The rider in one motion extends the hands forward along the crest of the neck, then the rider proceeds a few strides, riding without any contact. The purpose of this is to demonstrate that the horse will maintain his self carriage, balance, tempo and pace without the assistance of contact from the rider. This term refers to the steps a horse takes as in they are or are not even. The height of the step varies or the amount of weight from one side to the other varies. Meaning to be higher in the forehand in relation to the height of the croup.
Weight bearing is to the rear.
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