> However, really, who came up with using the withers for height?  I
> think it is frankley a stupid place to measure to.  I do not sit on
> the withers, so why should that matter?  I would like to see people
> measure to the middle of the back, now that measurement is important
> to me as that is where my butt is, and it would be a better
> indication of how far I will fall when it happens, and it does from
> time to time.....  :)

Skye, I believe Icelandics are measured at the withers, low point of back 
and high point of croup at evaluations.

> I have lost about 40 pounds or so these past few months, so riding is
> easier for me, and I am sure my horses as well!

Congratulations Skye! That is quite a feat!

Cheryl

ToltallyICE at Sand Creek Icelandic Horse Farm
Icelandic Horses and Icelandic Sheepdogs
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