Hacking out
this Winter
With the summer and spring local showing season slowing down winter is a great
time to take to the roads with a group of friends to keep your horses fitness in peak
condition over the winter. Here we look at some points to take into consideration
when hacking out with Equestrian.com
W
ith winter well and truly
here and the darker
nights coming round
very fast each day it is
often hard to find the time to ride. Soggy
fields and arena’s often mean the only
way some owners can exercises their
horses is out on the concrete.
This may mean riding in the
mornings or evenings when light
is lacking. Whilst it is important to
continue to hack your horse throughout
the winter months, especially as it
provides stimulation and good fitness
work after perhaps long periods in the
stable, it comes with added risks, due to
the poor light and other factors.
First things first....
If you are able to ride during the day, you
may not have a problem with light but
bad weather can create poor conditions
on the road for you to contend with.
High visibility clothing should
be worn at all times when X