tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1780912362953300892.post1587355160666385285..comments2023-06-13T02:03:26.119-07:00Comments on Go Pony: sunshine awardAshleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04720090581233703530noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1780912362953300892.post-69598020435207270492013-11-02T09:03:20.945-07:002013-11-02T09:03:20.945-07:00I'm not sure if it's so much specific tips...I'm not sure if it's so much specific tips or techniques as it is an almost-pathological desire to *not* hit the dirt. :) <br /><br />Seriously, though, for me at least, I tend to be a very "engaged" rider -- I ride with active rein contact and leg, so I have plenty of warning when I feel the horse getting tense, or that their attention is on something else. I've been dumped more times by a lack of paying attention than just about anything -- loose reins/no stirrups/complacency. <br /><br />A well-fitting saddle that puts you in the most effective position for you also makes a huge difference in balance and security.Ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04720090581233703530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1780912362953300892.post-36654588225021014712013-11-02T07:42:05.094-07:002013-11-02T07:42:05.094-07:00I think you're pretty brave to have ever gotte...I think you're pretty brave to have ever gotten on your pony bareback, much less multiple times:) And if you have any tips on Velcro-butt for the rest of us, please share!Gailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17080104319886657109noreply@blogger.com