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Learn the Importance of Leads and How to Identify the Correct Lead

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How to Learn About Leads Without a Horse
colt galloping

Here a young colt gallops, banking his turn on the right lead. The right foreleg reaches out, making it easier to keep his balance. On a curve, the inside foreleg should be the leading leg.

K. Blocksdorf
A long time ago, Western Horseman magazine produced a booklet called “Those Cantankerous Leads”, aimed at beginner riders who were having problems with learning leads. When you’re just learning to ride, understanding a horse’s leads, why they are important, and how to recognize them can be a bit baffling. Here are two easy ways to learn about leads, and you won’t even need a horse.

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