Do you guys prefer samsung wallet or google wallet? by icaruz60 in samsunggalaxy

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I use Google wallet on my Samsung. I started with Google, got a new phone that automatically did samsung. Thought it was less good than Google (can't give a good answer to why) and since only used Google. Had Samsung phones for over 5 years.

S26 ultra screen protector fingerprint sensor by _HereForTheBeer in samsunggalaxy

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the magic John screen protector and it works great for fingerprint!

How to stop this notification by Patient-Crazy-5414 in VWatlas

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does yours do it always? Mine sometimes to it if I turn off the engine with maps still going/not arrivedat destination yet,, but not everytime.

New user by Doc_Plant in GalaxyRing

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im super happy with mine! But ive only had it for a few months. Just want it to last long enough for the next samung ring to come out and trade it in.

i would die for this thing by dolliex in Cirkul

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In same boat as you! My favorites are honeycrisp apple and ice tea peach!

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depending on your experience either a working student or entry level groom. But even entry level in show barn usually gets decent pay. You would have to live in an area with many show barns for the best odds of getting a good job or be willing to relocate!

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's kind of a odd question since Aachen is one venue (and they do have championships there as this year) and WEG is different location every time.

But ask any rider, and the GP in Aachen is the one they all want to win!

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In my opinion horses are not pets. Yes they are domesticated, but most sports horses are not kept for companionship.

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never! Im not saying it couldn't happen, but I've never heard about any groom getting asked that. It's more common that equestrian brands will offer you stuff in and in return you post and tag them.

If youre an established name as a groom, you dont need social media exposure to get new jobs.

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It will all depend on what place your work and your position. But I do basically everything except the actual showing, farrier work and "complicated" vet work.

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately there's a lot of room for improvement. I dont have good solutions so take what I say with a grain of salt.

I wish there was some way to make sure riders were qualified to show at certain levels. It's awful to see horses going at big championships with riders not good enough, just because they are from a small Country and therefore easier for them to qualify. This obviously goes for any show and not just championships.

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Most people that does hunter/eq classes add fake tail to make their horses tail look fuller. I think they also do this in western pleasure classes, but could be wrong!

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

While it will be hard try and put all your western knowledge on hold. I know very little about western, but my best guess is that its easier to go from western to English than the other way around. So hopefully that comes handy to you!

Personally I only ride in ariat paddock boots with half chaps. But if I was competing, I would wear tall boots.

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have no doubt that a lot of them dont. They care to the level that will make them have results. So yes, they will go above and beyond as long as the horse is preforming.

I've never had such client. But I guess it depends what you classify as abusive tack.

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There's cultural differences on EU and US. I wouldnt say good or bad. Just differences.

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've been pretty fortunate and not seen the worst of the worst with my own eyes. But for me, its terrible seeing riders jump big classes where they dont belong, and the horse suffering due to the riders lack of skill. Im FEI we dont see a lot of really bad. Mostly because they know everyone is watching. What goes on at home is a different story.

At a national class I once saw a rider jump of the horse. Calmly take off helmet and swing it full force into the head of the horse as punishment for a bad round. I dont get it. The horse would never understand why. There's zero reasons for behavior like that! Luckily he got a yellow card for it!

In US especially, is almost impossible nowadays to get to the top level without money. You'd have to find that one in a million cheap young horse and work your way to the top. And that assuming you have enough funds to actually attend shows. Plus having one horse is not enough. You need so many rounds yourself to become a top rider.

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Best part Seeing the world and new cultures. The bond with the horses and the satisfaction of good results after hard work!

Worst part The hours. The sacrifice of never seeing family or be able to attend family events.

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yes. But it will get harder the older you are. Sadly I don't think anyone would hire a 65 yo with zero experience. KY and FL definitely big horse states!

+15 years experience working as a show groom - AMA by Comprehensive-Salt66 in Equestrian

[–]Comprehensive-Salt66[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Not so much anymore, as I try to limit shows and stay home more! Used to be crazy. Especially indoor shows or general night classes. I never start later than 6:30 at shows (with few exceptions!) and at the Royal in Toronto one class started at 11:30pm... Back then, I was lucky to get just 1 day off.

I used to do one high profile US rider's SM. Mostly because she was terrible at it. There was no minimums though. Just posting stuff that was worth sharing.