Balancing act: Centre-of-mass dynamics explored in racehorses and jockeys
"The results support the idea that hoof-surface interface interventions can significantly affect horse and jockey upper-body displacements."
Source: horsetalk.co.nz
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"The results support the idea that hoof-surface interface interventions can significantly affect horse and jockey upper-body displacements."
A barefoot hoof may be capable of storing more potential energy than its shod counterpart, as the heels are able to expand under load to a greater extent.