Not-So-Speedy Dressage
From Endurance to Dressage
My family was particularly generous this year for both Christmas and my birthday. My dad and stepmom sent me a very lovely gift from the Riding Warehouse, but it just didn't fit, no matter how hard I tried. It was a case of too big here and there and everywhere, and of course a smaller size wasn't available. I returned the item but expressed heartfelt thanks to my parents for their generosity. On Friday, this appeared on our doorstep. I don't generally forget that I've ordered something, although it does occasionally happen. I first assumed it was something that my husband ordered, but when I saw the return address, Riding Warehouse, I knew it was for me. Woo hoo. Once I realized it was indeed my package and not hubby's, I quickly made the leap that it was probably a replacement birthday gift from my parents. I was right! I always have some items in my shopping cart at Riding Warehouse. Sometimes they're in there so that I won't forget about a recommended product, but usually they're sitting there as I finish putting together a pile worth shipping out. Like socks. I had socks in my my cart, but there's no way I am paying shipping on some socks, on sale or not. I already have a pair of the Noble Outfitters Peddies Tall Boot Socks in a solid color that were given to me as a gift. I was surprised at how much I like them. When I saw the leopard print go on sale, I threw a couple in my cart and waited for my next order. I've mentioned a time or two that I have a thing for breeches. I can't help it; I am on a constant quest for the perfect pair. A perfect cheap pair. I am realizing that what I like in a pair of breeches (fit, bling, contrast stitching, colors) just doesn't come cheaply. Unfortunately, my frugal nature won't let me go out and buy the $175 pair that checks off all of my boxes. With gift card in hand, I decided to see what a $100 pair of breeches might look like. After looking at every single pair of breeches that Riding Warehouse had in stock, I chose the Ovation DX Celebrity Slim Secret full seats. This pair of breeches meets most of my "likes," especially with the stylish side pocket. I don't know how they'll fit, but I am hoping the fabric is as described. My "cuter" breeches are simply too thick for our summer time heat, so I am hoping the Dry-Lex™ technology performs as advertised.
Breeches and socks are due on Tuesday. I'll let you know what I think.
Judy
1/31/2016 05:23:11 pm
I'm glad you found something you like! Hope they fit well! Comments are closed.
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About the Writer and RiderI am a lifelong rider.
I began endurance riding in 1996 where I ultimately completed five, one-day 100 mile races, the 200-mile Death Valley Encounter, and numerous other 50, 65, and 75 mile races. I began showing dressage in 2010. Welcome to my dressage journey. About Speedy GSpeedy went from endurance horse to dressage horse. After helping me earn a USDF Bronze medal in the summer of 2020, he is now semi-retired. Speedy is a 2004, 15'1 hand, purebred Arabian gelding. His Arabian Horse Registry name is G Ima Starr FA.
About IzzyIzzy was started as a four-year old and then spent the next 18 months in pasture growing up. I bought him as a six-year old, and together, we are showing at the lower levels. He is a 2008, 16'3 hand warmblood gelding. His Rheinland Pfalz-saar International (RPSI) name is Imperioso.
National Rider AwardsState Rider Awards
State Horse Awards
Working Towards:
CDS Sapphire Rider Award Third Level: 63.514% Third Level: 62.105% Fourth Level: Fourth Level: 2023 Show Season
Show Rating (***) CDS/USDF/USEF (*) CDS (s) Schooling (c) Clinic (r) Ride-a-Test Clinic 2023 Show Schedule
TBD 2023 Completed … Pending 2023 Qualifying Scores
Regional Adult Amateur Competition (RAAC) Qualifying Training Level 3 Scores/2 Judges/60%: Score 1: Score 2: Score 3: Archives
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