate Discussion

For anyone interested in the future of real estate, this is an interesting article. https://www.businessinsider.com/millennials-vs-baby-boomers-big-houses-real-estate-market-problems-2019-3 It's source is the WSJ, which I can't link because you have to have an account there to read their article. Bo...
by musical comedy
Fri Nov 22, 2019 5:07 pm
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Topic: Random things that annoy you (a thread for venting small things)
Replies: 53
Views: 28064

Re: Random things that annoy you (a thread for venting small things)

I very much dislike Memes and people that respond with comments like "This!" or "I agree". Just use the like button. It bothers me because I don't like opening up a topic just to read one-liners. This is not directed to this board, although it happens here too. Facebook and Twitt...
by musical comedy
Fri Nov 22, 2019 4:58 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Bend in the short bodied horse
Replies: 32
Views: 18297

Re: Bend in the short bodied horse

I think conformation limits how well a horse can perform certain movements. Appropriate exercises of course improve some things. As Rye and XVet wrote, those exercises are common ones that I think most trainers use. They work well. So does interrupting the HP with a circle and going back to HP. With...
by musical comedy
Thu Nov 14, 2019 8:20 pm
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Topic: Has anyone heard from Musical Comedy?
Replies: 6
Views: 5015

Re: Has anyone heard from Musical Comedy?

Thanks for thinking of me. I appreciate it.
I'm fine. Well, as fine as an old lady can be in cold weather on farm when it gets dark at 4:30 :D
I'm spending my free time doing stock market trading and following all that's going on in politics.
by musical comedy
Wed Oct 16, 2019 6:34 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Spin-off: What are your greatest strengths?
Replies: 21
Views: 14268

Re: Spin-off: What are your greatest strengths?

Sitting the trot came very easy to me and I can't understand why it's a problem for so many. Developing feel, which is another thing that seems to have been a problem for many has not been for me. Biggest strengths are dedication, drive, persistence. It's never good enough. I'm also pretty good at p...
by musical comedy
Wed Oct 16, 2019 2:03 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: 2 hardest things to learn - Riding skill & dressage element? Then?
Replies: 13
Views: 9755

Re: 2 hardest things to learn - Riding skill & dressage element? Then?

I am geometry challenged. Is there a name for that? Spatial impediment? I could not walk a correct serpentine on foot, let alone riding a horse. For that reason, I never showed 2nd level. I recall once way back in my eventing days, I took a clinic with Max Gaywyler. At that time, the novice dressage...
by musical comedy
Wed Oct 16, 2019 1:52 pm
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Topic: Why I do this DDBB
Replies: 41
Views: 24874

Re: Why I do this DDBB

Some people cannot handle disagreement or criticism.
by musical comedy
Mon Oct 07, 2019 12:45 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: SeamsRight pretty much out of business
Replies: 40
Views: 23383

Re: SeamsRight pretty much out of business

Ah-ha, thanks. I didn't see this one on smartpak which is the only place I looked. I'll try this one. For some reason, my horse is shedding now in the fall.
by musical comedy
Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:39 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: SeamsRight pretty much out of business
Replies: 40
Views: 23383

Re: SeamsRight pretty much out of business

Musical. For hair that is sticking, Haas makes a rubber hand held gadget (Smartpak sells them) that works like magic to remove stubborn hair. I use it on all my saddle pads and clothes now. I was using my old sweeeper but I think the suction was a bit much and I ended up with a tiny hole. Are you t...
by musical comedy
Sat Sep 28, 2019 11:57 pm
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Topic: Who Needs a Weanling?
Replies: 8
Views: 6637

Re: Who Needs a Weanling?

Kelo, is he going to the killers? Please,no. What a shame.
by musical comedy
Sat Sep 28, 2019 10:35 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Grain-free?
Replies: 19
Views: 14275

Re: Grain-free?

My mare is IR and doesn't get any grain. I give 1/2 quart wet beet pulp to hide the thyro-l and the equithrive pellets. That's it. No ration balancer. The reason? Obesity. I adhere to a very consistent riding schedule of 5x a week and sometimes 6. I don't have a problem with lack of energy. That sai...
by musical comedy
Sat Sep 28, 2019 12:58 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Dressage at Devon Live Streaming
Replies: 2
Views: 2636

Dressage at Devon Live Streaming

On USEF Network.
by musical comedy
Fri Sep 27, 2019 2:52 pm
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Topic: That "girl" is a 60 year old woman!
Replies: 23
Views: 14013

Re: That "girl" is a 60 year old woman!

.but that's because I care more about financial equity than the stupid $3!$ people say. Absolutely, laughing all the way to the bank. Maybe it's because I worked for a fortune 100 company, but I never saw the income inequality that so many of you have seen. In my company, each job title had a pay g...
by musical comedy
Fri Sep 27, 2019 1:38 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Canter - Suppling or Strenthening or ???
Replies: 47
Views: 21881

Re: Canter - Suppling or Strenthening or ???

With RP, I don't canter in the warm up. He is very sensitive, but not necessarily hot or go go go out the gate. And can get flustered easily. If he doesn't have lots of good easy trotting with changes of bend, frame, and tempo, he'll be tight and excitable in the canter and it'll be much harder to ...
by musical comedy
Fri Sep 27, 2019 10:51 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Canter - Suppling or Strenthening or ???
Replies: 47
Views: 21881

Canter - Suppling or Strenthening or ???

My trainer does not include canterining in the warmup. When asked why not, I was told because the trot is the suppling gait. I tell him that my understanding is that the canter loosens the back and the trot is always better after a canter. Of course, he doesn't want to believe that, so conversation ...
by musical comedy
Thu Sep 26, 2019 11:40 am
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Topic: Tack room ideas?
Replies: 23
Views: 14783

Re: Tack room ideas?

Flight wrote:Thanks MC! Sorry I didn't see this earlier.
What is your floor?
I like the bench thing.
The floor is cement. The aisle, feed room, and tack room have cement flooring. The stalls have stonedust base. The bench opens to storage. I like it too!

I
by musical comedy
Thu Sep 26, 2019 11:37 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cool down and keep going! September/October Goals and Progress.
Replies: 442
Views: 213674

Re: Cool down and keep going! September/October Goals and Progress.

Most of the time if I had a horse who would go behind the leg and get stuck it was because they were crooked in their body and that caused a block somewhere along the line. The crookedness could be due to rider error,(too much flexion and throwing away the outside rein) unequal body strength due to...

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