Happy Hacking 6. June 2008 liz.hodges@robinsons-uk.com Help & Advice (0) Now summer is approaching we start to think about hacking out for longer and further, even visiting places further afield for a change of scene. There's nothing better than tacking up your horse and going for a relaxing hack with friends, or even just out on your own. The happy chat on horseback, or... [More]
Show Season - Preparation 27. May 2008 liz.hodges@robinsons-uk.com Help & Advice (0) It is well and truly show time, our horses and ponies are being preened and polished, and stress levels are at an all time high. You spend all day before the show cleaning tack, boots, stables, and horse. You try to cover every square inch of your horse so he stays clean overnight, especially if he'... [More]
Staying Safe in the Saddle 9. May 2008 liz.hodges@robinsons-uk.com Help & Advice (0) Following on from my previous blog about basic horse riding equipment, I have some more hints on extra gear that may prove helpful in your riding and help to reduce injury in the event of a fall. These aren't essential items of riding gear but can help your comfort in the saddle. It's always importa... [More]
Beginner's Basics 17. April 2008 liz.hodges@robinsons-uk.com Help & Advice (0) There is an amazing selection of equestrian clothing available now, however if you are a more novice rider how do you know what to buy? I often get asked why can't I buy a cheap second hand hat, why do my legs slide on the saddle as I ride, why can't I ride in wellies they look like riding boots, wh... [More]
Spring Is Nearly Here!!! 31. March 2008 liz.hodges@robinsons-uk.com Help & Advice (0) It’s safe to say that it is very nearly spring time. With the clocks going forward, the lighter nights and hopefully warmer weather to look forward to, we can at last start to think of a time when we can thoroughly enjoy our hobby again instead of horse ownership just being a labour of love. Of cou... [More]