I got brave last week and tried riding Hannah bareback for the first time. She was great! She stood perfectly for mounting and dismounting. We kept it walk-trot, and she was completely relaxed the whole ride.
I used a regular saddle pad for a little bit of cushion, but would like to invest in a fancy bareback pad in the near future.
It was nice to just hang out and relax with Hannah. She didn't spook or take advantage of my saddle-less position in any way. I think that means our "trust bank" is in the positive.
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woo hoo! The first time I rode Riley bareback I nearly cried, he was so good! I'm so happy things are going great with you and Hannah.
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome! And I want a cushy bareback pad too.
ReplyDeleteYay Hannah!
ReplyDeleteGreat stuff!
ReplyDeleteYaaaaaay! So excited for you :)
ReplyDeleteI cannot tell you how excited I am to read this post! I am so glad you're bonding with Hannah :D :D
ReplyDeleteLove this! You two seem to be really having fun!
ReplyDeleteNo one likes withers in the crotch! Bareback pad is a yes. Looking cute!
ReplyDeleteLooks like fun! It's great that you and Hannah are doing good together.
ReplyDeleteYay I'm happy for you I'm still too weenie to ride bareback on anything over 14hh anymore.
ReplyDeletefun!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! The best friends bareback pad is AMAZING. Super comfy and gripy on the horse. I rode a very bony withered TB in one a few times last year.
ReplyDeleteYay!! Bareback is the best :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome!
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