Related Distances on Straight Lines
Hunters/Equitation
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2m 56s
Holly Hugo explains a related distance between two fences in a line. If a rider meets the first jump of the line perfectly, she may just need to maintain the horse’s balance down the line and jump the center of the second fence. But if she meets the first jump short or long, she needs to adjust the horse’s stride.
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