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Reflections On Riding & Jumping
by: Steinkraus, William
A classic work on horses and horsemanship by one of the most acclaimed
riders in show jumping history. 240 pgs.
c. 1997, Rev, S/C... $17.95
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Riding A Dressage Test
by: Colgate, Terry & Diggle, Martin
A complete introduction to competitive dressage which explains the principles,
deals with the rules and requirements of the competition.
c. 1989, H/C... $17.50
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Riding Cross Country
by: Diggle, Martin
Types, jumping, conditions, riding bad ground, competition, foxhunting.
111 pgs.
c. 1986, H/C... $14.95
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Riding Over Jumps
by: Diggle, Martin
This practical and down-to-earth text suggests how careful thought and
attention to detail can enable 'avearage' riders to enjoy their riding
and competing over fences with safety and comfort to their horses and
themselves, by eliminating unnecessary inaccuracies and by developing
a positive attitude to their performance. Covers: Preliminaries, aids,
balance, getting out of trouble, types of fences, problems. 188 pgs.
c. 1986, H/C... $14.95
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Riding To Music
by: MacDonald, Janet
Use of music in free-style dressage, musical rides, quadrilles & teaching.
112 pgs.
c. 1992, 2nd Ed... $17.50
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Robert Smith's Young Showjumpers
by: Lambert, Rachel
Based on the expertise of an acknowledged master of the sport, this book
offers practical advice to anybody involved with young horses - and will
inspire any showjumping enthusiast. Color & B/W photos. 160 pgs.
c. 1992, H/C... $42.95
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Schooling To Show: Basics of Hunter-Jumper Training
by: D'Ambrosio, Anothony & Price, Steven
Chapters cover: selecting a competition horse, training on the flat, introduction
to fences, gymnastics & jumping lines, schooling shows, beyond schooling
shows, ring & jump construction, stable management. B/W photos &
illustrations. 92 pgs.
c. 1978, H/C...$12.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Good with dust jacket, ex-library,
usual library markings
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Show Jumping (Threshold Picture Guide #24)
by: Wallace, Jane
Advice on correct technique for riding show jumping fences & courses.
24 pgs.
c. 1992, S/C... $12.00
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Silver Horn: And Other Sporting Tales Of John Weatherford
by: Grand, Gordon
A book on the history & sport of foxhunting which tells the adventures
of Colonel Weatherford, sportsman and gentleman who loved horses, hounds,
and fair play, whilst hunting the fox. 229 pgs.
c. 1935, H/C...$25.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
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Solving Cross-Country Problems (Threshold Picture Guides #31)
by: Wallace, Jane
Straightforward advice on how to avoid the majority of cross-country problems.
Covers: Lost confidence; Refusing to start; Excitability at the start;
Hanging for home; Refusing; Running out; Difficulty turning; Running into
the bottom of fences; Hitting fences; Horse falling; Standing off too
far; Ditch aversion; Water aversion; Combination problems; Problems with
coffins; Horse strong and pulling; Rider falling off; Slow finishing time;
Remembering the course. Color illustrations. 24 pgs.
c. 1994, Booklet...$12.95
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Solving Show-Jumping Problems (Threshold Picture Guides #33)
by: Wallace, Jane
Straightforward advice on how to avoid common show-jumping problem. Includes:
refusing to enter the ring, stopping at the first fence, spooking/shying,
running out, rushing, difficulty turning, jumping flat, lost confidence,
making slow times against the clock, and more. Color illustrations. 24
pgs.
c. 1995, Booklet...$12.95
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Specialist Care Of The Competition Horse (Manual Of Stable Management)
Edited
Event horse, dressage, show jumper, polo, point-to-pointer, hunter, driving.
c. 1989, S/C... $10.95
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Teaching Basic Jumping
by: Diggle, Martin
This essential guide to teaching basic jumping will assist not only instructors
but also their pupils. Covers: Teacher qualities, facilities, equipment,
pole work, progression, cross-country. 141 pgs.
c. 1990, S/C... $17.50
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Thoroughbred Field Hunter
by: Geoldner, Christian
Adaptability of thorouughbreds as field hunters, training riders for cross-country.
c. 1976, H/C... $9.95
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USCTA Book of Eventing: The Official Handbook of the United States
Combined Training Association, Inc.
by: O'Connor, Sally
Contains invaulable information on every aspect of this exciting sport.
You'll find info on: trainjing the young event horse; care of the event
horse & eventing techniques; gymnastic training over fences; conditioning
the event horse; top riders' views of the dressage test & the cross-country
stadium courses; & much more. Throughout the book, six special sections
examine cross-country courses at all levels of eventing. Each section
offers detailed illustrations of every fence, accopmanied by the course
designer's comments & the rider's thoughts on how each fence should
be correctly jumped. B/W photos & illustrations. 288 pgs.
c. 1982, H/C...$25.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good w/ dust jacket,
dust jacket has several small tears on edges, inside clean & like
new
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Visions Of Show Jumping
by: Furth, Elizabeth
Here is a beautiful coffee-table book celebrating the sport of competitive
show jumping. A show jumping arena is a a place of color, atmosphere,
and spectacle, where competition between the world's top horse and rider
partnerships is tough and only the very best reap the rewards. Elizabeth
Furth has selected a dramatic collection of images that reflect the mood,
the athleticism, and the ceremony in show jumping today, with a unique
look at the often-neglected subject of course design. Featuring a wealth
of action photography from every internation show ground that has hosted
championship and Olympic events, VISIONS OF SHOW JUMPING captures the
sport from every angle, from preparation to presentation. 128 pgs.
c. 1993, H/C... $36.95
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Winning With Hunter Ponies
by: Thorne, John & Susan
The hunter pony, unrivalled for its quality, toughness and usefulness,
has become one of the most important types of pony in Britain today. It
has risen from being relatively unknown in the late 1960's to a pony of
established type, outnumbering every other type of ridden show horse and
pony. The authors of this book have pooled their considerable knowledge
and experience to produce this guide to owning, training and showing the
hunter pony. Advice is given on type, conformation and action, so that
prospective judges and owners know what to look for when assessing hunter
ponies, whether in the ring or with a view to purchase. Separate chapters
deal with the practicalities of management and training, both on the flat
and over fences. Planning a show career, show-ring turnout and ringcraft
are dealt with in detail, and there are chapters on judging and coursebuilding
for working hunter classes. 192 pgs.
c. 1989, H/c... $34.95
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Winning: A Training & Showing Guide For Hunter Seat Riders
by: White-Mullin, Anna Jane
Drawing on her 35 years of involvement with horses as rider, teacher and
AHSA registered judge, the author offers the reader information on specific
training procedures and competition strategies that make the winning difference.
Photos, b/w drawings. 216 pgs.
c.1992, H/C...$24.95
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World of Show Jumping
by: Neil ffrench Blake
Book filled with photographs & text we see close up the methods, mistakes,
moods, and miraculous accomplishments of the world's top riders in international
jumping competitions. B/W photos. 192 pgs.
c. 1967, H/C...$20.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited!
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