Recently we had some questions about adjustments of poles and pole straps. But once you have the correct sizes and adjustments for your horses, then there is an art to making a turn without risking breaking your wooden pole.
Tag: Harness
Measuring Your Reins Before Mounting, the Achenbach Way
It’s a lesser-known fact that under the Achenbach system, the pairs driver always measures their reins from the ground before mounting the carriage, and always mounts from the left-hand side. The intent is to allow the driver to have control of the horses throughout the entire process of mounting the carriage and taking their seat.
The Importance of Proper Rein Adjustments
Correct rein adjustments are essential to help your driving pair function together smoothly and evenly. Incorrect adjustments and handling can result in poor horse behaviors, or can even contribute to accidents.
Safety: Preparing Your Carriage and Your Team for an Event
As we head into the Christmas season, many carriage drivers are delivering Santa in holiday parades – so let’s set ourselves up for success! While you’re thinking about all the fun activities you will be participating in with your horses, it’s important to take a little time and check out your carriage and harness before the big day, especially if you’re using your much-loved antique carriage that you only bring out for special occasions.
Bits: The Bottom Line
The wrong bit in the wrong hands can be a disaster for both horse and human. There is a huge array of bits, mouth pieces, and types of materials from which they are manufactured, from many different suppliers. How does one choose?
Harness: Synthetic, or Leather?
Let’s look at some of the features that drivers consider when purchasing harness, and see how synthetic harness stacks up against leather.
First Driving Lesson: Fun in the Cones
How young is too young to learn to drive a carriage? This is a matter of opinion and depends on the individual, but there is one thing on which we can agree – equestrian activities offer many benefits for our youth, and carriage driving is no exception.
Morning Fitness at the Ranch
Libertad is continuing his fitness campaign! Come along with us for a gentle trot around the ranch and a generous cool-down walk back to the Carriage House.
Interview with Nicole Burnett: Everything is an Opportunity for Growth
We were thrilled to sit down with Nicole Burnett, of The Resilient Reiner, for a wide-ranging discussion about the challenges, setbacks, learning opportunities and just plain fun of working with horses! Grab your favorite beverage and have a listen!
Starting a Horse to Harness
Generally speaking, it’s best to start a horse to harness at around 3 years old, but this can vary according to breed, temperament and level of physical maturity. Let’s assume that your young horse has been well handled, is halter broken, and accepts a bit and simple bridle. In the initial stages of starting a … Continue reading Starting a Horse to Harness
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