Poles for Steering

In this article we’re going to talk about lead changes going down the line and why I use ground poles to help with straightness. Before you begin, it’s important to note that this drill is designed for horses and riders who are already comfortable performing flying lead changes, and can do several lead changes in a row. If you’re not comfortable doing multiple flying lead changes in a row, work up to that skill set before attempting to do this Western riding drill.

To begin, Set