This message is from: "Cherie Mascis" <vikinghorseri...@bellsouth.net>
Young horses that have just been started and aren't used to carrying a rider, can be a little klutzy.
New shoes in front will change the weight and breakover. She'd probably be extra careful in the really steep areas, but might not notice an easier change of terrain, it's harder to feel your feet in shoes. Let her get used to the shoes on flat terrain, or go barefoot ;)
I really like Renegades or gloves. Even with boots, I'd still get a couple of easy rides in before tackling harder terrain.
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