What is skijoring?
Skijoring or skiing is a winter sport that comes from Scandinavia, where it has been practiced for centuries. This includes towing a skier for horses or dogs. In addition to being a quick way to do it, it is also a competing winter sport in some parts of the United States, especially in the northwest and the Midwest. Especially when performing with horses, skijoring is sometimes classified as an extreme sport due to high speed and potential danger. It is also a lot of fun when done safely.
Horse skijoring usually includes two people and one horse. One person rides a horse while the skier is towed. The rider determines the pace and route while the skier is trying to hold. Some competitions for horse ski competitions integrate in addition to conventional jumps in addition to maneuvers with extreme skiing. Used horses tend to be extremely agile and fast and breeds, such as an American quarter, are preferred for SP.
Skijoring with horses requires a well -coordinated team with lots of kOmunikace between horse, rider and skier. Many professional competitions have a comprehensive obstacle track that the trio must successfully navigate. Points are awarded for skill, with some competitions including small plastic rings, which must also be collected for points. The rider and skier should wear helmets in case of collisions or accidents.
When it is done with dogs, it is possible to skijoring with one skier and one dog or a team of dogs. The dog must weigh at least £ 35 (15 kilograms), or be combined with another dog for pulling force. In doing so, the dog is usually considered a helper than a primary source of energy. Recreational skiing with dogs is very popular in the Midwest, while some skiers use in winter as a primary way of transport.
This sport requires minimal Equipment: Participants of human and animals together with a strap that is connected to the harnesses wearing human and animal. StrapIt is usually at least 12 feet in length (four meters), with quick release in an emergency. Some snow courses can limit access to animals and enthusiasts are invited to check before us to be sure that they are welcome on the slopes. Teods, which are interested in this sport, can connect with several national and international organizations that promote education and actions of shartping. Lessons are recommended because sport can be dangerous for those who are not properly educated.