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Books on Driving Multiples
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Competition Carriage Driving by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh This revised edition traces the history of combined driving and explains each of the three sections in detail. The suitability of various breeds of horses is discussed as well as specifically designed vehicles and equipment currently being used. A table calculating times at various speeds and distances is particularly useful. Also included are sections on organizing an event and hazard design. HB 127pp. #031-C0325 $41.95 |
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Putting-to a Pair by Caroline Douglas and Sophie Adkins A guide to safety and correctly harnessing a pair of horses. Includes tips on selecting a carriage, pair harness, and putting to. PB 32 pp. #031-A0668 $12.95 |
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Driving by Anne Norris and Caroline Douglas A photographic guide of how to drive and how not to drive. Shortening and lengthening of the reins is explained, as well as tips for proper turning. Common rein handling faults are well illustrated. PB 24 pp. #031-D0313 $12.95 |
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The Principles of Driving by the German National Equestrian Federation The official driving instruction manual of the German National Equestrian Federation. Explains the Achenbach system of driving for singles, pairs, 4-in-hands, 6-in-hands, tandems, randems, and unicorns. A discussion of harness, bits, rein handling, care of equipment and carriages accompany the classic system of training horse and driver. HB 128 pp. #031-D0035 $43.95 |
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On the Box Seat by Tom Ryder A comprehensive guide to various types of harness, vehicles, equipment and correct methods of driving. Particularly valuable are comprehensive descriptions of proper appointments. Widely considered to be the standard reference on driving today. Details of turnout and appointments for various types of vehicles are addressed. 180 pp. #012-3047 PB $12.95
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Driving a Tandem by Paul Doliveux The art of driving a tandem is presented in a very readable style. The specific harness needed for both leader and wheeler is explained as is the schooling of the tandem horses. Rein and whip handling is covered extensively. Plenty of color photographs and artwork accompany this informative text. HB 153 pp. #031-D0277 $41.95 |
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The Hungarian Driving
Style by Tibor Pettko-Szandtner von Felsodriethoma The of the definitive manual on the Hungarian style of carriage driving. Differences from the English style include rein handling, style of harness, whip design, and vehicles. In addition to the detailed information on Hungarian driving, this text includes general information that will benefit any driver. HB 313 pp. #031-0200 $15.00 |
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Drive Smartly-Drive
Safely by the Carriage Association of America Discussion of the ten most common causes of accidents and ways of avoiding them, many safety rules, and feeding the pleasure driving horse. A chart giving the correct lengths and heights for poles and splinter bars and a table for shaft lengths and widths is exceptionally valuable. PB 14 pp. Updated 2005. #012-3051
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Carriage Driving
by Heike Bean and Sarah Blanchard A reprint of the classic 1992 edition. Discusses the training of the driving horse from a dressage perspective. Equine mechanics, proper equipment, and ground training are also covered. An entire chapter is devoted to pair driving. PB 272pp. #031-D0566
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Judging Carriage Driving by Sallie Walrond A valuable handbook for judges, competitors, and spectators. A systematic explanation of judging various driving classes, including donkeys, disabled drivers, tandems, randems, coaching and horse driving trials. The judging systems of the USA, Australia, New Zealand, and England are covered. PB 118 pp. #031-J0036 $27.95 |
Videos & DVDs on Driving Multiples
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Carriage Driving at
Royal Windsor (Video) with Gordon Jackson In 1985 a US team was invited, for the first time, to the Royal Windsor Horse Show in England to compete in the Four-in-Hand Driving Grand Prix. Watch Bill Long drive Finn Caspersen’s team in this exciting, yet early, combined driving event. 45 mins. #031-03-5547 $39.95 |
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The Driving Certificate
(Video) (set of 2) by Thomas Vogel Basic training of the driving horse, both single and pair, equipment used, and work in the arena is explained following the training guidelines of the German National Equestrian Federation. In English. TOTAL 100 mins. #031-V0986
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The World Equestrian
Games 2002: Carriage Driving (Video) with Dick Lane Relive the 2002 Four-in-Hand Combined Driving Championships in Jerez, Spain, where Holland won the gold and the USA captured the silver medal. Extensive coverage of the marathon is sandwiched between brief highlights of the other two phases. 90 mins. #031-03-9436
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Double
Up (DVD) by Jane MacInnes An introduction to pair driving by the presenter of the popular video, Between the Shafts. The different equipment used with a pair is discussed along with pair driving techniques and rein handling. Combined driving and commercial work with pairs are both shown. 60 mins. DVD format. #031-V3428
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This is Carriage Driving
(Video) by Dennis Collins and Colin Shepherd Highlights the spectacular spirit of combined driving from its early history to its present day international competitions. Singles, pairs, tandems, and four-in-hands are featured. A wealth of valuable tips on driving obstacles, dressage, and cross country. 60 mins. #031-03-7320 $39.95 |
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FEI World Equestrian
Games Aachen 2006 Driving (DVD) with Emma James Experience the thrills of the 2006 Four-in-Hand Combined Driving Championships in Aachen, Germany. Watch the top 49 drivers from 22 countries compete for the world title. Includes interviews with drivers and commentary from Boyd Exell. 100 min. DVD format. #031-03-9931
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Velstra Driving School
Part I (Video) by Tjeerd Velstra Watch this World Champion Four-in-Hand driver from Holland select a suitable driving horse, train it to drive as a single and deal with everyday problems on the road. In English. 50 mins. #031-V0981
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Velstra Driving School
Part I (DVD) by Tjeerd Velstra Watch this World Champion Four-in-Hand driver from Holland select a suitable driving horse, train it to drive as a single and deal with everyday problems on the road. In English. 50 mins. DVD format. #031-V1061
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Velstra Driving School
Part II (Video) by Tjeerd Velstra Explains four-in-hand training and rein handling, including the "Velstra" Achenbach and 2-handed system. Tandem driving is also covered. In English. 50 mins. #031-V0982
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Velstra
Driving School Part II (DVD) by Tjeerd Velstra Explains four-in-hand training and rein handling, including the "Velstra" Achenbach and 2-handed system. Tandem driving is also covered. In English. 50 mins. DVD format. #031-V1062 $49.95 |
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Competition Driving
Part 3 (Video) with Ewald Meier The latest tape in this well produced series deals with preparation and training of driving horses at the intermediate and advanced levels. Specific dressage training is emphasized as the key to all three phases of combined driving and tips on competition equipment and preparing for the marathon are discussed. In English. 58 mins.
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Competition Driving
Part 3 (DVD) with Ewald Meier The latest tape in this well produced series is now available in DVD and deals with preparation and training of driving horses at the intermediate and advanced levels. Specific dressage training is emphasized as the key to all three phases of combined driving and tips on competition equipment and preparing for the marathon are discussed. In English. 58 mins. DVD format. #031-V1065
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Hitch Up and Drive
(Video) (Part I, Part II, Part III) by Thomas Vogel This 3-part video from Germany gives an in-depth look at all aspects of driving. Part I starts with the training of a young horse. Part II focuses on the driver and the use of the Achenbach system. Part III follows top German drivers through actual driving competitions. In English. TOTAL 2 hrs. 36 mins. #031-V0978
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