Xmas Eve Special - Trail Riding over some Big Hedges on My Irish Draught | Equestrian
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- Опубліковано 24 гру 2022
- In his second season of trail hunting, Tonic really out-did himself by tackling some of the best hedges in the country. Thank you to all the land owners and hunt staff, Merry Christmas!
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That looked incredibly dangerous at times especially when everyone was competing with each other at the start. Good video though and Tonic is a great horse.
So obsessed with that lovely Dun in front😍
Me too
me too!
It's not always like this, Xmas eve is always a bonkers day with loads of visitors. I'm on the horse standing by many of the jumps, videoing everyone on my phone. We don't need to be part of the carnage anymore - been there done it. Now my horse is older we're happy to watch and pop round a few when everyone else is out of the way.
That seems very wise! I was wondering who the fantastic rider and horse in front where?
so agree x
That would be me, too, if I was still jumping and going on hunts. Stay back and wait for the carnage to pass then pop over. Here where I am in the states they would just do drag hunts where I used to ride. So they could control where everyone went and didn’t destroy farm fields. I’m smack in the corn belt. I quit jumping a long time ago. My balance got more precarious as I got through my teenage years when my chest started blooming, now I’m cursed with massive top heavy, so my balance center is way high. And the ground seemed to get just a wee bit harder every year too. Now I just like to sedately ride western. More saddle to hold on to. 😂
@@tracywilson1356 I have a quick question, and I would really appreciate an answer because there is nobody else I can ask. I am aware that western saddles are very comfortable, but they also seem quite heavy. If I was to get a western saddle, instead of any other saddle, would it's weight make it hard for the horse to go on longer trips out in the terrain, or would the horse be as comfortable as me? (just to clarify, I sat in a western saddle ONE TIME throught my whole life, and that was when I was 5 years old so I cannot really tell how much that saddle could have weight). I would really appreciate an answer.
@@imjusttired9524 western saddle usually weighs in around 30 to 50 pounds. As long as the western saddle is fitted correctly, it isn’t going to cause any hardship to your horse. And there’s more saddle to hold on to for you. More seat. However. There are various types of seats on a western saddle. There’s roping saddles, barrel racing saddles, western pleasure show saddles, trail riding saddles, Arabian western saddles. My saddle is actually a western pleasure show saddle, so it’s not a deep seat necessarily, more of a shallow seat. You’ll just have to try out various styles and see what type of seat is comfortable for you, make sure the saddle tree and bars fit the horse correctly and comfortably, then fit the seat to you around the horse. Always with the horse’s comfort first. You could also try a western style Aussie saddle. They’re a little more like a dressage saddle in my opinion, in their style and cut, but they have a saddle horn and a little more saddle to them then an English, or hornless Aussie saddle. And they’re lighter than a true western saddle when you have to heave it up on a horse that’s taller than you. I’ve never actually ridden in an Aussie saddle, but I’d like to try one out someday. I’m just so used to heaving my western saddle up on my horse that it doesn’t really phase me about the weight. Mine weighs in about 40 pounds.
This looks terrifying, but I love going along with you. Thanks for taking us with you!
You’re more than welcome - thank you for watching !
Oi! Less of the negativity on the cob! Mine always bought me home while many fancy mounts left their riders in the mud!😳😂🐎
Having now watched to the end…….that was mad. What brilliant fun…….but mad😳😱😳😂👍🏻
What a free for all! Tonic is a trooper! Very handsome horses.
Incredible lucky with him - thank you for watching!
Tonic is such a courageous gutsy horse that just takes everything in his stride. It’s heart warming to see professional jockeys just having fun on the hunt too.
*Somonefalls off*
"oh well"
got me crying laughing
The panic at 20.44 haha Must have been so cool riding alongside Laura Collett etc Looks like so much fun!
Laura Colette was out with you, that was the gold medalist. She is my favourite equestrian.
Bonkers, a cross between the grand national and a cavalry charge! What a Good horse Tonic is. Looked after you so well
Tremendous ride! Keeping it together during challenging approach (12:58) and then riding off a challenger over jump (18:10). Polo skills coming in handy on the hunting field. Fantastic!
Didn't look like your usual well mannered class of people. But each to their own. I'm glad you had a good ride. Merry Christmas. Am happy Tonic came away unscathed. How? I do not know. But thank God he did. 😎😎
jockeys are always a bit bargy on hacks ..in my experience..they don't mean it but they think nothing of it to bump into you ...which all of us dont always appreciate.
@@silverkitty2503 are they regular racing jockeys or different kind- ie jumping..
Tonic is fab, typical Irish Draught, solid and trustworthy, they would give their heart for you. Best breed in the world
😂 can tell it’s a jockey telling you he needs a piss
lovely to see some Gloucestershire country side being enjoyed. Tonic is an absolute star
Glos, Worc and Hfd the best
I really appreciate the relationship that you have with Tonic because I can tell that he enjoys what he does, his ears are mostly up and he is having a good time. I have had several horses
during my life time, and one of them I had for over thirty years and I did jump her some, but again it is refreshing to see good horsemanship.
Fun to watch. Especially when your stuck in bed with flu. Can't beat an Irish draught to be on 🙂
2:49 the horse beside you I loved his/her hair😂
You and all the other riders are so brave, possibly a little crazy, but what a rush that must be. Thanks for taking us along with you.
Wow! That's was like watching an action movie!! Whi was going where, what big jumps! Who waa going to make it over all in one pice! Great video!! With all the hoops and hollering sounds like everyone had a good time!! Thank you! Love Tonic!
That little cob is giving everyone a run ❤
there is always someone who wants to do EVERYTHING on a cob..they usually aswell!
You rode so well! I’d be terrified😅
Great video to watch Monty, please keep them coming.
Looked a bit hectic at times but I guess that’s hunting nowadays for you. You seem to have good hunting etiquette tho (even if some others don’t) ..and Tonic is proving to be an up and coming legend, such a star mentality, he really does try to never put a foot wrong. I hope you gave him extra treats and carrots! 🥕
I wish you both health and happiness to ride together!
Hope you had a nice Christmas🎄, and have a Happy New Year 😊
Best wishes from Northern Ireland
You haven't lived until you've foxhunted
We're called crazy, but it's our life. You & your horse galloping and jumping obstacles. At times your hearts in your stomach, but gadsden it's fun.
Dangerous. Yes. But our horses are trained professionals, as most of the riders. Really few injuries. Just 4-5 hrs of pure heaven.
I like how you pick your lines, and really are aware of the riders around you! Looked like absolute carnage to start with 🤣
I love tonics right ear flopping about 😂😂
Wow what a turn out. Super country. What a super little horse Tonic is.
He's anything but little , Irish Draught are 16+ hands and are usually bigger!!!
@@kitten6062 I am fully aware of Irish Draught. It’s a turn of phrase !!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you, Monty! Merry Christmas!! So. Much. Fun!!!
What a cracking Horse.
So steady!
Gorgeous horse. My mom always loved the gray dapples. Merry Christmas!
Tonic is the bomb! Loved your video. Merry Christmas & HNY🎉
Insane courage you have! You and Tonic have such an incredible bond ❤
Outstanding! What an incredible experience. Thank you for sharing w/ those of us too old to cross country.
HAPPY NEW YEAR.
Great stuff....I look forward to the next vlog !!
Great mount, hunted here in the States, nothing compared to your country. I was watching his ears, he enjoys what he is doing.
Yes my hunter loved the hunt. Also in the states. Belonged to q registered hunt
He was a dream, always made me proud. A real professional. Smart as a whip.
These videos are always so fun to binge watch daily you are such a nice rider with a very nice horse
This is sooooo cool!!!!!!!! I can't believe I've never seen this before!!! Thank you for filming and sharing!!!!🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎
Great video, thanks for taking us all along with you. Tonic is a real trooper! I hope you had a fantastic Christmas.
I had so much fun going on that ride with you! My gelding is an old man now, but would have loved something like this in his prime. 🐴💙
Great fun! Haven’t done this for years! Thanks for the ride!
So good to see you and Tonic back out having fun! This crowd looked a little crazy. Happy Holidays!!
I’m an small time Equestrian from America, and it’s really special watching all of you jumping and having fun. 😊
looked like a fun time. I found the galloping downhill and jumping so near behind each other looks dangerous. very beautiful scenery and horses and riders all done up! nice to watch!
Thank you for sharing these videos. I'm watching you from San Angelo Texas.
My brother. Excellent. Bravo. Great sport tonic is.
Wohoooo! What a fun ride it seemed to be!
that is one amazing horse great coverage
woooooooo what a day out. That horse is an utter super star. Seriously he can take them at the gallop or jump a wall from a standstill. I was way more back of the field and keep out of trouble but know the thrill of the mad dash toward a big hedge. Wonderful.
Great video..looked very scary! Loved your little chats with Sammy T.D!! Looked like everyone had an amazing day! x
Wow, impressive, what guts you all have ! But oh boy I loved watching even though I'd never do myself. ❤
Such a brilliant video! Definitely the best one I've seen of these! Happy Christmas and best wishes for the New Year! 🎉 🎊 🎄 🎅 🎁
G’day Monty & Co ;-) Thanks so much for taking us all on a super adventure with you your fabulous gutsy horses especially Tonic & your daredevil mates, lots of adrenaline action, dodgems, danger, with a few muck ups & absolute nuffies too!
How’s your leg mate?
Look forward to the next adventure TA
With many source blessings with truth clarity love light laughter happiness joy fun play creativity adventures abundance wisdom and may peace be with you all! Victoria Australia 🇦🇺 xox
Epic footage. Go Tonic 🇮🇪🍀💚
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🏇💖
love it merry Christmas
That was so fun! Wish i was there.
I’m watching the videos again. It’s such a nasty day so it’s entertaining. Monte, you’re a fine horseman, a pleasure to see how you and Tonic have gelled. It is a bit funny how you two tower over some of the others. Great duo.
I have a thousand questions 🤔Thanks for the posts.
Fantastic thanks for sharing
Woooohoooo so much fun!! xxxx
Lots of happy memories. I didn't start hunting until I was 60 and we never had such a huge field. I was always a non.jumper until the day I rode my husband's horse. As I wen to veer to the left, Tom took hold as if to say"You're not going to make me look a fool" and flew it!
Doesn't feel like before the Ban but great video . Thank you
Probably my favourite hunting video ever, wish I was out riding with you all!🏇🏼🤩
Got to love a chaotic day out hunting 😂😂
Looks like fun can’t wait to go this year!
First time watching and really enjoyed it. I'm from the western USA, and there were times all of you reminded me of cowboys whooping it up, especially when I heard an actual yee-ha. Your horse is a real champ. I wish I could ride one of my boys (stallions) like that, but us old folks with bad knees don't bounce back up like we used to. Looking forward to future videos.
Crazy you are all legends wow well lived
Thank you very much for taking us with you and sharing really breath taking moments in the saddle !! Compared to your hunts our hunts in Germany are a small piece of your cake 😂 - all the best for the new year 🎊 🎉👍🏻👍🏻🥳
Thank god they are. Less injured horses/casualties. This was just pure luck in lots of cases. I think it’s way beyond stupid to endanger animals (and people) with such reckless riding.
Some of the looks incredibly scary. I would not trust the other riders enough to do this. Thank you for videoing this and bringing us along! It was super fun to watch this bc I don’t live anywhere that this is done so it’s really interesting. Lovely riding as well🥰
Wow that's a lot of horses! (Or it seems like it to a non-rider like me), but I guess it's all part of the experience for you guys! :) Your horse seemed to do pretty well - I enjoyed how his ears stayed "busy" all the time.
Most of these horses (in the states) are thoroughbreds, or half breds. They're not for novice riders.
The name of my horse was Dollar. I watched until the end, great vlog and journey. Thank you 😊
Loving your channel 👋🏻🗽🌴your a great rider and you have an amazing horse.
Looks like a fun day hunting
This was wonderful to watch. Thank You for doing this. I remember very young over 50 years ago we had hunts in Ambler PA USA. , but where were the dogs ? and we had a drag leader with a fox skin. This brought back memories.
That one guy going "Ahh I need a piss lads so bad" cracked me right up 😭
All the lads at the front with the Yee had and Yee and sequels make me so happy love it 😂😂
love ur content so much, wish we had meets like this more commonly in America
Thats absulutly insane, but well done! You all have very brave Horses. We would die at the way 😅
Ah yes I saw Laura Collet and Sam Twiston-Davis went out on Xmas Eve, got some bloody good riders out! Looked like a good day!
I don't know about anyone else, but I would have been absolutely furious if a hunt went through a field with my horses in it. I just hope the owner of those horses/land had given permission.
All permitted and it is imperative that good will and permission from the landowners is given. I know this land very well and can assure you, permission will have granted
The hunt contact the landowners in advance for permission to cross their land. Given the size of the field with the horses in it the landowner probably felt there was enough room for it not to be a problem.
What a fun ride! Give tonic a horse treat for me!🏇🥕🍎🍏
at 6.03 how casual is this guy?! I want to be this level of cool whilst jumping lol
I need a glass of gin in hand to go with Tonic on this ride! What a great horse and what horsemanship skills! The speed on this ride! I had to laugh closer to end I think some of the jolly mates at end had some liquid courage beforehand! 😂😂😂❤. Tonic you are priceless!
On the hunt. Gentlemen carry brandy in their flasks. A little pick up. Even for the horse.
You are all completely nuts,that looks terrifying but I love it. The swearing and blasphemy can be forgiven on this occasion. I want to hunt my mare but if it turned out like this I think I’d have to turn back and deal with her temper tantrum. I need a glass of port to relax now!
Wow what an incredible view you have! Your so high up. Omg this is my dream to be doing this but sadly I’ll probably never get to.
You're fearless and the person in the red Xmas hat has a great seat. I wish my two point position was as good as his or hers.
Practice it. It should come. Have a professional help you.
Tonic is such a good horse!! Wow! Nicely ridden. Things were rather hairy for the first half of the video.
Tonic is exceptional!
12:24 some bloomin' genuine horses to still jump that giant tiger trap when the one in front ducks out to refuse!
I luv the yeehaw.😂😂 cowboys having great fun.😂👋🏻🗽…. Confident rider makes a concert in horse
Great ride, great horse. Some really aggressive riders.
Tonic is absolutely focused on what other horses are coming in. He has a very expressive face and his intelligence just glows. My Lord, the horses are so keen when you stop. They just eat up the runs and seeing one another. As you were bashing and crashing with other horses and riders all I could think was how in the world did women do it all side saddle!!
They were tough as nails and were more solid in the tack than anyone, for sure! I still see some on occasion in the USA at hunt meets.
@@lj4203 Just so! Glad to know they exist "somewhere out there".
Yes! Jumping too!
14:20 is absolutely the best part! 😲
That must be so scary and fun!
Nice one Monty
This literally looks like so much fun. I would kill to go on a real hunt in Europe, not some of the stuff the states do. Damn it seems so awesomeeeee I’m so jealous 😂
Hey - that was exciting to watch. Please upload a little map - of the area...and the course. Would make it all click into place. Bet you were soar the next day. Cheers from USA
Looks great fun, if you can afford it 👍🏻
Far too fast paced for me 🤣🤦🏽♀️ I did hound exercise once with the cheshires and that was wild enough 🤣 good boy tonic. Love how you talk to him
Playing bumper cars on that one fence...great hunt
WOW the man looking handsome and his horse too😝
He#s so sensible how he gets you both out of trouble.