Setting Up Your Trail Walkover Poles
The Ultimate All-Around Trail Masterclass
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3m 4s
Will and Elizabeth Knabenshue go over the basics of trail and how to properly set up your trail walkover poles so you can teach your horse how to go over obstacles at home.
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Style Going Over Walkover Poles
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