Trail Gate

Get responsiveness from your horse when you're working with a gate.

If you show in the trail class, you’re probably quite familiar with the rope gate obstacle. It’s easy for show management to transport and set up, and it’s forgiving when it comes to working the obstacle. But now we’re seeing the metal trail gate return to the show pen, which adds another item to prepare to face in a class.

Learn to open and close a trail gate without dismounting for safety, efficiency, and control.

Working a rope gate for the trail class requires style and finesse. Here are pointers for earning high marks.