Riding Tight Turns in a Jumper Course
Jumping
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13m
The best, tightest turns can win a jump off. International Grand Prix show jumping star Todd Minikus shows riders the best way to ride inside and tight turns that will save time in the jump off. Horses and riders both need to stay straight and balanced, and he says that you need to have some self-discipline to ride better.
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