Doug Payne is one of the top riders according to many. It is something he has been interested in since he was a little boy competing with his sister and other family members. This means that he has a lot of tips for anyone who wants to get into the equine business; especially those who want to train and ride in races.
Ride Them All
When Doug Payne was a child, growing up with his sister, they had one major difference. She wanted a specific horse to ride and he would ride on any horse that had four legs. It is something that he is still willing to do and he attempts to purchase a new horse each year. He has acquired several horses and each of them are about a year apart in age. This ensures that he will always have a horse that is ready to perform.
The Best Tips of All
When in the racing profession; you will want to pay attention to everything and keep learning all that you can. This means asking others who are in the business for advice to ensure that you never become cocky. They will always have new words of wisdom for you and every rider/owner will have their own tips for success.
You should also pay close attention the things your horse says and does for you. They are instructors. If you are having issues with a horse, the problem may be something that you can help to overcome. Very few horses are just un-ridable.