Rider In Balance’s Post

How might cyclist be faster than a motorcycle? 👇 Open your trajectory, approach the apex and open to the exit. The Pidcock utility knife teaches you how to embarrass a biker.

⛳️ SATURDAY ! Shot shape: Why you should LEARN to have a desired ball flight. When a ball moves a certain direction, it becomes more PREDICTABLE! In this case, moving it right to left, I know that my ball either goes straight (and it’s okay) or will go left (which is also okay). So by committing to a certain shape, you can eliminate a side of the course you want to avoid when hitting your golf ball, and staying away from trouble. What’s your preferred shot shape and why??

Keep it simple. That’s usually the best way to tell a story. Coming from decades of adventures that often encompass overly complicated behind-the-scenes logistics (arranging fixers and long-winded visa applications, route calculations and safety planning), I decided simplicity should be at the heart of my latest video story for Pro Bike Gear: A Single Drop. My idea was to show not only that ‘bad’ weather shouldn’t be something that stops you going outside to ride bikes, but also that the surroundings we mountain bike in are a beautiful thing, to behold. The story idea I came up with to combine them was to follow the journey of a single drop of water down a mountain, paralleling the descent of a mountain biker (me). However simple the storyline this was, of course it came with its own challenges: notably scouting and finding the right kind of trail that flowed alongside the 'right' kind of river with both visible in the same shot, and most notably aligning “just the right amount of showery Scottish weather without being a total washout” forecast with the videographer’s availability. Patience, it seems, paid off. https://lnkd.in/e-K9pceS

Watch as a stubborn horse learns a valuable lesson about the importance of water in "The Stubborn Horse and the Stream" story. Sometimes you can lead a horse to water, but you cannot force it to drink. Watch this captivating tale of a stubborn horse and a stream - a story that teaches us that you cannot force the horse to drink! A powerful lesson in persistence and choice. It's like trying to convince a stubborn horse to drink from a stream. You can guide them there, show them the water, even nudge them towards it, but ultimately, it's up to the horse to decide if it wants to quench its thirst. You can't force it to drink, no matter how much you know it's what's best for them. It's frustrating, watching someone struggle when you know you have the solution right in front of them. But sometimes, people need to come to their own realizations, make their own choices. You can offer support, encouragement, and guidance, but you can't make them take that final step. It's a lesson in patience, in letting go of control, and in understanding that everyone has their own journey to take. You can lead them to the water, but you can't make them drink.

Here's a Friday Fun Fact: I started riding horses at 9 years old. Horses. Not ponies. All 45 inches, 50 lbs of me riding an animal that averages 1,200 lbs and 5+ feet tall at the shoulders. Looking back at early photos, I'm amazed I was able to stay on, let alone learn how to ride. This picture is from my first show. I placed 6th riding Ned, and I still remember the feeling of disappointment and frustration of not coming in first. But the gift of time has also provided perspective of lessons from that day I still use. 1) Trust myself, and figure out how to make things happen based on my capabilities. Looking at this picture, my feet barely cleared the saddle flaps but I was able to communicate my commands well enough to place in the show. 2) Partnership does not always need to be smooth sailing for the best outcomes. Ned was not an easy ride for my 9yr old self. He challenged me to improve my technique, manage my expectations, and offered grace when I made mistakes. 3) Every result is a lesson, not a failure or success. We talk about failing isn't failing if you fail forward, but that's a lot of "fail" in that line of thinking. Did I "fail" because I placed 6th instead of first? No. I learned that there is still room for improvement but the skills I am displaying are promising. 4) Ask! Do not be afraid to ask because you might actually get it. And when you do, see #1! 🐴

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The other side of the trail from the perspective of the horse. https://lnkd.in/gUqjXGAK https://lnkd.in/eGi3sSqv

"A bridle is the most basic part of the horse's headgear. It is used to direct a horse. The bridle is the main source of communication and control with the horse. It comes in different sizes pony, cob, horse and oversized. When choosing a bridle for your horse, it must be properly fitted to your horse’s head, otherwise, he’ll be uncomfortable and your aids will not be communicated effectively." Continue reading "Know Everything About Horse Bridles" on the Equivont Blog 🦄 https://lnkd.in/g5f7mygE