To start, Mimi got to go out on trail on Saturday for her idea of a "proper" ride. (We were supposed to be babysitting, but the "baby" in question was so solid, we didn't have much "sitting" to do.)
A and Patrick, featuring Rearguard Pony Ears |
(And I'm grateful she was willing to come all the way down from the north Phoenix area and chauffeur us around as well.)
Taking blatant advantage of Mimi's ability to keep trucking down the trail while I do stupid stuff, including taking pics on a more interesting section of downhill. |
Hard to compare apples-to-apples, as I've only tried the Sensation on Mimi on the flat, versus doing trail work and then coming back and doing "flat work" in the trailhead parking lot. Would like to try the Sensation out on trail on her, since the other times I've ridden the Sensation have been on Other People's Horses. (Nothing like trying something on the horse whose every step I know.)
beautiful San Tans |
"Babysitting Duties": One ear swiveled back to make sure our babysitting charge is still there. |
Mimi and Patrick discuss the scary "Buttcrack Rock" |
We did our loop, then some trot-canter "arena" work in the parking lot for me to get a feel for the FreeForm, then came back to the trailer, got a drink, and she was down to 48 on her pulse within 5 minutes, which was about when I bothered to actually check it. Need to start riding with a HRM again for curiosity's sake. And she was moving out really well, bright and sparkly-eyed, and not acting her age. That makes me happy. :)
Ashley, is there any chance we could have a private conversation someday about Renegade boots? I just moved to Queen Creek AZ. My horses are all struggling with the ground here and I really do not want to shoe them.
ReplyDeleteIf you are willing to talk with me, please email me at ms dot cm durham at gmail dot com
Thank you so much
Absolutely! I sent you an email. :)
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