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Da Vinci Plain Raised Padded Dressage Browband $20.95 DaVinci Plain Raised Padded Dressage Browband Black Horse Size |
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High Point Advantage Dressage Saddle Pad $55.8 Advantage Warmblood-size Dressage High Point Custom Saddle Pad. This is the perfect saddle pad for Large or Warmblood horses. It gives you the Advantage in the show ring, by making your leg look longer and keeping your horse cooler. It is made with two breathable layers which lie between the 7-ounce pre-shrunk poly/cotton top and the underside, which is made of 100% cotton. You will not find a custom pad of better quality! Many body, trim, and piping colors available! Average Pad 23L x 40W front, 31W rear. Large Pad 25L x 44W front, 35W rear. |
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Puff Pad Dressage Style $24 Puff Pad Pillow Pads. Authentic Pillow Pad. Soft, pillow pad, top and bottom 100% cotton with thick poly fiber filler. A Puff Pad disperses pressure points, preventing many back problems. All horses benefit from the cushioning effect of a Puff Pad because the fiber filling acts as a shock absorber, breathes absorbing and evaporating moisture, molds to every horse and saddle. No straps. Dressage Pillow Pad. Larger 25 x 40 size for longer flap dressage saddles. |
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Ovation Dressage Crank Caveson – Black – Horse $72 Made in Italian hand finished leather. Color: BlackSize: Horse |
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Ovation Dressage Tee $13 Features the dressage-discipline horse logo print. Made of cotton/spandex jersey. |
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Ovation Dressage Tee – Sweet Mint with Storm Cloud – Ladies Large $13 Features the dressage-discipline horse logo print. Made of cotton/spandex jersey.Color: Sweet Mint with Storm CloudSize: Ladies Large |
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Tekna Contour Dressage Girth $65.7 Shaped to fit your horse, this sculpted girth allows freedom of the elbow and distributes pressure across a greater area for more comfort. It features elastic on both ends, stainless steel roller buckles, center D-ring and soft waffle weave padding for the utmost comfort. Made of QUIK-CLEAN material. |
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ThinLine Dressage Girth $189 This girth has elastic in the middle with roller buckles on both ends. Girths are in stock in black and sizes (20 inches to 34 inches). Due to metric conversions, the girths actually measure 1inch shorter than listed. If your current size is a close fit, order the next size up. Breathable Anti-microbial No-slip/no-rub ThinLine lining makes this the best girth to keep your horse comfortable and your saddle in place. Easy to clean and very durable! |
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Fritz Thiedemann Gripper Shock Pad – White – Dressage $43.95 Fritz Thiedemann Saddle Pads FRITZ THIEDEMANN Gripper Quilted Shock Pads. The world famous Fritz Thiedemann 1-1/4 diamond quilted saddle pad, made with non-slip small rubber pimple grippers on top of shock absorbong and back protecting center. Back comforting rubber is placed under the saddle panel to distribute the rider’s weight and shock without injury to horse’s back. Cotton twill cover, EQUI-FELT center, self-gripping billet straps and girth loop. Shaped and contoured back to fit perfectly under saddle. Dressage Shape Color: WhiteSize: Dressage |
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Mountain Horse Victoria Dressage Boot $287.1 Exceptional craftsmanship makes the Victoria Dressage Boot stand out from the rest. Designed specifically for the serious dressage rider, the zipper is thoughtfully positioned forward of center on the inside of the boot, allowing seamless contact between your leg and your horse, while still maintaining a streamlined silhouette. An elegant dress boot with classic features and made in supple, full grain leather.THE LEG: Moderate Spanish cut topSoft pigskin napa liningStrong and durable full length YKK Vislon zipper on front, inside calfCovered, inside elastic gusset for a comfortable fitTHE FOOT: Spur restErgonomically-designed removable EVA insoleTHE SOLE: Built-in steel shank for increased stabilityDurable and slim-contour designed outsole has dirt repellent tread zones and provides an enhanced grip in the ironMaterial: Full grain leather.Lining: Pigskin napa. |
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Finishing Touch Oval Locket With Dressage Cabachon Gold $26.95 Dressage cabochon 25 x 18mm size on oval locket with 18 petite rope chain 14kt gold platedFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly. |
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(2011 Model) Bates Innova Dressage Saddle $2575.9 From the original BATES, AUSTRALIA. The Bates Innova is the most innovative dressage saddle in the world. Groundbreaking innovations include the Contourbloc, anatomically contoured to the rider’s leg making it distinctly unique. Ride with confidence enjoying unprecedented security, as your leg effortlessly rides in and behind the bloc with no restriction. Contourblocs function in partnership with a deep, yet surprisingly open seat, providing instantaneous comfort, and a seamless transition for total engagement through effective communication. Innova features the ultimate performance panel with the CAIR Panel System for even weight distribution and the ultimate comfort for your horse. Couple this with the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System for unsurpassed flexibility in achieving an optimal fit.ENGAGE INNOVATION AND RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE.The Bates Innova features the revolutionary CAIR Panel System to facilitate greater communication, offering the ultimate comfort for your horse. Couple this with the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System and you achieve unsurpassed flexibility for an optimal fit for your horse, giving them the freedom to perform at their natural best. Click here for more information. |
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Passier PSL-D Dressage $4719.95 PASSIER PSL Dressage Saddle PASSIER PSL Dressage Saddle: Classic dressage saddle featuring long stretch leather knee panels on flaps and stretch leather seat. This unique stretch leather expands and molds to the rider’s seat and knee providing extra comfort and a self-conforming fit not available in any other saddle. The flexible cutback PASSIER PS tree fits perfectly on the dressage horse. Long billets prepunched for conversion to short billets for long girth if required. Smooth grain German leather. Regular tree width. Fittings not included with Saddle. |
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Veredus Piaffe Shield Dressage Horse Boot $204.2 Revolutionary overreach boot designed for protection of the whole heel area. Designed specifically for Dressage. The particular anatomic shape and protective material gurantees a perfect fit on the horse’s heel to give total protection.Anatomically designed protection in an elastic material that conforms perfectly to the horse’s foot, therefore eliminating rotation of the overreach boot itself.Extra carbon protection on heel area, which is at particular risk of injury and bruising.Double point fastening to ensure perfect fitting.Quick-release tips in non-deformable FLEXTAN on stainless-steel hooks. |
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(NEW 2012 MODEL) Bates Innova Dressage Saddle $2299 Click either Logo To Learn More and Watch Videos! From the original BATES, AUSTRALIA. The Bates Innova is the most innovative dressage saddle in the world. Groundbreaking innovations include the Contourbloc, anatomically contoured to the rider’s leg making it distinctly unique. Ride with confidence enjoying unprecedented security, as your leg effortlessly rides in and behind the bloc with no restriction. Contourblocs function in partnership with a deep, yet surprisingly open seat, providing instantaneous comfort, and a seamless transition for total engagement through effective communication. Innova features the ultimate performance panel with the CAIR Panel System for even weight distribution and the ultimate comfort for your horse. Couple this with the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System for unsurpassed flexibility in achieving an optimal fit.ENGAGE INNOVATION AND RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE.The Bates Innova features the revolutionary CAIR Panel System to facilitate greater communication, offering the ultimate comfort for your horse. Couple this with the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System and you achieve unsurpassed flexibility for an optimal fit for your horse, giving them the freedom to perform at their natural best. Click here for more information. |
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Dressage Saddle Pad $18.5 Everyday Dressage Saddle Pad. This High Point Dressage Saddle Pad is great for everyday riding and nice enough for the show ring! It is a sturdy saddle pad with two breathable layers of felt which lie between a preshrunk poly cotton top and 100% cotton flannel underside. |
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Dressage Whip – Black – 36 $6.15 Dressage whip, 36 with string popper, white handle, blackColor: BlackSize: 36 |
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101 Dressage Exercises Book $30 Dressage Exercises for Horse & Rider features a full arena diagram and step-by- step instructions for each exercise. The exercises address all levels of riders, starting with the basics and moving up the levels. Training tips and masterly guidance make this an indispensable reference for all dressage riders. Even Western riders interested in enhancing their performance will find these foundational exercises useful. |
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Wintec Elastic Dressage Girth $41.25 Two inches of elastic in the center of the this high performance dressage girth allow it to stretch with the horse as you work. Pressure is evenly transferred over the whole surface of the girth with no pressure points or ridges. Elimination of pressure points combined with soft anti galling material makes the Wintec Elastic Dressage Girth one of the most comfortable girths on the market. Girth has stainless steel roller buckles. |
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Gold Medal Medium Dressage Crb $99.95 GOLD MEDAL Dressage Bits World class dressage bits with choices to fit and perform in Olympic level competition. The GOLD MEDAL dressage bit collection is available with medium weight ring bradoon and thick eggbutt bradoon to complement the low or medium port dressage curbs. Medium Dressage Curb |
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Mane Tamer – Blue – Horse Size $14.95 Horse Size Mane Tamer Knitted cotton mesh fabric designed to fit the natural shape of the horse’s neck. Trains mane, protects braids and keeps mane ready for showing. Self-gripping closures around the neck. Wash in cold water. Hang to dry. The manufacturer reversed the hook & loop closure & dee ring attachments on the ends but they are still fully functional at this great low price. Color: BlueSize: Horse Size |
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Finishing Touch Oval Locket With Dressage Cabachon imitation Rhodium $26.95 Dressage cabochon 25 x 18mm size on oval locket with 18 petite rope chain faux rhodiumFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly. |
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Tekna Dressage Girth $60.3 This traditional dressage girth features beautiful stitching, elastic on both ends, stainless steel roller buckles, center D-ring and waffle weave padding for the utmost comfort. Made of QUIK-CLEAN material. |
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TuffRider Dressage Show Coat Ladies $86 Your ladies Dressage show coat will keep you looking polished in the arena with 4 silver, antique horse head front buttons and a rear, two-button vent. Dry clean. 94% Polyester, 6% Lycra. |
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Bates Wide Dressage Cair Saddle $1845 The Bates Wide Dressage Saddle is acutting edge dressage saddle specially designed for the wider horse that supports an optimal dressage position for the rider with unparalleled comfort. It achives unprecedented comfort for the rider, supporting and optimal dressage position.Features include uniquely positioned stirrup bar, utilisation of the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System WIDE, adjustable Y-Girthing and Flexibloc Systems.CAIR Cushion system distributes weight across the panel, virtually eliminating pressure points for better performance and freer movement of horseNew Generation Easy-Change Gullet System Wide helps customize saddle fit to your horse’s wither |
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Wintec Chafeless Elastic Dressage Girth $47.3 This girth has all the advantages of the original elastic girth but with the addition of a curved shape, which reduces the width of material behind the horse’s elbows helping to prevent pinching of the horse’s skin. The equisuede surface of the Pro Elastic Girth looks and performs stunningly when used to complement the Wintec Pro Dressage or Wintec Isabell saddles. |
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COLLEGIATE Convertible Intellect Dressage Saddle $1097.95 Great quality craftsmanship made from a great company. This dressage saddle will make you and your horse feel at home in both style and comfort. Elegantly designed saddle suitable for all levels of dressage. Features a deep seat, large flaps, large knee rolls, plus the Easy-Change Gullet System (sold separatly) to provide the best fit for your horse. |
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Equi-Bette PTD Dressage Saddle $715.95 EQUI-BETTE Model PTD Dressage Saddle EQUI-BETTE Model PTD Dressage Saddle: A classic saddle. The EQUI-BETTE PTD dressage saddle style has been a favorite of world renowned professionals and competitors for generations. The EQUI-BETTE PTD dressage saddle features a cutback head to fit every type of horse. The deep EQUI-BETTE PTD tree fits both horse and rider to perfection, keeping the rider deep in the seat for correct balance and perfect control. Long extended flaps are molded over modest knee rolls on the French panels. Made of premium quality German bridle leather in a dark Brown color with a hand waxed finish. |
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Coronet Small Round Ring Eggbutt Dressage Bradoon Bit $21.3 Coronet Bits, Spurs, Stirrups, Irons and Accessories are made of the finest metals and materials and are held to the highest standards of quality control. Every piece is polished and inspected before leaving the factory. Close attention is paid to detail to make sure that all items will pass the criteria for breed and disciple regulations where appropriate. The eggbutt snaffle bit is mild and won’t pinch the horse’s lips. The mouth piece does not rotate around the ring. This bit has 2 rings and an 11 mm mouth. |
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Roma Ecole Flower Diamond Dressage Saddle Pad $20 Specially designed lining wicks away moisture to provide total dry comfort for your equine. Cushion easy wick saddle pad lining provides your horse with total comfort. Combination of polyfill and foam riding pad padding ensures soft cushioning against your horse while still retaining the pad’s shape. Reinforced vinyl coated girth guard over piping at girth area helps to resist wear and tear, keeping your English saddle pad looking new for longer. Please note the color stated in listing. The first color listed is the base/main color of pad. Additional colors mentioned are trim colors. Measures: Spine: 25, Drop: 21 1/2. Full Size. |
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Ovation Billeted Dressage Pad – White/White – Dressage $34 Keep your billets straight and in exactly the right spot by positioning them through any of the five slots in the bottom keeper. 1 square quilted cotton shell featureing 2-ply perforated high density foam fill. 23 spine x 30 dropColor: White/WhiteSize: Dressage |
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Gold Medal Low Port Dressage Curb Bit $99.95 GOLD MEDAL Dressage Bits World class dressage bits with choices to fit and perform in Olympic level competition. The GOLD MEDAL dressage bit collection is available with medium weight ring bradoon and thick eggbutt bradoon to complement the low or medium port dressage curbs. Low Dressage Curb |
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Vega Amerigo Dressage Saddle – Black – 17 NARROW(-1.5)TREE,REG FLAP $3150 Great for professional and amateurs alike, the Vega Dressage is an extremely comofrtable and accomodating saddle. This saddle offers a well balanced and moderately deep seat that encourages proper positioning of the seat and leg. Anatomically shaped blocks follow the angle of the thigh. The unique V-billet system is designed with a sliding attachement to allow proper position of the girth for the comfort of the horse.Color: BlackSize: 17 NARROW(-1.5)TREE,REG FLAP |
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Dressage Letters Set – Black – Set of 4 $29.7 Elegant metal frames hold dressage letters R-S-V-P. Use with the Set of 8 dressage markers (467870) to make a large dressage arena.Color: BlackSize: Set of 4 |
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Dressage Letters set – Black – Set of 8 $62.1 Elegant metal frames hold dressage letters A-K-E-H-C-M-B-F for small dressage arena.Color: BlackSize: Set of 8 |
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Bates/Wintec Isabell Saddle Bag – Black – Dressage $99.95 Heavy-duty water-resistence Isebell Werth dressage saddle bag. Complete with shoulder strap, full-zipper closure and girth compartment.Color: BlackSize: Dressage |
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Gold Medal Piaffe Dressage Saddle $2319.95 GOLD MEDAL Piaffe Dressage Saddle GOLD MEDAL Piaffe Dressage Saddle GOLD MEDAL Saddlery has taken the similar design of the popular COUNTY COMPETITOR and Crosby Prix St. George dressage saddles and improved and refined the saddle to a superior high level dressage saddle. The Piaffe is made on a deep seat beechwood laminated spring-tree with narrow twist to put the rider into the seat and give close contact with the horse. A genuine pigskin seat is used because of its durability over grained leather seats which stretch and wear through, thus distorting the rider’s seat. French panels are wool flocked to allow the saddle to mold to the natural conformation of the horses back for the ultimate in fit and a correct seat position. Flap and panel have been designed to promote greater closeness and contact. Long chrome leather saddle billets require a short dressage girth. Saddle flap is looped on backside for billets to restrain flap. Made in England of the finest quality oiled saddle leather. |
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ThinLine Dressage Bridle with Flash Noseband $242.1 ThinLine padding in the noseband and crown provides equal pressure distribution in the areas your horse needs it most to perform at his best. ThinLine’s anti-fungal feature and breathability make it the perfect lining choice to keep your horse comfortable and their skin healthy. Each dressage bridle comes with a pair of standard 54 ThinLine Reins, which are no-slip and aid in creating soft, supple contact and feel, and this combo will provide a one-two punch to increased performance and scores! |
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ThinLine Dressage Bridle with Plain Noseband $242.1 ThinLine padding in the noseband and crown provides equal pressure distribution in the areas your horse needs it most to perform at his best. ThinLine’s anti-fungal feature and breathability make it the perfect lining choice to keep your horse comfortable and their skin healthy. Each dressage bridle comes with a pair of standard 54 ThinLine Reins, which are no-slip and aid in creating soft, supple contact and feel, and this combo will provide a one-two punch to increased performance and scores! |
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Henri de Rivel Rivella Dressage Saddle with Special D-Ring $1308.4 Made with a spring tree and the best of French leathers, the seat is designed to give the rider both, support and a close contact ride, while anatomically shaped special envelope flocked panels ensure the best performance from the horse.French DesignSpecial French leatherEasy to oil calf leatherLong lasting channel stitchingSymmetrically controlled wooden tree with steel reinforcementsAir cushion knee pads |
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Breyer WEG Games Stablemate Para Dressage – BH9122 $4.5 Palomino Para Dressage Horse. This authentically sculpted Stablemate horse represents, in miniature (1:32 scale), one of the eight disciplines of the 2010 ALLTECH FEI World Equestrian Games. Some of the bravest and most determined equestrian competitors are the riders. Often competing on borrowed horses, they overcome a variety of obstacles posed by their disabilities to compete in the Para Dressage event of the World Equestrian Games. |
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Ovation Airform Chafeless Dressage Girth $30.6 The award winning Easy-Care Airform girth is horse and user friendly. Cushioned and textured for air flow, it stays incredibly soft no matter how much use it gets. Can be sponged clean in seconds. Hypo-allergenic. Made with stainless steel roller buckles to extend the use of the girth straps and your hands. Keeps hold the dressage girth neatly in place. |
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Professionals Choice SMX Dressage Girth $55.95 Perfect in form and function, the SMx Dressage Girth is practical with elastic and roller buckles on both ends. More comfortable for your horse than traditional leather because it doesnt have to be over-tightened. The non-slip neoprene ensures that your saddle will stay secure and the handy detachable neoprene back makes it easy to wash. Great for training or competition. Available in Black only. |
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Perri’s Black Dressage Whip – Black – 39 $7.2 Great Dressage Whip Made With A Sure-Grip Handle.Color: BlackSize: 39 |
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Equi-Prene Three Buckle Lonsdale Dressage Girth $35.95 Pro-Thane Anti-Gall Girths. Rubberized fabric girths designed for the ultimate comfort of your horse. Anti-gall girths made from non-irritating, waffle weave poly-urethane foam that is strong, soft, easily cleaned and will not absorb sweat or bacteria. Stainless steel roller girth buckles. Washes easily in bucket of water and soap. Equi-Prene 3-Buckle Lonsdale Dressage Girth. Classic dressage girth with third buckle set for flap girth. |
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Equi-Bette Grand Prix Dressage Girth $103.95 EQUI-BETTE Grand Prix Dressage Girth. Patent Pending. The finest girth made for the highest level of dressage competition. Made from full grain English tannage leather, padded and lined over saddler’s felt that conforms with the girth to the horse. Stainless steel roller buckles. Double elastic end. |
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TuffRider Dressage Shadbelly $180 Elegance made affordable. Properly tailored for a superb look, made in 100% polyester with antique silver horse head buttons. Complete with vest points. |
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Roma Kool Dressage Whip $9 Roma Brand Quality. Products made from the finest materials with a complete line horse. Depend on Roma products for great quality and price. |
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Roma Warendorfer Dressage Whip $15.15 Roma Brand Quality. Products made from the finest materials with a complete line horse. Depend on Roma products for great quality and price. |
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Ovation Pro Dressage Girth $40.5 Keep your horse extremely comfortable. Easy to clean removable no-slip hook & loop backing. Stainless steel roller buckles and double elastic at both ends. |
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Abetta Horse Shoe Key Chain – Antiqued Brown – Horse Shoe $7.95 Antiqued spur rowel key ring with silver motif overlay.Color: Antiqued BrownSize: Horse Shoe |
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TuffRider Ladies Dressage Show Coat Plus $89.95 Our Popular Ladies Dressage Show Coat Is Now Available In Plus Sizes! It Will Keep You Looking Polished In The Arena With 4 Silver, Antique Horse Head Front Buttons And A Rear, Two-Button Vent. Dry Clean. 94% Polyester, 6% Lycra. |
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Breyer WEG Games Stablemate Dressage – BH9117 $4.5 This Stablemates horse represents, in miniature, one of the eight disciplines of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Dressage requires a specific type of equine athlete with the capacity to perform demanding movements, like the piaffe and the passage. This WEG line was released spring of 2010, then retired at the end of 2010. |
Your First Dressage Show
Many horse people find that while riding at home is fun, they are interested in trying to show their horse. If you have been working on dressage at home, or even if you are mostly just riding on the flat, you might want to check out a local dressage show for your first venture into the ring.
Most dressage shows have pre-selected tests that are published at the beginning of the season. These may be official tests that are published by the regional dressage association, or they could be specific to the show you plan to attend. Contact the facility or organization that hosts the shows to find out what tests they are using and where you can find those tests.
Dressage tests need to be learned ahead of the show. They can be quite simple, or more complicated, so it is important to look over the tests and choose one that is within your range of riding experience. Memorizing the test is best, but many shows will allow you to bring a reader who will read the movements to you as you ride through the test.
You will need to pre-enter for a dressage show. Because the show’s schedule is based on how many riders are riding each test, they need to know who will be coming at least a week before the show. Generally the show will post an order of go, including specific times for each ride, a few days before the show. Tests are usually spaced 10 minutes apart and it is important that you arrive on time to keep the show moving.
After you ride your test it will take a while for the results to become available. The judge will need to finish with all the other riders in your class before handing in the completed tests. After that the steward will have to add up the tests and figure out the final scoring. The results are then posted in a central location for everyone to see. To receive your prizes you will need to go to the show office where they will return your test and hand you your ribbons.
One of the nicest things about dressage shows are the tests you receive back. On these tests all of the movements are shown with the scores you received on them and comments from the judge. Because a scribe works beside the judge it is easy for the judge to add comments and thus help you to improve your overall ride. With this kind of feedback you have plenty of opportunities to learn from your mistakes and improve your skills for the next show.
Dressage schooling shows can be very friendly and because of the set schedules are less stressful than shows that run based on the division sizes. There is lots of opportunity to gain useful input on your horse and your riding so that you can improve in the long run. Because dressage is an essential part of any English riding horse’s training you don’t need to be a dressage rider to enjoy the lower levels.
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what breed (horse) is good for me?
ok this is what i want to be able to do and the personality of the horse-
jumping
dressage
pleasure
ride in open places such as the beach
take him in water
quiet but has a lot of go but doesnt spook easily
good with other horses (or alone i dont know yet)
likes to be handled/brushed/played with/ hosed of etc (i dont want a horse that doesnt like attention cause ill be giving it alot wether it likes it or not)
doesnt get bone or joint problems easily
i dont want to show this horse, so i dont want a horse with alot of talent that would be good in the show ring. Then i feel like im wasting the horse (not to be mean to the other horses that arent as good)
i want this breed to be14hh-16hh i dont realluy mind the size though…
any advice is good 
what breed should i consider?
From my experience, getting to know quite a few breeds and their jobs… THE BREED DOESN’T MATTER! Unless you plan on going higher class showing where they absolutely have to be registered (which is altogether stupid in the first place) Don’t focus getting a horse based on it’s breed. If they are trained for what you are looking for, have a good personality, sound and aren’t dangerous (to you or anyone/anything else) that is EVERYTHING that matters.
some people might say that well “don’t get an appaloosa because they’re stubborn and mean..” or “don’t get an arabian because they’re spooky and high strung,” or “mustangs are too wild and crazy,” or “all ponies are intolerable and grumpy and kick all the time.”
It’s nothing but stereotyping. It’s like saying “blondes are stupid,” and “all emos cut themselves.”
My first horse was a 5 year old arabian/pony cross. Most people would have thought my parents were nuts. I was 5! But the horse was trained well, and we got along like peas and carrots.
if your needs match what the horse has, there is no pedigree that can replace that. No ammount of ribbons you can earn can replace the bond you will have with a horse that you match with best.
Even if you do decide to go big with showing, (which you said you don’t want to do.. but if you change your mind lol) make sure the horse you are buying get along! I’ve made that mistake! I liked the horse, and what he did, but oh man, he didn’t like me.
A FEW THINGS YOU WANT TO CHECK FOR when your going to look at a horse, dont fall for his “cuteness.”
all horses have that little bit of cuteness that a lot of people tend to fall in love with first before they put themselves back into reality where cuteness doesn’t get you anywhere. Make sure you really like what he is trained to do, test what he knows! (ask him to neck rein, or direct rein, taking different leads..) You might also want to see how he rides/leads under pressure (making sure he doesn’t get frustrated and starts bucking etc) watch how he is towards others (people and horses), if you can, take him down a trail to watch his reactions, if theres water see if he’ll cross (since you said that you want a horse that will cross water.. SWIMMING WITH HORSES IS REALLY FUN!) see if he has any vices (picking up his feet, tacking up, left & right leads, leading, fly spraying stuff like that.)
I hope I helped! good luck finding your horse!
SORRY this was so long, but I was bored.
Again, GOOD LUCK!