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STEEPLECHASING. 



moderate his pace somewhat when going at high fences. Of 

 course he should go fast at water, so as to be able to clear 

 it with ease ; but he should be most careful to ride the horse 



Fig. 256. View of isth fence, from landing side. 



up to his bridle, and get his hind quarters well under him 

 by the pressure of the legs, and if need be, by a touch of 



Fig. 257. Usual open ditch with guard rail 



the spurs, so that the animal may not overjump himself, 

 and may get away again in his stride. Of the two faults 



