Posts Tagged by tevis
I wish I had known…”Tevis”
July 22, 2011 | Posted by Melinda under Equine Endurance |
It’s that time of year – Tevis time. Even though I won’t be risking life and limb on that trail again this year (OK – so that’s a slight exaggeration, but you have to admit that any endurance ride whose rider packet comes with the option of life-flight helicoptor insurance is not to be taken […] more
"How to" guide for the Tevis
August 10, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
I am far from an expert on riding the Tevis. With one completion and two attempts, if you want real advice there are many many more suitable sources. Therefore the list below should be considered as “for entertainment” purposes only! My aunt is considering on riding the Tevis next year, and if she does, it […] more
Tevis and hardness of ride
August 7, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
It’s officially been 2 weeks since Tevis and I feel the familiar threads of self doubt. How much is too much to ask of my horse? Sometimes the decision is obvious. I knew after American River this year that unless something drastically changes, I will not be returning to that ride. It’s too much to […] more
Tevis Evaluation
August 4, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
We are reaching the end of my planned “Tevis” posts! I hope that the posts have been enjoyable and maybe even given you ideas for your own ride. Because Tevis is such a challenging ride emotionally and physically, I think it’s a perfect opportunity to access some of the strengths and weaknesses of me as […] more
Tevis Issues
August 3, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
It’s now 10 days post-Tevis and (in my opinion, which since it’s my blog, only makes sense…..) the perfect time to talk about whether I need to do any problem solving before our next 100 in 5 weeks. I’ve noticed it takes a week or so before more minor issues can appear, and sometimes I […] more
Happy Tevis to me…..
August 2, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
Side note: I’m extremely touched by all the support I got before, during, and after Tevis in the form of e-mails, text messages, and voice messages wishing me luck and offering congratulations. I also appreciate the e-mails from those of you led to offer me advice on my equipment and ride etc. It has gotten […] more
My Tevis 2010 Story
July 28, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
I was assured yesterday that if I posted the long version, people WOULD read it, so instead of trying to condense this into a nice little 4 paragraph story, here’s the whole caboodle. May I start with the end as opposed to the beginning? 24 hours later Farley looks great. No visible weight loss, a […] more