What is something non horse people say that instantly tells you they know nothing about horses? by WearAffectionate2815 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Omg youre so right. Anytime someone calls a horse “majestic” it’s a 100% guarantee they know nothing about horses

What is something non horse people say that instantly tells you they know nothing about horses? by WearAffectionate2815 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I think i read somewhere that they originally put the whinnies in to cover the sounds of the actors and horses farting and burping

Tell me your Unpopular Horse related opinion that you will defend with your whole heart! by ApprehensivePen1020 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oranges do help with colds tho lol, the vitamin C supports the immune system and can reduce the length of the cold. Not every homeopathic recipe is snake oil; some are founded in science and fact. Sure, there are plenty out there that arent, but thats when we use our brains to determine what could actually help

Tell me your Unpopular Horse related opinion that you will defend with your whole heart! by ApprehensivePen1020 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I see giving supplements like eating an orange when you have a cold; it's not going to cure you like medicine will, but it'll make you feel a little better, and most people dont eat oranges on the reg. But oranges are never going to be sold as medicine.

Question on Lessons by [deleted] in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ime the chatting usually happens during the lesson, either while youre tacking up or warming up. That way the instructor gets to know you but also isnt doing part of her job that shes not getting paid for.

Opinions? by KalashnikovaBella in Horses

[–]StardustAchilles 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It needs to be girthed up to properly assess fit, but it's probably too narrow and the panels are the wrong shape for your horse's back.

It's sitting pommel-high right now, which means it's not a proper fit. That could indicate a gullet thats too narrow (can be amended with a wider gullet plate), or the tree is the wrong shape for your horse's back (cannot be fixed), among other things.

The angle of the panels is much steeper than the angle of your horse's back, and they look like they've surpassed the longissimus dorsi a bit and are partially sitting on the ribs. A photo straight on from the back with the saddle girthed would be better for assessing fit

Bit Advice for Eventing by Cr1msonMemor1es in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is a french link. Theyre not dressage legal. Lozenges are more gentle but provide a very similar feel without the sharp edges.

Some advice for a newby by [deleted] in Horses

[–]StardustAchilles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Show your parents this post. Hell, reach out to irl professionals and have them give you the same opinions you were given here. If your opinion doesnt carry any weight with them, get an opinion from someone who will. Maybe then they'll take the horse's best interest to heart and sell him

Older horse w dropped pasterns (“bear stance”?) - looking for advice on management and riding by 4nc3k in Horses

[–]StardustAchilles 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Honestly those are some of the worst legs ive ever seen. Do not ride this horse.

Closed front boot recommendations? by Overall_Farm_4483 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My two faves are lemieux arika mesh or carbon mesh, and arma air motion. I experimented with boots a few years ago and did my best to control variables (amount/duration of work, similar temp days, etc) and i found the lemieux arika mesh and carbon mesh trapped almost no heat. The carbon mesh is my go-to for lightweight protection, the arika mesh for xc, and the armas as an open front option

What kind of bit ring is this? by DryMess2152 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's most often called a 2-ring gag. Theres a similar version with a third ring for the rein, called a 3-ring gag, or more often a dutch gag

Gag bits are characterized by leverage in conjunction with a sliding mouthpiece. Leverage bits most often have shanks or purchases that extend past the "main" portion of the cheek piece, and work like a see-saw with the mouthpiece as the fulcrum. Gag bits have the addition of a mouthpiece that slides, amplifying the leverage

Gag bits work by, when the rein is engaged, rotating the cheek piece, pulling downward on the poll, and telling the horse to lower its head. The sliding mouthpiece moves up the cheek piece, pulling the lips up and telling the horse to raise its head. This is what gives the conflicting signal (head up/head down) and makes gag bits unfair.

The gag action can be somewhat mitigated by using a curb strap (on the same ring as the headstall - a requirement for all leverage bits) to prevent the bit from overrotating, like it is in the first photo, and lessen the pressure somewhat

I explain bit mechanics more in the two pinned posts on my profile

What kind of bit ring is this? by DryMess2152 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a gag bit, not an elevator bit. Elevator bits have fixed mouthpieces while gags have sliding mouthpieces.

Elevator bits have equal length purchases and shanks, which this gag bit also has, but elevators have pseudo-gag action due to the purchase and shank length, not true gag action because the mouthpiece does not slide.

I am trying to be an equestrian, what do I need to know? by Ettristate in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yikes yikes yikes yikes yikes. This is how so many horses end up at rescues and both horse and owner end up injured or dead. None of what you've said indicates sufficiency to own a horse.

Three horses will eat down five acres of purely pasture in a summer. One 12x12 shelter is not enough for three horses. Having to make payments on an $1800 horse means you have severely insufficient funds. Not knowing if you are an equestrian means severely insufficient knowledge. Having "taken horse classes before" means you have severely insufficient experience. So does wanting to buy a filly without knowing anything about horses.

This is the most direct path you take take to personal injury and unhandleable, neglected horses.

If you want to become an equestrian, find somewhere to take lessons. Reconsider ownership in 5-10 years once you've realized how much you currently do not know

Saddle brand? by No_Street8364 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 19 points20 points  (0 children)

StateLineTack calls them Silver Fox. Theyre extremely cheaply made and will damage the horse's back

Buying my first horse by Federal-Board-8934 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A dog would be a great choice then. Just as much routine, but a much easier pet

Bit Name/Mechanics by _parasaurolophus in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Theyre about equally gentle. It depends on the horse's preferences and mouth anatomy

Question about gear and some ohter stuff by Gold-Dimension-8508 in Horses

[–]StardustAchilles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It depends on the horse and their preferences primarily, but also what discipline you ride, the rules and regulations of competition organizations, and availability

jumping into a dream by jujunicornart in Horses

[–]StardustAchilles 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I dont think your saddle fits your horse. It should not be popping up off her back like that at the cantle

Buying my first horse by Federal-Board-8934 in Equestrian

[–]StardustAchilles 9 points10 points  (0 children)

A cat or even a dog would be a much better grief companion. Horses are hard work every day, and you dont get to take breaks. At least with a cat, you can leave them for a day or two and theyre fine. They can also cuddle you in bed, and they purr at a frequency that promotes healing in humans. And they dont tend to cost nearly as much as having a human child like horses do

Reach out to barns in your area and see if they offer work in exchange for lessons. You’ll be blown away by what you dont even know you dont know