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Yesterday we went CHRISTMAS caroling. It was sooo much fun!

LOVE my beta harnesses! Make sure you buy a good quality harness. No conway buckles, no rivets. I have one incident to share. My mini was wearing a leather bridle. I had unhitched him and handed him off to someone to hold. He dropped his head to graze, and when he lifted it up he caught the...

I'm not sure why it's sideways, but the first photo shows the connector strap at the top. The second photo shows it in action.

I agree with Marsha, I would lower the tugs at least one hole. See how the cart seat tilts back in the first photo. The shafts and the seat should be level. I also agree that there seems to be a lot of weight on the neck strap. Try looping a leather thong or shoelace around the neck strap and...

I'll have to try the "Lisa Singer" way. Looks quick and easy. On a side note, Lisa drove my home trained mini for a short bit at the National Drive years ago, and told me I did a good job! Proud mom !

Jaye, thank you! I so miss your harness 101 section of your website! I sent people to it many times. The info there was clear and concise.

The CDEs I have done are about 5-6k, done at a 9kph trot. So roughly about half hour trotting. Usually a few hills, mostly on grass, sometimes road. Neither of my boys had any problems, never held at vet check, never too tired. I always make sure they are properly conditioned. When I trail...

I used to use My Tracks app on my android. It was discontinued. . I haven't found one I like nearly as much. So I dug around and found my Garmin watch which I used to have attached to the cart shafts. It wouldn't power on, apparently I broke off one of the tabs that holds the battery. I just...

http://www.kingston-saddlery.com C2201.TP Mini or Pony Easy Entry Horse Cart Telescoping Team Pole-NIB

So good to see you posting, Jaye! I haven't been able to find your website. You have some of the best harnessing and hitching info ever! Do you still have a website?

Actually, Bb would probably not recommend the hyperbike for a green-broke horse, especially not as a first vehicle. I love my bike, but it definitely has a niche use. As far as your hips, getting in and out is the hardest part. You have to be able to lift your leg over the shaft while your horse...

Sandee at Iowa valley carriage has them. She is on a trip right now, so if you are in a hurry...... http://iowavalleycarriage.com/catalog/11

I agree with reignmaker.

Lots of good info, Paula. But this really made me chuckle: And I seem to have a lot of photos of how not to do things, LOL.

No one has replied, so I'll take a shot at this one. Lol! I have competed, but never organized an event, so I'll just comment with what I've seen. Buy 12" square pieces of MDF (or cut your own, if you are handy) about 3/4" thick. Paint both sides. Attach two together at the top with a hinge to...

I have a 2H slant load Kiefer Built step-up with small dressing room. Great trailer. I have to keep the original configuration as I also haul my daughter's 16.3 OTTB. My larger mini works great in the front stall, but my smaller guy can fit his butt under the divider. Not the best scenario, but...

http://www.mischka.pics/Equines/Driving-Horses/061414-Columbus-Carriage/ This is a photo album from last weekend's carriage classic in Wisconsin. Lots of lovely vehicles! I did a quick scan; most single horses put to a four wheel carriage have straight shafts. However, these are mostly antique/...

I think any of your shaft options would be great. I would opt for marathon shafts only if you have the quick release tug loops. The shaft that curve down or out are called gig shafts, if I'm not mistaken. I'm not sure how appropriate they would be on a carriage (not cart) for showing. Maybe you...

http://drivingnews.us/marathontimes/DrivingNews-MarathonTimes.html Years ago, I bought a laminated sheet and dry erase marker set that was enclosed in a vinyl sleeve that velcroed to your dash. http://camptownharness.com/index.php?pg=Other%20stuff%20you%20need&i=99...

Entry deadline is sept 22, and I think it's going to take me that long to decide if I can do it this year. If anyone can go, you won't regret it! The driving is wonderful, the people you meet there become friends, there's great vendors for shopping, plus you get admission to all the great...