Search found 256 matches

by lorilu
Sat Oct 23, 2021 11:33 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: staying slow in the medium trot
Replies: 34
Views: 6112

Re: staying slow in the medium trot

I do shoulder in because of my belief that leg yield loads the front end, so start and finish with shoulder in. definitely change which shoulder you ride in. do S I in medium trot, go straight 2 or 3 strides in medium, do SI in collected. really sit. go straight for a few strides, SI to medium, .as...
by lorilu
Sat Oct 23, 2021 11:28 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion
Replies: 22
Views: 4958

Re: Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion

Thank you Chisamba. Especially for the clear directions HOW to do it. Aah well the classics adhere to the fundamental theory that whip means forward and spur means lateral. so, Mama is a lazy horse, been used for lessons etc. when riders tap her with the whip she throws up her head she may step side...
by lorilu
Wed Oct 13, 2021 10:51 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion
Replies: 22
Views: 4958

Re: Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion

Thank you Chisamba. COnnection is our focus these days, and moving into the connection IS part of the problem. WHen I use it, he quickens his hind leg.... doesnt lengthen his body or neck. ANd he certainly does nothing dangerous..... Yesterday I checked the whip response - I waved it over his wither...
by lorilu
Wed Oct 13, 2021 10:40 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion
Replies: 22
Views: 4958

Re: Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion

This is rather mundane, but have you tried something like walking down a hill, then turning around and asking for a big trot up? Most horses I've ridden really want to open up on hills, so take advantage of that and ask him to GO. After he's responding to the go reliably, add in transitions within ...
by lorilu
Mon Oct 11, 2021 11:23 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion
Replies: 22
Views: 4958

Re: Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion

I want to thank everyone. I know I posted this then "disappeared" for a while..... To answer some of your questions: He doesnt need more calories. He is a really easy keeper, and is really fit. Doesnt breathe hard after normal work..... and I started him on Red Cell, one of those racehorse...
by lorilu
Sat Oct 02, 2021 1:16 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Does your farrier make an appt for the next time?
Replies: 25
Views: 5980

Re: Does your farrier make an appt for the next time?

mine always makes an appointment for next time. I have had the "call me when you need me" farrier in the past.... and my horse was always overdue by the time he could come.
by lorilu
Sat Oct 02, 2021 1:05 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion
Replies: 22
Views: 4958

Rediscovering forwardness and impulsion

First off I know forwardness isnt speed and impulsion is independent of it. We are entering our third year showing PSG and now trying to move up to I-1. This year has been a real..... shit show? One of the issues seems to be a loss of really going forward into the bit and carrying himself. I feel as...
by lorilu
Thu Apr 01, 2021 12:31 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Anyone make bridles a la the now closed Jerrie's harness?
Replies: 10
Views: 4219

Re: Anyone make bridles a la the now closed Jerrie's harness?

I recently bought a Kingsley bridle. Probably the nicest one I have ever had. Leather is soft but not limp, and the finish is not dulling over time. (I use it ~4/days a week.... maybe for 6 months.... )
by lorilu
Thu Mar 18, 2021 12:09 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Second trot
Replies: 56
Views: 12361

Re: Second trot

Tristan Tucker recently added some content on producing second trot. He starts out with sort of an in-hand half-steps approach, then starts to ask for the steps in small increments in the trot (not half steps obviously, but more articulation and cadence with the hinds). There is a 7 day free trial ...
by lorilu
Tue Feb 23, 2021 3:13 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cost of recognized shows across the US
Replies: 16
Views: 5589

Re: Cost of recognized shows across the US

Blob, that's about what I pay here in Ocala area - unless you are talking the World Eq Center. Just entered a show there.... gulp.
by lorilu
Tue Feb 23, 2021 3:11 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cost of recognized shows across the US
Replies: 16
Views: 5589

Re: Cost of recognized shows across the US

Moutaineer wrote:And then there's USDF, USEF. GMO memberships for you and your horse to add on top...

you can always pay the non member fees.....
And a GMO membership by itself is enough for USDF, you can even earn scores towards rider medals. Stiill have to pay the USEF non member fee tho.
by lorilu
Tue Feb 23, 2021 3:09 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Hard to sit trots
Replies: 54
Views: 12128

Re: Hard to sit trots

Raises hand! Bravo is famously hard to sit - every trainer I have worked with tells me. As a Lusitano he LOOKS like he is using his back - his ass is nicely rounded - but he isn't. Look closely and you'll see his hocks just out a bit behind. WHat usually works for me is LOTS of walk warm up with lot...
by lorilu
Tue Feb 02, 2021 7:57 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Subaru Outback
Replies: 13
Views: 4812

Re: Subaru Outback

Thanks for your input. The reason why I am looking at the Outback is because towing is 2700 pounds versus Forester's 1500 pounds. Ground clearance is the same for both. The Outback is heavier and longer and wider, 2 inches shorter in height. This is based on 2021 models. Be sure to pay attention to...
by lorilu
Tue Feb 02, 2021 7:48 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Sitting trot
Replies: 29
Views: 7144

Re: Sitting trot

I watched your second video and I recognize so much! Def. improvement. For me, I found that if I have a bit more forward with cadence helps immensely - even thinking a bit of passagey-trot. Try a bit more forwardness.....
by lorilu
Tue Feb 02, 2021 7:40 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Sitting trot
Replies: 29
Views: 7144

Re: Sitting trot

yes. My horse. Bravo has a 15" saddle support surface according to Schleese. Even trainers I have and do work with admit he is difficult to sit. I have found that saddles make a huge difference.... recently moved to a Schleese Pro (this one was a prototype ), and the stirrup bar more under by p...
by lorilu
Mon Jan 25, 2021 10:45 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Proposed dress rule changes!!
Replies: 18
Views: 5024

Proposed dress rule changes!!

Dark Breeches!! USDF wants your feedback!! https://www.usdf.org/competitions/usefr ... pp8A9R2R8Q
by lorilu
Sat Jan 16, 2021 12:07 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Rein Length
Replies: 93
Views: 22269

Re: Rein Length

this is a wonderful thread. thanks all !
by lorilu
Fri Jan 15, 2021 3:24 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?
Replies: 25
Views: 7959

Re: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?

exvet wrote:These are the ones I have (though I think I bought them through Dover and got 15% off).

https://www.dressageextensions.com/petr ... X1-381289/


wow thanks that is inexpensive!
by lorilu
Thu Jan 14, 2021 12:42 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?
Replies: 25
Views: 7959

Re: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?

Well I must be the only Petrie fan. I can take them off the shelf and have them fit pretty well. I do have the softer model with the zipper in the back for every day use. They're 3 years old now and still are in pretty good shape. You're not alone, I really like my Petries, I just needed something ...
by lorilu
Wed Jan 13, 2021 3:34 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Strange infection
Replies: 27
Views: 16369

Re: Strange infection

Did you try the Coat Defense powder?
by lorilu
Wed Jan 13, 2021 3:26 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Sheepskin, again. New ideas!
Replies: 9
Views: 3733

Re: Sheepskin, again. New ideas!

The smaller rugs from IKEA might work for you. They seem to have a fairly dense and shorter pile. Youd need two as they are not really big enough. Id suggest going to the store and picking the ones you want. https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/sejling-sh ... -50393081/
they also have white oens
by lorilu
Wed Jan 13, 2021 3:10 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?
Replies: 25
Views: 7959

Re: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?

do you prefer a softer boot or one with a harder outside? I have a pair of tredstep padillos that have a very stiff outside (my preference) and i REALLY like them. I currently have a pair of cavallos that are softer than I like, but I think would work well for a long, narrow calf. Thanks blob, I'll...
by lorilu
Tue Jan 12, 2021 12:18 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?
Replies: 25
Views: 7959

Re: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?

do you prefer a softer boot or one with a harder outside? I have a pair of tredstep padillos that have a very stiff outside (my preference) and i REALLY like them. I currently have a pair of cavallos that are softer than I like, but I think would work well for a long, narrow calf. Thanks blob, I'll...
by lorilu
Tue Jan 12, 2021 12:18 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?
Replies: 25
Views: 7959

Re: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?

I hate Tredstep. They have never fit. I am very hard to fit, and Ovation and Mountain Horse have been the only ones I can buy off the size chart that fit. I got about five pairs of Ovation front zip boots on sale before they discontinued them, but I keep those for showing. I have a very high arch, ...
by lorilu
Tue Jan 12, 2021 12:15 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?
Replies: 25
Views: 7959

Re: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?

Can you do the front zip polo style boots? This summer I bought a pair of Mountain Horse Estelles and love the front zip. They are unfortunately discontinued, though if you scour the web, you might be able to nab a pair in your size. However, before that I was riding in my Petrie Anky boots, and ca...
by lorilu
Sun Jan 10, 2021 10:36 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: favorite dressage daily use tall boots?
Replies: 25
Views: 7959

favorite dressage daily use tall boots?

My beloved daily use Mountain Horse boots are about done. :( MH fits me really well.... but the new tall boots have a front/inside zipper, and my high arch prevents me getting my foot into the boot. Really dont want field boots. Not a fan of Ariat, I find they dont last as well and the calf is eithe...
by lorilu
Thu Nov 19, 2020 2:34 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Putting 2020 in Hindsight: November-December Goals and Progress
Replies: 368
Views: 72421

Re: Putting 2020 in Hindsight: November-December Goals and Progress

Demi, it's looking pretty good! Only little things that you will keep fixing because you can see them if you keep videoing yourself. One thing that my new instructor has helped me for straightness and not pulling inside reins is holding your reins in one hand (outside hand) and the other hand, touc...
by lorilu
Thu Nov 19, 2020 1:15 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Putting 2020 in Hindsight: November-December Goals and Progress
Replies: 368
Views: 72421

Re: Putting 2020 in Hindsight: November-December Goals and Progress

HI Everyone! SO READY to be done with 2020!! Bravo and I are trying to find our two tempis. Right now I get some to the easy side, an occasional one to the "harder" direction, and today got a string of 4 YAY! HOWEVER, they are often late or together behind.... since I know this could beco...
by lorilu
Thu Nov 19, 2020 1:12 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Pivo self video--anyone?
Replies: 64
Views: 16873

Re: Pivo self video--anyone?

ANyone know if you can turn off the sound? The wind was really up today and it was REALLY noisy on the video....
by lorilu
Wed Nov 18, 2020 9:21 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Pivo self video--anyone?
Replies: 64
Views: 16873

Re: Pivo self video--anyone?

Hi all! I just started playing with the PIVO Silver yesterday (big fail, many misunderstanding issues...).... today was a bit better, but it loses me in the arena. Bay horse, teal saddle pad, I have a white long sleeved white shirt and black breeches. It's placed at X, and loses me on the short side...
by lorilu
Wed Nov 18, 2020 9:05 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Putting 2020 in Hindsight: November-December Goals and Progress
Replies: 368
Views: 72421

Re: Putting 2020 in Hindsight: November-December Goals and Progress

HI Everyone! SO READY to be done with 2020!! Bravo and I are trying to find our two tempis. Right now I get some to the easy side, an occasional one to the "harder" direction, and today got a string of 4 YAY! HOWEVER, they are often late or together behind.... since I know this could becom...
by lorilu
Wed Jul 08, 2020 1:37 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Bareback pads
Replies: 11
Views: 6597

Re: Bareback pads

Cashel makes one that's almost a saddle... https://www.smartpakequine.com/pt/cashe ... gJCMPD_BwE
by lorilu
Wed Jul 08, 2020 1:34 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Shows in Georgia
Replies: 6
Views: 4133

Re: Shows in Georgia

I have been to shows in Gainesville (Newberry) and here in Ocala at the Fl Horse Park. Masks while unmounted. Plexiglas separating show sec from us in office, social distancing . Temp checks at arrival and a wristband to permit access to warmup area. Few complaints. If we want to show, these are the...
by lorilu
Wed Jul 08, 2020 1:27 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Biomechanics stuff
Replies: 17
Views: 9178

Re: Biomechanics stuff

Pilates has really helped straighten me out. My trainer works with many equestrians (and she's not the famous one with the book....). She understands the need for balanced strength, and pure balance. We work on it every session. Yoga, as well, has really worked on my balance.
by lorilu
Fri May 15, 2020 10:46 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Another reason I love my barn
Replies: 7
Views: 5422

Re: Another reason I love my barn

How wonderful!! That is a REAL family!! A friend is in Shands after an autologous bone marrow transplant to battle a very rare lymphoma. I promised her she could come ride Bravo when she gets out. SOmeone brought her old photos of her and her horse (gone many years...)...... Horse people are good pe...
by lorilu
Fri May 15, 2020 10:41 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Feeding adjustments: no more alfalfa
Replies: 19
Views: 11956

Re: Feeding adjustments: no more alfalfa

I started RP on alfalfa pellets last week. I got the seminole brand, which is molasses free and the bag I got was very dust free. I only got one bag to start to make sure he ate it, it agreed with his system, etc. He seems quite happy to eat it. Right now he's getting 2lbs (1lb at each feeding), bu...
by lorilu
Tue May 12, 2020 2:01 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Feeding adjustments: no more alfalfa
Replies: 19
Views: 11956

Re: Feeding adjustments: no more alfalfa

SInce my guys are out on grass 24/7, and even in winter we have SOME grass, I don't measure the cubes or pellets by weight. Two double handfuls of cubes, and two big handfuls of the chopped hay "forage feed" that Seminole makes. All that gets soaked. Then I add a 20oz glass measure of pell...
by lorilu
Tue May 12, 2020 1:52 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: straightening after half pass
Replies: 13
Views: 7856

Re: straightening after half pass

Yep. I think most of us are right handed, so that is the issue. Try what I said and see if you notice a difference. Every time I start to struggle with going sideways enough, I have to remind myself of more collection and sitting up, and then it all comes together SO much easier! Well, I'm a lefty ...
by lorilu
Mon May 11, 2020 5:02 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: straightening after half pass
Replies: 13
Views: 7856

Re: straightening after half pass

Interesting that half of you say move the shoulders and half suggest pushing the haunches over to the new straightness....... the freestyle is 4th level. Three changes after the HP. I guess I just need to see what works for us. I know we usually need more collection as well. thanks all!!! I knew I c...
by lorilu
Mon May 11, 2020 4:59 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: straightening after half pass
Replies: 13
Views: 7856

Re: straightening after half pass

A half pass should be parallel to the rail already. The straightening needed is to take out the bend. If you are lagging in the quarters, you need to catch them up, or push it over however you think about it. If you are not already straight with bend in the half pass, I would work on that. With my ...
by lorilu
Sun May 10, 2020 9:37 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: straightening after half pass
Replies: 13
Views: 7856

straightening after half pass

Can someone give me a step by step map of straightening after a (canter) half pass? Lets say HP from QL to QL.... not to the rail . Do I just allow the haunches to follow the shoulders up the new straight line? Do I just push the haunches over one more step until horse is straight? Is there a bit of...
by lorilu
Tue Apr 14, 2020 12:02 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Feeding adjustments: no more alfalfa
Replies: 19
Views: 11956

Re: Feeding adjustments: no more alfalfa

I use both alf pellets and cubes I soak the cubes but not the pellets - they get dumped on top with whatever supplements and a little bit of grain. . THey make up the bulk of my horses' diets, along with a balancer or equalizer. The mini gets balance- she doesnt need calories. The others get equaliz...
by lorilu
Mon Apr 06, 2020 9:57 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Corona question
Replies: 12
Views: 8648

Re: Corona question

I agree. I think right now the most vulnerable among us are getting it now.... and hopefully will have some residual immunity for some (undetermined) length of time. Same for those who get it but without symptoms or mild symptoms. For the rest of us, who do not get it in this go round, we will still...
by lorilu
Mon Apr 06, 2020 1:21 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Let the horse hair fly! March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 162
Views: 78939

Re: Let the horse hair fly! March and April Goals and Progress

Chisamba, there are two "oldenbergs" - the German (Oldenberg GOV) and the Oldenberg Registry N.A. / ISR.... That 's all I know! Good luck with her she sounds promising!
by lorilu
Mon Apr 06, 2020 1:16 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Favorite exercises to encourage and maintain both longitudinal and lateral suppleness
Replies: 15
Views: 10244

Re: Favorite exercises to encourage and maintain both longitudinal and lateral suppleness

that makes perfect sense..... "slowing the front legs" made me think about the front when I should really be influencing the hind legs!
by lorilu
Sun Apr 05, 2020 1:01 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: SI Injections
Replies: 6
Views: 4840

Re: SI Injections

I have had it done both at the clinic on one horse, and here in my barn last year and again this year for Bravo. Vet uses ultrasound to direct the needle after very thorough scrub down. It makes a big difference for Bravo. When he is "due" his canter gets very wonky, especially to the righ...
by lorilu
Sun Apr 05, 2020 12:55 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Let the horse hair fly! March and April Goals and Progress
Replies: 162
Views: 78939

Re: Let the horse hair fly! March and April Goals and Progress

First I want to say how nice it is to be here. I had forgotten what a welcoming space this is. I am lucky to have Bravo at home. We have been working on connection in just the snaffle and I am starting to transition back to the double while maintaining the connection. I am figuring out how much I ha...
by lorilu
Sun Apr 05, 2020 12:41 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Favorite exercises to encourage and maintain both longitudinal and lateral suppleness
Replies: 15
Views: 10244

Re: Favorite exercises to encourage and maintain both longitudinal and lateral suppleness

Exvet, thanks for starting this. For me and Bravo, we get better suppleness when I stick to the walk (all the lateral work already mentioned especially SI-reveres, stretchy to collected, and alternating between LY and HP and SI. I then go to canter and leave the trot for later. A bit of forward and ...

Go to advanced search