Essential for riders of all ages and all levels of expertise
Introduction
This information-packed handbook covers every aspect of horse riding with unrivalled clarity, showing you how to boost your performance and improve your technique, whatever your level.
Grasp the basics
Ground breaking technical photographic sequences are combined with expert advice on everything from mounting to competition work
Master Advanced Techniques
Whether you enjoy dressage, showjumping or cross country, this superb manual explains how understanding and communicating with your horse is at the heart of good riding. With Micklem’s professional advice on mental and physical preparation for both horse and rider, and practical troubleshooting sections, this is a must-have for any serious equestrian, from novice to seasoned rider.
Reviews
Customer Review:
Review by: Charlotte Atkinson, 07 August 2004
This book is an great for riders of all levels,from novice to expert.
Press reviews
"...very much a get-up-and-go book. With copious illustrations, which include some wonderful photographic sequences." The Independent (Sport).
"...without a shadow of a doubt the best book on horse riding I have ever come across." Open House
Star Buy of the Month "I have never come across such a comprehensive work …. I’m not giving my copy back!" Horse Magazine October 2003
"Fabulously informative and practical handbook" Equiworld Magazine (on line)
"It is rare to find someone with such a knowledge of equestrianism at all levels". Baron Hans Blixen-Finecke, Olympic Gold Medallist.
"Exhilarating gallop through every stage of the horse riding process" The Bookseller 09/05/03
Product details
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9780751364446
Size: 195 x 235mm
Number of pages: 400
Publication date: 07 Aug 2003
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Complete Horse Riding Manual





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