THE LENGTH OF THE REINS 



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In this position our friend has ceased to ride, 

 he is merely " a passenger," and the horse can do 

 exactly what he chooses, until he has gathered 



Sketch No. 7 



But if he does this, then there are only two courses open 

 to you. You must throw your body forward so as to maintain 

 your balance, which will necessitate separating your hands so 

 as to keep up the pressure on the reins, which you dare not relax ; 



up his reins and assumed a correct position once 

 more. 



If he doesn't adopt this method, there is only 

 one other result, which is shown in the next draw- 

 ing. He is " left behind." His body is thrown 



