How much weight do you think this little one can carry?

[naughty_noo_noo]

I love looking through these threads, so thought id put up one of my own about my pony. Just out of interest how much weight do you think he could carry easily?

Twiglet is 5 years old and standing at 13.1hh tall

thanxs

[Purple Hugs]

He's a lovely looking fella, are the pictures recent? Just asking as if the last one is right then he may need a little more weight, he looks a little ribby (hope you don't mind my saying).
I have ridden cobs in the past and they are great armchairs and very strong! :)

Am not great at weight carrying advice though so won't guestimate, it will be over the general rule of thumb of a stone a hand I would guess though. :)

[Wally]

When fit, he'd be up to a good 12 stone of good rider.

[naughty_noo_noo]

Those pic's where took back in the spring when i first got him, he was very weedy looking when i first got him, but he has filled out almost double the size :D i will get more pic's tomorrow so you can see how much he has changed,

Thenxs for the adive Wally, i thought it would probably be about that weight but wasn't totally sure :D

[happy haffys]

I know nothing about height to weight ratio, but i did read in a recent horse magazine that the maximum weight should be no more than 20% of the horses body weight. Luckily when i'd remembered my maths from a long, i realised i was ok for Etta :confused:

[Purple Hugs]

Well if he's wider, and fitter, then i can't see it being a problem the 12 stone. I know 14hh cobs that have carried about 14-15 stone... :) But if in doubt, don't go near the limit.

[naughty_noo_noo]

I took these pic's today, Can you see the difference??? He has put on loads of weight since the beginning of the year! I used to ride him in a medium width saddle, he is now creeping into me friends wide width one LOL

And i know, he needs a bath he's bogging :p

[happy haffys]

he's gorgeous tho! :D

[FelineWolf]

Oh he's adorable, got the sweetest eyes!
...ok, I have nothing useful to say except to dote on your luvverly pony! :p :D

[Wally]

He looks a sturdy little fellow, I'd not worry about 12 stone of balanced rider on him.

[shandy84]

ditto above mine is a similar build and happily carries 12stone

[naughty_noo_noo]

Aww thank you everybody for the lovely comments! :D He is pretty sturdy and filling out nicely! Can't wait till he's a bit fitter, would love to do some jumping or cross country on him! That would be fun :) :)

[Smartie Pants2]

I ride my daughters pony sometimes, it doesn't seem to mind my weight except the saddle is a bit small, as my bottom seems to not want to fit. A pony will let you know if your to heavy. I'm sure you'll be fine.

[Purple Hugs]

def can see a diff! well done you! :)
He'll do you proud in the end and be a proper stocky boy then and carry loads more! :)

[Kittycat]

Nothing useful to say except he is lovely!:)

[naughty_noo_noo]

Aww thank-you kittycat :D xxx

Here's a wee pic of me riding him the other day - this was the day he galloped off with me up a hill and we bet my friend on her highland pony! So i think he can carry me easily heehee :D and he was still up for more !!!

But im still a wee bit worried that i look huge on him :o

[Maddison's girl]

Aww thank-you kittycat :D xxx

Here's a wee pic of me riding him the other day - this was the day he galloped off with me up a hill and we bet my friend on her highland pony! So i think he can carry me easily heehee :D and he was still up for more !!!

But im still a wee bit worried that i look huge on him :o

ahhh certainly dont look huge on him!!! :D

[JustJas]

Wow- you really can see the difference.
He looks so much better now.

Just seen the pic- you look great together!

[Purple Hugs]

you don't look huge at all!! you look smashing!

[naughty_noo_noo]

Aww thank-you everyone for the friendly comments :D :D

Ive got another wee pic of me on twiggy from todays hack :)

It was cold and we got all wrapped up ! :D

[Purple Hugs]

:) great pic! :)
took our section A for a walk / trot today (i was on lead rein) lol. I was in a t-shirt and he was sweating after 30 mins (not a lot but just gently)! must've been a lot colder with you. :eek:

[Hollie&Puzzle]

I love his mane!

[Stencilbum]

Nice pony :)

Keep an eye on his weight thought as its a lot easier for cob types to put it on that lose it (as we find with our native Jessie), She has been on a diet since last christmas which means a lot of work due to limiting her turnout.

[tina1958]

I have a similar worry to you. My pony is 14.1 about the same build as yours. After reading these messages I don't think I'm gonna worry about my weight anymore. Tomorrow I'm going out for a ride! I have recently gone from 10st to 12stone thats 14 stone she has to carry with her saddle on but she shows no sign of having to make any effort and is forward going.

Looking at your recent photo you look fine to me. I don't think you've anything to worry about.

What a pukka pony!