CRITIQUES NEEDED -- additional photo added, post #21

[susanne]

It was a LOT of hard work, but I believe we are now ready for the Whitemans' NW Winter Drive, no matter how much it rains!

I've posted a photo of today's training drive. Please, if anyone has any critiques of our turnout, let me know! I'm new to this sort of driving. Mingus was such a good sport about it all, although he wasn't sure about the goggles. I think that instead of a whip, I may bring a paddle -- for the water, not for him!

You wouldn't believe the trouble I had finding a life jacket to fit Mingus! And as you may have noticed, this rig is NOT an easy entry. Fortunately, the raging torrent prevented him from moving before I asked.

 

[Renee]

Love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[CCC]

omg!! awesome!, we needed some of those here this past week!! it flooded my mom out, they had to be evacuated by boat!!

 

[Marsha Cassada]

Holy cow! What an amazing adventure! Can't wait to hear more.

 

[RhineStone]

That's one tough life jacket to pull that boat with. No breastcollar or nuthin'!

 

[MajorClementine]

Well... I think the lifejacket is a good fit but maybe you would like to get one with a cute ducky print or something in the future. It looks like the shafts are at a bit of an angle but that I to be expected I suppose considering they are hooked to a river raft. The canopy over you is a nice touch although you may want to put it down in the event of high winds. And I think you were on the right track with the goggles even if he didn't love them. Eye protection is a must in these situations.

All in all I think you two are on to something wonderful

 

[jleonard]

Might want to add that snorkel mentioned in the other thread

You know, swimming is a great way to condition horses, you should consider yourselves lucky! We have to pay to swim our horses around here!

 

[CZP1]

I think a ducky print would be FAB-U-LOUS! Very funny Susanne, thanks for the laugh today!

 

[targetsmom]

That is wonderful!!! I especially like the life jacket, but fear that I would have to mark you down for turnout because it clashes with the yellow raft. And no brown gloves or apron???

 

[midnight star stables]

Love it!

 

[Relic]

OMG love it so funny..super hero Mingus to the rescue

 

[ClickMini]

Well of course you & Mingus would come up with something like this...next thing you know we are all going to have to meet your standard as they incorporate "rapid river road crossing" into our versatility class. Way to go Susanne! Oh well, from one old crip to another, if you can do it so can I!

I bow down to your creativity, my friend!

 

[MiLo Minis]

If you stuck a lure on the end of your whip you could do a little trolling and maybe catch some dinner for yourself!

I have to say you have given me an idea for a snowboat this winter!

 

[hobbyhorse23]

I sense a new turnout option for the TREC this spring! Or perhaps for fording water hazards? I never have liked the spray off my wheels!

Leia

 

[Shortpig]

ROFL! I would be laughing my arse off if this wasn't so close to the truth in this area. I must say Susanne you are certainly determined to keep Mingus in shape this winter. Afterall who needs skis that will float right on top of the snow and what fun you will have.

You are so very lucky to have Mingus, Koda sticks his nose out the barn door in the morning to see if it is raining. Jimmy doesn't even both to check anymore he just figures it is.

That picture is priceless.

 

[R Whiteman]

With this kind of creativity this years event could be one of the most unique drives of the year. I was working on pontoons that would fit under the wheels. This beats me hands down.

Ron

 

[R Whiteman]

I hate it when this happens. I must have touched the wrong button once again.

Ron

 

[wendyluvsminis]

Wow! That is so cool! Maybe you two could have a weekly rescue TV series! It could be big, really big!

 

[Sixstardanes]

Sadly all I get is the red X

 

[gimp]

I want to ride along with her!