Christine B. - Bought my very first OTTB retraining project, and my 50th birthday present!
A few weeks ago, we asked our followers to share their quarantine purchases. From new tack to new horses, folks from the dressage community shared their photos with us. Check out their retail therapy additions below.
Anne S. – I was supposed to send this German Riding Pony to be trained in driving but due to quarantine I am working with my neighbor and we’re starting her under saddle and she’s doing great. I just love the training journey.
Brook M. – New saddle and new girth!
Callie J. – New saddle, girth, bridle, and pad for my QH who is just starting training in Dressage after 16 years as a western pleasure show horse—we are both loving the change, the learning curve, and he has never felt better or happier!
Cathi J. – New horse
Chelsea L. – Yup new saddle and bridle to match
DeAnna L. – He’s a rescue and headed for a dressage ring soon
Elise W. – Purchased my new dancing partner.
Ellie R. – New saddle!
Francine B. – I got a new saddle for my coming 7yo mare as she out grew my other saddle. It’s perfect for her!
Gail R. – New saddle
Jennifer L. – I bought a new horse!
Jesse W. – I got new riding boots! Plus I’ve been fueling my saddle pad addiction
Jessica D. – My new mare RS joined us during quarantine.
Joan M. – New outfit for my girl!
Jodi – Lovely new pony!
Kate O. – Since I didn’t spend money on show season I bought a training project! 3yo Morgan stallion
Macenna F. – Two new horses!
Macenna F. – Two new horses! part 2
Miranda F. – Bought the saddle in January but didn’t get it until about 2 months ago
Miranda F. – (Part 2) then I bought the bridle
Molly R. – New for me – used Custom Saddlery
Trisha F. – New horse, new boots, new coat, new breeches… old helmet
Trisha K. – I rescued a yearling filly to join my family and when she grows up, and I’m not pregnant train and show!
By Mike Osinski, USEF “S” and FEI Judge
With the popularity of Dressage Seat Equitation, the numbers are rising in these classes across the country. Here are a few tips for riders to understand what the judges are looking for in an Equitation class.
