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Old 09-13-2006, 11:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Downthestretch55
I know that there are quite a few here that love to see how a good horse runs. To me, a lot of the story is in the strides.
I look for balance, agility, length and quickness. I also like to see a "quiet head" that works together with the rest of the movement...not bouncing up and down, kind of even, maybe a little low. No wasted action.
Of the current runners, Deep Impact has as close to a perfect stride as I've seen. Bernardini also has a beautiful way of going.
Do any other posters see current runners that have a nice stride?
Your input is appreciated.
DTS
along with a quiet head I want a quiet hind end--you know when they go down the backside and you can't see the legs....I want a nearly level top line without wasted up and down action in the hips...
I am biased but I love Henny Hughes' stride...efficient and effective.
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