Discussion # 99: Balance or grip over fences, which works better and why??
It is very educational to be able to compare the specific details of different horses and riders who are at exactly the same point over a jump. Both are obviously great riders, but these two riders have very different styles and positions. Because the first rider's center of gravity is so far ahead of his feet, that iron strong knee grip is necessary to keep him secure. And the second rider is in such a good balance that they could completely relax their leg and be just fine. Balance vs grip, as a means to staying on a horse, are the two options we have. Which one is better or more reliable in each of the three phases of Eventing? And why? (Click on Discussion Title above (in blue) to read this educational discussion)
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