You will have lots of fun Cindy! 90% of the time CTR/endurance riders are the most easy going, helpful and FUN people you will ever meet.
Definitely be prepared for wacky colours-most the riders I know all use bright coloured biothane. I huge majority of the riders use wacky coloured saddle pads, boots etc..

I knew one person who used tye dye EVERYTHING. She is my idol, I am investing in tye dye polos and a saddle pad. lol!

Lots of them rode in leather saddles too. Most preferd synthetic though because they are much easier to look after and usually more comfy. Honestly, my $200 Kincade synthetic all purpose is the most comfortable saddle I have ever ridden in.


THE FUGLY SONG

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-_kA9Yiz6c
(My 'S' doesn't always work. I promise I'm not referring to anyone as a hore. Unless I make it clear that that is my intent.)


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