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bit should only be felt as each step is 

 made, and then only sufficiently to 

 bring about the movement. Of course, 

 the horse must be kept perfectly straight 

 by the ready pressure of the rider's 

 heels. The horse should not be per- 

 mitted to come to a halt after back- 

 ing until he has made a few forward 

 steps without a break in action. 



