>>>> I think we should try to compile videos of the Icelandics gaiting at liberty, to see what we can come up with.
That would be cool indeed. I know I have some, but could try to get more. Do you have any particular gaits at liberty you'd like to see - foxtrot, stepping pace, running walk, saddle rack...? I probably can't find any of the "true" rack, since I admit I don't see much of it in Icelandic horses at liberty. One thing I like to see is the horse being able to change gaits in different situations. I know under saddle it can be annoying for the horse to be constantly shifting gaits, but when they are playing, changing directions, maybe running through different footings, up and down little hills, I think it's an advantage for them to have an array of gaits to pick from - including a canter and a trot or foxtrot. Do others see that as a plus...? Karen Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED]
