KILL YOUR SPEED NOT MY HORSE
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Sorry the slight rant came first, I just feel that it's an important factor that needs to be considered. You story is heart-wrenching, no one should have to go through that. Ever since coming across this campaign, I never ride out without a fluorescent tabard- the extra seconds could make all of the difference. Luckily my pony is extremely sensible, so I can only hope that drivers will slow down and give him enough space. Generally, most drivers in my area are very considerate, however, there are the odd few who will come tearing around a blind bend only to be faced with a horse! The worst thing I saw was a driver who beeped just before a bend, as if to say, 'I'm coming, get out of the way'. They then came tearing around the corner. Any horse or ever pedestrian would have stood little chance.
I have to say both as a rider and a driver, I think there is a big problem with common courtesy! I was driving to see my horse (ironically!) this morning, when I came across three young riders (wearing no fluorescent gear) riding three abreast. I slowed down and waited for them to move over, however they completely ignored me for about a minute. They finally decided to move over to single file, and the road widened out so I decided it was safe to pass them. I was surprised when they decided to begin to trot and as I passed, the lead horse spooked so I slowed right down to give the rider a chance to calm her horse. At this point, she turned around to glare at me! No thank you, and the other two riders just compltely ignored me. I was appauled.
Of course, as a rider, I will continue to treat horses with the upmost care and respect. However, I can totally see why drivers get cross with them if this is the was they are treated. Riders need to realise that they represent not only themselves, but all other riders. Their ignorance and arrogance could have severe indirect consequences for the next rider! Remember that manners cost nothing. I don't expect a big wave or anything that means taking your hands off the reins, just a nod or smile will suffice!
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Wendy Case, Eastern Oregon, USA. Keep up the good work! We are trying to make people over here understand the problems through Holly's demise. We'll be in touch again soon for more stickers and other merchandise. The roads are horrible to ride on over here too, and I live in a very rural area!
so sorry to hear your sad story about holly, well done for trying to turn it round into something positive. i've got your kill your speed sign in my car and will be getting t-shirts for summer. people i talk to have heard of your campaign so the news is getting about. well done.
x
Thanx for helping spread the campaign even further max much apreciated
KILL YOUR SPEED NOT MY HORSE!!!!
My site is www.shilohlover.webs.com if y'all would like to check it out.
- Julie
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Max from MaxsWebpage.webs.com
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kyspd/tracy says...
yay we have a forum !!!!any ideas for making hacking on uk roads is morethan welcome ! my aim is to gain enuf evedence of horseriders struggling to ride without having to use dangerous roads !!! thanx guys RIP HOLLY XXXXXXXXXX
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im still trying to get over the loss of my 2 horses that got killed by a car in november.
i will be buying some of your stuff and help promote this great campaign.
My horse was also involved in a traffic accident, he had deep wounds to his hind quatres and he now has some bad scarring. Fortunatley, i wasnt riding him at the time, it was a year or so before i got him. After the accident, the owner was afraid to ride and he ended up being left in the field to get fat. When i got him, he became a totally different horse. He was a slim jim and ive never won so many rosettes!!
Im always careful when i ride on the roads now...keep up the work!!!
I think your idea about "kill your speed and not my horse" is a great idea and im also going to support your campain.
keep up the amazing work
x
People do need to take a step back and think when they get behind a wheel of a car, because they will never know what is just around the corner. I will be purchasing many items from you in the near future, good luck with everything you do. I work as an instructor at a riding school so if you want to send me information i can post up on the board please get in touch with me at my e-mail address.
www.horsesupportsaddlery.co.uk and www.horsesupport.co.uk
All the best
Steve
I would love to help you out more by designing you a personal website entirely free! (Unfortunately I can only design the page and not give you a domain name!).
I have been riding for 12 years, and have luckily never been involved in an accident on the road, but my heart goes out to you and I hope Holly sleeps well.
If you are interested in my offer, please email me =)
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