ASKHQ: WHAT IS A MECHANICAL HACKAMORE?

Q: What is a mechanical hackamore? A: A mechanical hackamore is titled misleadingly, as it is not really a hackamore at all, but a bitless bridle that uses leverage points on the horse's nose, jaw and poll. When pulled by the reins, shanks put pressure on the noseband, bringing the curb chain up against the chin and…

BylizzieOctober 21, 20200Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training

How correct is your contact?

[dropcap]Y[/dropcap]our contact is an essential line of communication to your horse, and for that reason, absolutely essential to get right. A common error from the rider’s side is dropping of the contact and therefore dropping of the communication. One minute you’re providing your horse with information and guiding him, and the next minute you’re not.…

BylizzieMay 31, 20160Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training Know How

Rider and seat position

HQ is thrilled to be exclusively partnered with the Dutch-based Equine Support International (ESI). ESI educates equestrians all over the world to increase levels of equestrian knowledge. This helps horse owners, stables, educational institutions and federations to take a step forward with horse wellbeing and the sport in general. ESI provides unique custom-made solutions such…

BylizzieApril 19, 20160Comments

ASKHQ: WHAT IS A MECHANICAL HACKAMORE?

How correct is your contact?

Rider and seat position

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