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Riding Fundamentals: The Art of Balancing Your Hands and Feet

Brad Barkemeyer's Reined Cow Horse Foundation Masterclass • 6m 0s

You can't gain speed control or direction control if you don't use your hands and legs properly. Learn how Brad Barkemeyer likes to ensure his horse can travel correctly using his hands and feet.

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