I love shopping so I am in my element this time of year as buying gifts is so guilt free compared to self-gifting! On looking through my Facebook newsfeed I was reminded of how many talented people I know that are selling Christmas gifts that would be perfect for anyone equestrian. A round up ofContinueContinue reading “Equestrian Christmas Shopping”
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The Reality of Not Having An Indoor Arena in Winter
Knowing the difference between water resistant and water proof clothing and accessories. Knowing the difference between sort of waterproof and really waterproof as in can withstand hours in the lashing rain waterproof. Resorting to riding horses in gardening gloves or marigolds – now that’s a proper waterproof glove. Honestly not giving a damn how stupidContinueContinue reading “The Reality of Not Having An Indoor Arena in Winter”
A Close Shave – ErgroPro by Clippers Ireland Review
I will start by explaining that my opinion can never be bought therefore this review is a genuine review of a product, I have no connection to the company. I was actually looking for a price on a set of fine clipper blades when I came across an add for a clippers at less thanContinueContinue reading “A Close Shave – ErgroPro by Clippers Ireland Review”
8 Simple Tips To Clipping Safely
Use Your Head If you are clipping, wear a hat. I keep an older skull cap in my kit for clipping so that I don’t end up with hair stuck to my good hat. Clipping out a horse will involve leaning in under the horses belly and having your head in close proximity to theContinueContinue reading “8 Simple Tips To Clipping Safely”
The Reality of Riding A Dressage Test
Because sadly we all cannot be Charlotte…. Dressage test movement: “Enter at A, proceed down centre line in working trot” Dressage test reality: Attempt to get straight before entering arena. Deep breath, enter at A. Realise you are a little to left. Left leg, left leg, damn too much left leg, right leg. Okay that’sContinueContinue reading “The Reality of Riding A Dressage Test”
25 Things Riding Instructors Understand
1. Why 200 euro is way better spent on a top quality pair of waterproofs than on a dress or a pair of heels. Anyone who feels differently should have to stand for four hours in monsoon rain without said waterproofs to see if they still feel the same afterwards. 2. How to recognise thatContinueContinue reading “25 Things Riding Instructors Understand”
5 Clipping Preparation Tips to help get a Great Looking Result
If you are going to wash, really wash. If you will be washing your horse before clipping, it is a good idea to make sure you get as much scruff out of the coat as you can. Firstly, use warm water rather than cold if possible. As well as feeling nicer to the horse, warm waterContinueContinue reading “5 Clipping Preparation Tips to help get a Great Looking Result”
To Compete, Perchance to Win. Ladies Side Saddle Returns to the 2014 RDS Dublin Horse show
When the ladies side saddle class returned to the show ring in the 2014 RDS Dublin Horseshow it was not filled with professional riders on professional show horses. Instead the ring was filled with a variety of horses and riders that served as a beautiful demonstration of versatility. The majority of these riders were notContinueContinue reading “To Compete, Perchance to Win. Ladies Side Saddle Returns to the 2014 RDS Dublin Horse show”
RDS Dublin Horse Show – Things To Look Out For
A teenager that looks like a Spooks or Kingsland stall threw up on them. A child with a face plastered in chocolate or ice cream. A child crying because they want ice cream. A pony with a cracking jump. A child jumping higher on a 12.2 pony than you would everContinueContinue reading “RDS Dublin Horse Show – Things To Look Out For”
Side Saddle Makeup Unveiled
When some of the side saddle ladies including Ciara my side saddle friend and mentor recently declared that lipstick for side saddle showing should not be red, I was relieved. I have nothing against red lipstick but it simply doesn’t suit me. I either end up looking like a child in their parents make upContinueContinue reading “Side Saddle Makeup Unveiled”
Equestrian Reality 