Re: Weight-Think of the horse
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello everyone! Is there any accurate information available that would tell us what weight, height, etc., a horse should be to carry a said amount of weight? I would think this would be interesting AND serve to solve this issue of larger riders. Lynda
Re: Weight-Think of the horse
This message is from: Lori Albrough <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I guess I'm late getting in on the discussion, but the horse's weight carrying ability is more a factor of his bone than anything else. There was a link to a Jessica Jahiel article posted on the list a while back in which she says to a tall heavy rider looking for his first horse: "Look for a stocky, solid, short-backed horse with strong, clean legs, a deep body,and strong loins. THAT is weight-carrying conformation!" Sounds like a Fjord to me folks! I'm in agreement with whoever said that balance and sensitivity is more important on the riders part than what they weigh. Lori PS - oh, and here's that link, http://www.prairienet.org/horse-sense/whatbone.htm
Re: Weight-Think of the horse
This message is from: "Bushnell's" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Why in the world couldn't a 6ft plus man ride a Fjord? The heighth of a horse doesn't determine its strength or weight bearing ability.. let's not forget that the Fjord is a DRAFT pony and is very nearly as tough as the larger draft horses. A tall horse can be "spindly." I feel that just one of the many redeeming qualities about the Fjord is their ability to pack a large person and have even gone so far as to wonder if this wouldn't be a good market to explore for the Fjord, large people? Ruthie, NW MT At 10:11 AM 7/13/99 -0700, you wrote: >This message is from: "Cindy Scott" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >It seems like some have taken offense to the weight of the rider discussion. >I just want to add my two cents. A horse can carry a certain amount of >weight before you start to break it down. I have seen to many riders, man >and woman who where to large for the size of horse they were riding. If you >are a larger person and want to ride, thats great but ride a horse that can >handle your weight. I have seen too many larger men or women riding a 800lb >Arab, etc.. If you don't have a horse that can handle the weight, than maybe >driving is a better option. I believe a horse and rider need to match to >some degree. My father-in-law is 6'8" and I don't see him riding a Fjord. >Just think about your over all height and weight when you choose your horse. >I don't care if this offends anyone, but think about the welfare of the >animal. Yes, horses are strong and big, but they do have their limits. They >might die trying, but is it worth it? > >Cindy > > >
RE: Weight-Think of the horse
This message is from: Jeri L Rieger <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Bravo! With 64% of American women over the size of 12, this is enlightened thinking. There is a fairly new magazine out for women (Sorry, Guys) called Mode that directs its content entirely to large size. Maybe they would be interested in doing a feature. It seems like they are always looking for ways to encourage activity with sounding to "exercise-y". Besides, in marketing anything one needs to "broaden" their target groups. If I was any kind of a writer I would do this myself! Okay, so I am heavy but I love Fjords and everything about them . Horseless and missing my Fjords and Family, Jeri in Missouri P.S. Gayle, I don't know where Grove Springs is in Missouri...if it is close to St. Louis I would love to get in contact with your Fjord people. This message is from: "Bushnell's" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Why in the world couldn't a 6ft plus man ride a Fjord? The heighth of a horse doesn't determine its strength or weight bearing ability.. let's not forget that the Fjord is a DRAFT pony and is very nearly as tough as the larger draft horses. A tall horse can be "spindly." I feel that just one of the many redeeming qualities about the Fjord is their ability to pack a large person and have even gone so far as to wonder if this wouldn't be a good market to explore for the Fjord, large people? Ruthie, NW MT At 10:11 AM 7/13/99 -0700, you wrote: >This message is from: "Cindy Scott" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >It seems like some have taken offense to the weight of the rider discussion. >I just want to add my two cents. A horse can carry a certain amount of >weight before you start to break it down. I have seen to many riders, man >and woman who where to large for the size of horse they were riding. If you >are a larger person and want to ride, thats great but ride a horse that can >handle your weight. I have seen too many larger men or women riding a 800lb >Arab, etc.. If you don't have a horse that can handle the weight, than maybe >driving is a better option. I believe a horse and rider need to match to >some degree. My father-in-law is 6'8" and I don't see him riding a Fjord. >Just think about your over all height and weight when you choose your horse. >I don't care if this offends anyone, but think about the welfare of the >animal. Yes, horses are strong and big, but they do have their limits. They >might die trying, but is it worth it? > >Cindy > > >
Re: Weight-Think of the horse
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 7/13/99 1:15:52 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > My father-in-law is 6'8" and I don't see him riding a Fjord. I put my 6'1" 280lb husband on my 14 hand fjord and he (the horse) had no problem. I also put him on my more slender appy mare and she was comfortable with him also. It has to do with BALANCE not size. I have seen peanut kids cause my fjord more discomfort due to their lack of balance and coordination. Please remember that adults are aware of their size and tend to be more cautious about their riding. In fact I have had to tell a few of my adult riders to become more aggressive or the horse will take advantage of them! Kate
