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by capstone
Fri Jul 22, 2016 9:27 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation
Replies: 16
Views: 14490

Re: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation

HafDressage wrote:Capstone do you have a link for what you are ordering? I debated Cavallos too. Hopefully they turn out awesome! :)

https://www.calevo.com/cgi-bin/calevo/p ... 30151.html
by capstone
Fri Jul 22, 2016 1:38 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Goals and progress:. June and July.
Replies: 369
Views: 178975

Re: Goals and progress:. June and July.

Yes, the heat is brutal. Particularly when I came from temps 45-60 last week. So we are riding in the morning and at night to try to get a bit of relief. My trainer and her staff start working horses at 5am and break at lunch and pick back up, if necessary, at 7pm. As for a personal update... Progre...
by capstone
Thu Jul 21, 2016 6:15 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation
Replies: 16
Views: 14490

Re: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation

By "there" do you mean Calevo or Europe? Either way, this seems like the best/cheapest approach from all of my research.
by capstone
Thu Jul 21, 2016 3:09 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Tipping in the US and Canada
Replies: 16
Views: 13622

Re: Tipping in the US and Canada

15-20% where I am in Texas.
by capstone
Wed Jul 20, 2016 9:46 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation
Replies: 16
Views: 14490

Re: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation

I'm going to order Cavallos from Calevo. I may even have my measurements from last time, for reference.
by capstone
Wed Jul 20, 2016 8:37 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Pet names in the workplace
Replies: 26
Views: 17000

Re: Pet names in the workplace

I think familiar is a very good way to put it.
by capstone
Wed Jul 20, 2016 8:27 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Pet names in the workplace
Replies: 26
Views: 17000

Re: Pet names in the workplace

It may just be me, but diminutive nicknames make me very uncomfortable I had the same response - once maybe in a particular context, but as a label, NO. No, not just you. This one comes across to me more as condescending than romantic/sexual, but either way...no go. I have a good friend at work who...
by capstone
Wed Jul 20, 2016 12:06 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

Re: rolled bridles

I will change the browband of course! ;)
by capstone
Tue Jul 19, 2016 11:36 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

Re: rolled bridles

Chisamba wrote:I cannot tell on the phone, is it rolled?

It is not. The cheek pieces are more streamlined than those on his current bridle, so I think it should look a bit more elegant. We'll see!
by capstone
Tue Jul 19, 2016 2:08 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

Re: rolled bridles

redsoxluvr wrote:I like that Passier bridle, and Calevo has some great deals!

Yes, I plan to order my new Cavallos from them next!
by capstone
Sun Jul 17, 2016 11:22 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

Re: rolled bridles

I have ordered this Passier bridle for him.

https://www.calevo.com/cgi-bin/calevo/p ... 50344.html
by capstone
Sun Jul 17, 2016 11:15 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

Re: rolled bridles

I think rolled bridles are beautiful on small/dainty faces. Cartier's is bolder so the bridle almost gets "lost" on him to me. He wears a cob size, which is funny since he is just shy of 17 hands. On my browband thread earlier in the year, some had commented that his current bridle was to...
by capstone
Sun Jul 17, 2016 7:04 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

Re: rolled bridles

I have two issues with rolled bridles - the ones I have seen have buckles at the poll and they are not that adjustable. The other is that I have seen horses get sore at the poll where the buckles go. They are very pretty, though. Good to know. Honestly, I've never had one but Cartier has had one be...
by capstone
Fri Jul 15, 2016 6:51 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Rant: Eating in Public
Replies: 37
Views: 17471

Re: Rant: Eating in Public

Chisamba wrote:I would encourage better eating manners, politely. If he dates, eats in a restaurant, or any other socializing, he will not make a good impression . Perhaps you can help him out.

No need to be crass or nasty about it.

I agree. Maybe the family angle makes us more direct.
by capstone
Fri Jul 15, 2016 6:50 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Rant: Eating in Public
Replies: 37
Views: 17471

Re: Rant: Eating in Public

AmityBee wrote:...but, eating with your fingers is so... ...satisfying!!! I love doing that. Mind you, not in public, but I'm not opossed to eat yogurt, icecream or even pasta with my bare hands... :oops: :D

I can't imagine. Pizza, burger, taco, ribs...yes.
by capstone
Thu Jul 14, 2016 8:37 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cartier's stories
Replies: 138
Views: 72498

Re: AA rider and trainer showing horse at the same time?

Heading back to TX tomorrow. A sweet friend sent me this today. I think he is ready to see me again. :)
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by capstone
Thu Jul 14, 2016 8:51 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Rant: Eating in Public
Replies: 37
Views: 17471

Re: Rant: Eating in Public

For me, it's not so much the noise or even generally the use of silverware, but rather the visual. To see someone's food roll around in their mouth as they are chewing is what is nauseating to me.
by capstone
Sat Jul 09, 2016 2:59 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Swiss artist I found and love
Replies: 6
Views: 6088

Re: Swiss artist I found and love

I met with Fiona today to plan my commission of Cartier. We got everything worked out except the size/shape of the canvas and the background. I'm going to sleep on it and get back to her ASAP so she can get started. 8-)
by capstone
Sat Jul 09, 2016 11:42 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

Re: rolled bridles

Thanks for the input. I'm going to stick with flat leather for him.
by capstone
Fri Jul 08, 2016 5:03 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Hartpury Grand Prix dressage live streaming now!
Replies: 9
Views: 7666

Re: Hartpury Grand Prix dressage live streaming now!

Even with mistakes, Charlotte and Valegro are comfortably in the lead. That is what happens when a boatload of the other scores are 10s!
by capstone
Tue Jul 05, 2016 4:31 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Tack Shopping for Dallas the Rescue Pony...input please?
Replies: 6
Views: 5977

Re: Tack Shopping for Dallas the Rescue Pony...input please?

Is there a point to the alternate shaped brow band or is it just preference? I wonder if a curved one would be for a horse, like Dallas, where the brow band looks too big and gaps across the forehead? But I wouldn't do any bling on him, so don't know that I'd have much luck matching up an older bri...
by capstone
Mon Jul 04, 2016 6:51 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Tack Shopping for Dallas the Rescue Pony...input please?
Replies: 6
Views: 5977

Re: Tack Shopping for Dallas the Rescue Pony...input please?

Also, re: trends....in show photos I have seen a lot of those v-like brow bands....is it too dinasaur like to go with the standard, traditional ones? I lean towards the classic. 8-) The V-shaped brow bands aren't too common in my neck of the woods but the curved ones are. I think they look nice and...
by capstone
Mon Jul 04, 2016 5:38 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation
Replies: 16
Views: 14490

Re: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation

I had custom Dehner's that lasted me about 10 years and it was finally time to replace them this year. After TONS of online research, I was set on Konigs...well I went to the tack shop and somehow they talked me into a pair of custom Tucci dressage boots...it helped that they had a full wall of bea...
by capstone
Sat Jul 02, 2016 8:56 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation
Replies: 16
Views: 14490

Re: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation

orono wrote:If you're happy with the Cavallos I would order the same style and size numbers in black.

This was my initial thinking.
by capstone
Sat Jul 02, 2016 5:50 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation
Replies: 16
Views: 14490

Good quality, stiff dressage boot recommendation

It is time to replace my original pair of tall boots, bought more than 10 years ago. They are black semi-custom Petries. Maybe the Anky model. I also have brown Cavallos, bought much more recently. Piaffe Plus I believe. DH is surprisingly on board with the replacement despite the fact that the Cava...
by capstone
Fri Jul 01, 2016 2:18 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Goals and progress:. June and July.
Replies: 369
Views: 178975

Re: Goals and progress:. June and July.

Thanks for the well wishes for Kiwi! I'll pass them on to her. Maybe with sugar cubes. Whoa--scary. What happened (if you want to share)? Jingles to her and patience to you both. That's the thing-- I'm not quite sure. I walked the pasture and didn't find anything either a) sharp, or b) bloody, so t...
by capstone
Sun Jun 26, 2016 7:12 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Goals and progress:. June and July.
Replies: 369
Views: 178975

Re: Goals and progress:. June and July.

leheath8 wrote:but got a grey against my better judgement - how does anyone ever keep them clean!??? :lol:

Cartier gets a bath almost every day.
by capstone
Sat Jun 25, 2016 7:42 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

Re: rolled bridles

Good to know. Thanks.
by capstone
Sat Jun 25, 2016 12:57 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

Re: Favorite rolled bridle?

I'm curious, is no one responding because you have no preference of maker for rolled bridles or because you don't actually like rolled bridles?

I was considering one for Cartier because he does have a refined head, for his size.
by capstone
Sun Jun 19, 2016 11:29 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: rolled bridles
Replies: 21
Views: 16421

rolled bridles

I am looking at the Passier Neptune and the Otto Schumacher Munich.
by capstone
Sun Jun 19, 2016 10:06 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cartier's stories
Replies: 138
Views: 72498

Re: AA rider and trainer showing horse at the same time?

And now I head back to Switzerland tonight for 4 weeks. This travel schedule is really getting in the way of my riding!
by capstone
Sat Jun 18, 2016 8:29 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cartier's stories
Replies: 138
Views: 72498

Re: AA rider and trainer showing horse at the same time?

I had literally the best rides I've ever had on Cartier yesterday and today. It's amazing the difference in feeling even from a month ago when I showed him in Tulsa. He and my trainer (and now me I guess) have really made a breakthrough, particularly with the trot work. And now she is talking about ...
by capstone
Tue Jun 14, 2016 4:09 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cartier's stories
Replies: 138
Views: 72498

Re: AA rider and trainer showing horse at the same time?

And now I'm on my way out to ride my FEI horse. :mrgreen:
by capstone
Tue Jun 14, 2016 1:14 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cartier's stories
Replies: 138
Views: 72498

Re: AA rider and trainer showing horse at the same time?

The other 40 or so photos are not so good. This is from the May training thread about our first test: Our test earlier today was apparently lackluster AND I made mistakes. "Should be bolder", "needs more power", "slightly behind the leg". Nothing we didn't know there! G...
by capstone
Tue Jun 14, 2016 1:10 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*
Replies: 89
Views: 45696

Re: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*

He can make anything look beautiful. Such a gorgeous horse! I'm not a bling person but I think your horse looks fab in both brow bands. And I like your bridle better overall when the flash isn't attached. Thanks for sharing so many pictures, I loved looking at them all. :D Glad you liked them - I l...
by capstone
Mon Jun 13, 2016 8:01 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*
Replies: 89
Views: 45696

Re: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*

Thank you all for your kind words about my boy. I just love him to bits, if you couldn't tell. Supermodel horse... would look good dressed in a trashbag... :) I agree that Capstone's horse should be a bridle model. I think he could model blankets too. image.jpeg Or Theraplates! image.jpeg :mrgreen: ...
by capstone
Mon Jun 13, 2016 7:57 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*
Replies: 89
Views: 45696

Re: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*

PaulaO wrote:I have to admit that Cartier is the horse I covet most. He is simply stunning and seems to have such a good disposition.

Awww, that is so sweet. I only post the best pictures you know - he does have his goofy moments. As do I when I'm riding him!
by capstone
Mon Jun 13, 2016 12:29 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*
Replies: 89
Views: 45696

Re: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*

The blue browband made an appearance on his double this weekend. It looked great with my trainer's grey/blue shadbelly.
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Excuse his expression, it was super humid and he had just worked very hard.
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by capstone
Sun Jun 12, 2016 11:02 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cartier's stories
Replies: 138
Views: 72498

Re: AA rider and trainer showing horse at the same time?

Speaking of First level...
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by capstone
Sun Jun 12, 2016 11:00 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cartier's stories
Replies: 138
Views: 72498

Re: AA rider and trainer showing horse at the same time?

What a good boy, Cartier! Capstone, did you know he was this sort of horse when you got him? What a gem and so nice to send you great scores when you are away. No, I never thought he would get 67% at I1. Or anything close to it. It was never the plan although he had been shown to S level a couple o...
by capstone
Sun Jun 12, 2016 5:48 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cartier's stories
Replies: 138
Views: 72498

Re: AA rider and trainer showing horse at the same time?

67.237% yesterday in the I1 for FEI Reserve Champion.
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He was proud of himself coming out of the test.
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by capstone
Sun Jun 12, 2016 3:47 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: My new horse...or what the heck did I get myself into???
Replies: 21
Views: 14899

Re: My new horse...or what the heck did I get myself into???

One of my horses that I'd had for years became bridle shy in a matter of weeks. Because I knew him and knew this wasn't his typical behavior I had a vet check his ears. He had aureal plaques (sp?). And having his ears touched was very painful. Meds for a week and he went back to easy bridling. Your...
by capstone
Sun Jun 05, 2016 7:22 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Horses and Riders
Replies: 18
Views: 13690

Re: Horses and Riders

My favorite pic of Cartier and me
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And another favorite
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by capstone
Sat Jun 04, 2016 10:33 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Cartier's stories
Replies: 138
Views: 72498

Re: AA rider and trainer showing horse at the same time?

Small world! Lisa and her team are the best! At least in my opinion. She and Cartier scored 73.8% today at a schooling show in the PSG. These schooling show judges are funny - it wasn't a 73% ride according to Lisa but she was very happy with him. She did PSG instead of I1 as a "light ride"...
by capstone
Wed Jun 01, 2016 8:04 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Frivolous post
Replies: 10
Views: 8887

Frivolous post

From time to time, in my absence, someone from my home barn will send me a note about or a picture of my boy. To keep me from feeling too left out while I am away.

I just got this picture. He loves the attention. :D
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