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  1. Abby P

    Accessories For Sale Kingston Easy-Entry for sale

    https://www.kingston-saddlery.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=108_113_115&product_id=64 It is this cart. Located in southeastern MA. Comes with waterproof cover, used only 4-5 times and always kept covered. I will get pics of the actual cart on the next good-weather day and add them...
  2. Abby P

    Long shot - boarding in MA?

    Hi All, I know we're scattered all over the world, but just in case - does anyone know of a good barn (or backyard situation) that could accommodate a mini and is located either along I-95 between the RI border and 495 (Wrentham, Plainville, Attleboro, etc.) or along 495 between 95 and the MA...
  3. Abby P

    Hoof protection thoughts?

    Often, with a riding horse, assuming good healthy feet, front shoes/boots are plenty for protection on all terrains unless you plan to do a ton of fast miles over rocks or pavement. What do folks think - is a driving horse more likely to need protection on all 4 vs. a riding horse, given how...
  4. Abby P

    Anyone feed CA Trace?

    I'm thinking of switching away from the ration balancer to try to save a bit more calories, and it seems that this is one of the better mineral supplements that also comes as a pellet (necessary for me since I'm not able to wet his feed to mix in a powder). I figure it will save about 300...
  5. Abby P

    I ordered my cart!

    Finally went for it, I ordered the Kingston with motorcycle tires and C springs. Fingers crossed it's a better fit than the Hyperbike.
  6. Abby P

    Spinoff: what gender combos, if you have multiple horses?

    So just theoretically if I were to get a second horse (totally theoretical :)), what does everyone think is the best choice for company for a youngish, playful but laid back gelding? I had my Arab gelding in several different herd settings in the years I owned him. In small herds of two or...
  7. Abby P

    My poor dog!

    Took my dog in today for a dental and they found fractured molars on both sides and a whole bunch of loose/infected teeth. We had NO idea this was happening, he didn't have any symptoms other than bad breath which we attributed to tartar buildup. Total of 12 or 13 teeth extracted (mostly the...
  8. Abby P

    Blade-joring in slow motion

    Sorry no pics or video, it was a blustery day and we just went up and down the barn driveway a couple times at a walk. All I can say so far is, holy learning curve Batman! Definitely a lot more practice is needed before I'm going to be attaching myself to him. He was very good however, happy...
  9. Abby P

    Accessories For Sale Hyperbike

    I've decided to sell my Hyperbike so I can focus on blade-joring, hiking, and long-lining. It's a 2011 model with a set of C shafts that would probably work best for a rather tall and narrow pony (the shaft set, not the cart) - the woman I bought it from had a pony that I think was around 41"...
  10. Abby P

    My "helper"

    I was raking up some old hay today and he wanted to be sure I noticed him. He stood still right in the center while I raked the entire thing around him!
  11. Abby P

    Pony racetrack

    Kelly, this one is for you! I finally captured footage of the elusive pony races! Be sure to have the sound on for funny added effects. 🤣
  12. Abby P

    Fun video

    Complete with shadbelly. I love it.
  13. Abby P

    Rowan

    2015 37" silver bay pinto gelding. Unregistered, arrived from the Amish via the New Holland auction in PA and a local horse dealer. No show record, he's my hiking buddy and driving teacher.
  14. Abby P

    Bridleless bit

    Just thought I'd post a pic, finally got to try out the bridleless bit I got from Sweet Billy's. It's a leather bit and just has a curb strap to keep it on the horse. He did manage to spit it out right after I took this pic so obviously I need to tighten it a hole but it's pretty neat! I...
  15. Abby P

    Anyone use electric sheep netting?

    So I have a very determined pony. Despite all my attempts so far to shore up his no-grass fencing, he has still managed to push the fence back and get to some grass every time. The next, and final, thing I am going to try with the existing fence (made of steel corral panels) is to drive stakes...
  16. Abby P

    Talk to me about 4-wheeled vehicles

    So I have noticed that with my Hyperbike, which has a 48" wide wheel track and is of course a two-wheeled cart, that if I drive over rough ground Rowan gets pushed around by the shafts. I'm sure that there is some element of cart balance and my lack of skill at compensation as a driver that...
  17. Abby P

    Hay net mesh size

    Right now I have Haychix nets with the 1" mesh size. After Kelly posted in the Thyro-L thread about the Hayburners nets with 3/4" mesh, I took a look at those and I like how they have no knots. What size mesh does everyone use, and do you ever double up the nets to slow them down even more...
  18. Abby P

    Whip question

    So I have a Hyperbike and have been using a regular dressage whip for driving. What I'm wondering is whether it would make a big difference to switch to a purpose-built driving whip? There are ones made specifically for the Hyperbike that have a shorter shaft and a shorter lash, like this...
  19. Abby P

    Cashel fly masks

    I need sizing help! Will the small pony/weanling size fit a B mini? He's 37" at the withers and does not have a tiny head for his size. He also has a white nose so I was considering the long nose option for sun protection - not sure though if it'll end up being ridiculous! He'll probably be...
  20. Abby P

    Russian winter hunt with troikas!

    https://www.facebook.com/woodbrookhuntclub/photos/pcb.4023569647655731/4023562940989735/?type=3&theater Amazing photos.
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