Jumping a Crossrail on the Diagonal – Part 2
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In part 2 of this exercise, Nations Cup show jumper and successful hunter/equitation competitor Sloane Coles demonstrates cantering a crossrail and how to break down the exercise to prepare for asking for a flying change after the jump. It is important to work the horse in both direction because there may be different issues one way versus the other.
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