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How do you know when lopeing a horse that your on the correct lead?

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When you first start out, you may have to look down at the horse's shoulders. Whichever should extends farther is the lead the horse in on.

However, with more practice you will be able to feel each footfall and know which lead the horse is on through your seat. It helps to practice on the lunge with a trainer, so you can drop your stirrups and reins and just concentrate on feeling the horse's movement.

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