What kind of tests are these exactly?
In show jumping. What exactly do you have to do, what are the requirements? It's not specific to me, I'm just curious. I don't know what those letters mean. (There are two exams)
Why do people still ride without a cap?
I just don't understand. There are already so many great helmets available today. So why risk your life?
What to buy at Felix Bühler/Krämer?
I still need winter shoes, but I have a voucher for 100 euros, and the shoes aren't that expensive. Do you have any ideas what else I could buy for 30 euros? Because it's a bit of a hassle if I don't use the voucher right away.
Does anyone know what happened to Chin Champ?
Does anyone know anything about the whereabouts of the stallion Chin Champ? He must be older by now. Is he still alive? Is he still being bred? If so, how (frozen or frozen) and where? Somehow he seems to have disappeared, perhaps abroad?
If you had the choice to get a lot of money for a horse, would you sell it or not?
If you have a high-quality horse that you originally bought for yourself to make good progress in competitions, but you're offered a lot of money for the horse and you could really use the money, what would you do? Keep the horse or sell it.
Do you have any chance at all at bucha as a private individual?
I'm considering participating in the bucha trials. However, I imagine that as a private individual, I wouldn't have much of a chance there anyway. What do you think?
Sport horses?
Am I the only one who was happy that Totilas, Hickstead, Ruffian,… were dead? If they had died much earlier they wouldn't have had to suffer, or how do you see it?
Male riders?
This isn't so much a question; I'd rather hear your opinions. Those who know my other questions will notice that I'm a western riding enthusiast. I do it with passion and see my horse as my partner. Because only together can we achieve our goals. However, I'm currently seeing an increasing number of male riders…
How big is a jumping arena (at competitions)?
How big are the arenas/halls at show jumping competitions? Is a 20 x 40 arena sufficient for training? I'm asking about smaller competitions, like E or A (in Switzerland).
How much experience with horses and riding do you need for vaulting?
I had a little riding instruction as a child in third and fourth grade, but unfortunately, after we moved, I stopped. But I'd like to try vaulting now and, if I like it, start with that. Do you think that's possible or do you need more experience with horses and riding?
Send saddle by mail?
Hi, after years and years we finally managed to sell our old saddle, but it has to be sent by mail. What's the best way to pack it? Does anyone have any tips? Some say padding the box with blankets, others say wrapping the saddle neatly and tightly in plastic and lining the box with…
Costs for competition riding (Switzerland)?
Hello everyone I have a question regarding competitive riding in Switzerland. I'm 14 years old and have no experience in equestrian sports. However, for some time now, I've been wanting to gain some competitive experience. Since I don't know anything about it (yet), I thought I'd try to find answers here 🙂 It's about the…