I wonder if this will catch on.
http://www.horseandcountry.tv/news/2013/04/30/lingfield-hold-uks-first-shire-horse-race
http://www.horseandcountry.tv/news/2013/04/30/lingfield-hold-uks-first-shire-horse-race
I must be a bit odd really, I would think nothing of getting on and riding or handling a heavy horse but Thoroughbreds and warm bloods freak me out:smoke:
I don't want to be a party poop but I hope it doesn't catch on. They are simply not bred to race like that. OK as a one off charity event.
I am also not keen on seeing Shires and clydesdales in outlines either knowing what a thick neck my cob has.
By all means do dressage but I would question the west and tear on joints on a horse that has issues due to weight anyway. Meaning draft breeds are more prone to leg related issues.