My horse bucks when I try to go quicker when we’re out hacking, why is this?
Q: When going up a gear to canter β usually when weβre out on a hack β my horse, who used to be kept on working livery, sometimes throws in a buck. Why is this? Read Article
My ex-racer thoroughbred runs away with me when out hacking, it’s starting to scare me, what can I do?
Q: Within the last year or so, my ex-racer Thoroughbred has started to run away with me on a hack as soon as we come to an open area β heβs fine to school in an arena. Itβs now scaring me, so what can I do about it? Read Article
Hacked off! Hacking around the Yorkshire Wolds
Discover a wonderfully unspoilt part of Yorkshire with your horse on this inspiring route. Read Article
Beginnerβs guide to hunting – find out what is required for a day’s hunting and what to wear and to expect
Want to know how to go hunting? Itβs trail hunting nowadays, with hounds following a scent laid by a runner or quad bike, and itβs enormous fun! Horse&Rider magazine has all the advice first timers need, from hunting etiquette to how to ride your horse at his first meet. So get on the trail now... Read Article
How to hold a galloping horse
Do you want to go fast, but worry you might not stop at the other end? Then follow Tina Sederholm's great advice for staying in control Read Article
My horse insists on being at the front when hacking out βΒ how can I make him listen to me?
Q: My gelding is a very forward-going, strong ride and whenever I hack him out with other horses, he insists on being in front. If I try to go at the back, he jogs and pulls on the reins, and I sometimes have trouble stopping him. What can I do now to make him listen to me? Read Article
Ready, steady, hack: Visualisation
If the thought of hacking puts you in a panic, or fast rides seem beyond your capabilities, sports psychologist Debbie Percy can help Read Article
Ready, steady, hack: Setting goals
Whether the thought of hacking puts you in a panic, or going for fast rides seems beyond your capabilities, sports psychologist, Debbie Percy can help Read Article
Ready, steady, hack: Memories matter
Does the thought of hacking put you in a panic, or fast rides seem beyond your capabilities? Sports psychologist Debbie Percy can help Read Article
Seven simple steps to happy hacking
Ready to hit the tracks with your horse this summer? Stay safe when you leave the yard with our quick and easy-to-follow guide to making the most of the countryside with your equine pal Read Article
Does your riding need spicing up?
First up, you need to find out how deep your horsey rut really is. Once youβve done that, you can think about climbing straight back out! Be positive about your riding β itβs fun, relaxing, a great way to get to know your horse, and it improves fitness for both you and him! Read Article