Beckmola24
Hawkfish
I went trail riding this past weekend and really want to learn how to ride (well) so I can eventually have my own horse. I know very little about horses, riding and horse care and was wondering if someone could share their knowledge with me.
I'd like to get some of my own "stuff" and was wondering how I go about choosing gear. What do I look for in a riding helmet, pants and boots? Is there some "common knowledge" I should know, or brands that I should stay away from???
Also what do I look for in a saddle?? I've done some searching on Ebay and there are so many choices and I REALLY don't know what to look for. I'm assuming since I would be riding trail, I would go with a western??
Lastly, when we do decide to buy a horse, what should be my main goal in the purchase? I've looked at tons of adds and pictures and don't know what would be a good buy for us... I will take any info I can get on what I need to do to begin riding. I know I have so much to learn. Thanks in advance!!
I'd like to get some of my own "stuff" and was wondering how I go about choosing gear. What do I look for in a riding helmet, pants and boots? Is there some "common knowledge" I should know, or brands that I should stay away from???
Also what do I look for in a saddle?? I've done some searching on Ebay and there are so many choices and I REALLY don't know what to look for. I'm assuming since I would be riding trail, I would go with a western??
Lastly, when we do decide to buy a horse, what should be my main goal in the purchase? I've looked at tons of adds and pictures and don't know what would be a good buy for us... I will take any info I can get on what I need to do to begin riding. I know I have so much to learn. Thanks in advance!!