Tik Maynard Riding with Martin Black
Originally posted on social media from Tik Maynard “You ever seen a guy rope a filly, start a colt, tell a story, teach a lesson, drink tea (Earl Grey) and ponder the resilience that adversity … read
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Preparing for the Mongolian Derby with Martin Black
Submitted by Jessie Dowling I spent most of November 2022 with Martin Black at Shoofly in Bruneau, Idaho, working on my horsemanship skills in preparation for the Mongol Derby, the longest and toughest horse race … read
Ask Martin: Which Hackamore is best for me?
“Are the hackamores with a real soft type flex or can I order maybe a more medium flex ? I have two hackamores right now . One is pretty firm that I use to start … read
Ask Martin: Working a Deaf Horse
Question: “I’m working a horse at the moment that is a 3-year-old deaf mare. I’ve just started her and she’s going nicely, but I’m having a hard time getting through to her. She frights so easily and … read
Ask Martin: Dropping the Back During A Stop
Question: “Hi Martin! I’ve been watching your refinement DVD and working on the things you cover and am liking the results. I’d like to see my horse be more elevated in the shoulders and more … read
Ask Martin: Pivoting
Question: “I attended a clinic this past weekend. The clinician said when disengaging the hindquarters, the horse should walk a small circle with the front feet, not pivot. At the very least the inside front … read