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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.
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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.
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 | Dictionary for Carriage Driving
by Hans Krasensky
Complete list of terminology used in carriage driving in German, English, French, Italian, and Spanish. Specific names of all harness parts, carriage parts, and terms commonly used during competition are included. The standardization of technical terms provides a useful tool to communicate within the global sport of carriage driving. HB 223pp.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 | #012-3111 HB | | $40.00 |
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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.
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|  | The Hungarian Driving Style
by Tibor Pettko-Szandtner von Felsodriethoma
The first English edition 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.
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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.
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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.
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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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|  | 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.
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 | FEI World Equestrian Games The Hague 1994 Driving (Video)
with Peter Churchill
Exciting action at the 1994 Four-in-Hand Driving Championships when brave referees were still used on the marathon. Abundant footage of all hazards includes world-class driving by Michael Freund, Ijsbrand Chardon, Felix Brasseur, George Bowman, and Jimmy Fairclough. A good description of all 3 phases is also given. 60 mins. VHS format only.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 | | $49.95 ea. vol. |
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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.
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