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The Ride – Race Across the Steppe Ep 5

Click to see VideoThe hotly debated Mongol Derby is the longest & harshest horse race in the world. The race re-creates the vast messenger system of 1000 kilometers created by Genghis Khan.

An Ongoing Series

While most people won’t agree with the treatment of animals in this race, the same thing could easily be said about most modern equestrian sports. This one comes steeped in tradition and is a part of equestrian history. Episode five sees Barry and Joe happy with their horse choices but not so happy about the weather. However they are quickly bearing down on the lead rider and have a good chance of winning.
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Pearl Dilution – Horse Coat Colors

Pearl DilutionI’m working my way through the colors section to give it some new information and updated images. In fact, today’s dilution wasn’t discovered until equine color genetics testing was made possible.

Dilutions

There are an array of dilution genes which affect the two base colors as well as those affected by modifiers and white patterns. Today I want to share a little about the pearl dilution which is incredibly rare and only recently found in a few specific breeds.
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The Ride – Race Across the Steppe Ep 4

Click to see VideoThe hotly contested Mongol Derby is the longest & most imposing horse race in the world. The race re-creates the vast messenger system of 1000 kilometers created by Genghis Khan.

An Ongoing Series

While most people won’t agree with the treatment of animals in this race, the same thing could easily be said about most modern equestrian sports. This one comes steeped in tradition and is a part of equestrian history. Episode four chronicles day four of the race and by this time many riders have fallen out of the race. There are only 15 riders left and a better chance of winning but the horses, hot temperatures and rough terrain are taking there toll on everyone.
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Champagne Dilution – Horse Coat Colors

Champagne HorseI’m working my way through the colors section to give it some new information and updated images. Equine color genetics is no easy business, but it sure is a pretty one!

Dilutions

There are an array of dilution genes which affect the two base colors as well as those affected by modifiers and white patterns. Today I want to share a little about the champagne dilution which is very rare and still rather new to the horse world.
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The Ride – Race Across the Steppe Ep 3

Click to see VideoThe hotly discussed Mongol Derby is the longest & harshest horse race in the world. The race re-creates the vast messenger system of 1000 kilometers created by Genghis Khan.

An Ongoing Series

While no one can agree with the rough treatment of animals in this race, I could easily say the same thing about most modern equestrian sports. This one comes from years of tradition and is a part of equestrian history. Episode three finds Barry and Joe well-rested and only 10 kilometers behind the leaders. It’s all about good horse selection and the guys know it.
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Dun Dilution – Horse Coat Colors

Dun HorseI’m slowly working my way through the colors section to give it a bit of an update. It was time for some new information and images – so I hope everyone likes it.

Dilutions

There is a wide variety of dilution genes which affect the two base colors as well as those affected by modifiers and white patterns. Today I want to share a little about the dun dilution which is incredibly common and often thought to be the toughest due to its obviously ancient origins.
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