Three Day Eventing with Kevin McNab

Following the recent Adelaide 3DE, it seems there maybe those riders who aspire to compete at this level, so I thought it would be good to go through what happens at three day events for those who have never been to one!

This is not meant to be a definitive guide, but a brief description of what works for me as I try to swing the balance of fortune in my favour. I have outlined some of the pointers and tips I have picked up (sometimes through bitter experience!) and naturally, not everything I do will suit everyone. Choose what works for you.

Since I have assumed competitors have access to quality trainers and that horse and rider are physically prepared for their first three day, I have not included any training and fitness work in this discussion. This just covers general preparations, travelling to the event, riders' briefing, vet checks, walking the course, riding the dressage, cross country and showjumping and aftercare for your horse once the event has finished.

Quick Links

• Read Kevin's guide to three day eventing in the December/January issue of Local Horse Magazine