Basics of the Rundown:Staying Straight
Ryan Rushing's Reining Masterclass
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5m 46s
Before you can ask your horse to do a sliding stop, you need to ensure that your horse is comfortable going straight when asking for more speed. Ryan Rushing goes over the basics of the rundown so you can improve your stop.
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