Helmet Cam: Sharp Decision (CCI 2* Long | 2020 Tryon Int'l Three Day Event)

[@dieflo1908]

What an incredible landscape. Despite a small mistake, it was a very harmonious and beautiful lap. It was definitely a challenge with the shadows and the sun that shone against you 👍

[@thehastings5849]

Elisa, he’s jumping so well! You can tell how the whole shape of his jump has evolved and improved, and he’s holding his lines great!

[@justjaguar2314]

If it makes you feel any better, I would've been totally confused the whole course probably! Seriously, how can you memorize THIS MANY jumps??? It's quite incredible, I'd say. As well as Sherps! Such a good dude, and of course the rider matters just as much as the horse❤

[@equestrianalex464]

Am I right????? Like I would forget that course in a second.

[@gismo-]

ikr i would get lost in a forest even if there was no forest i promise shhs

[@titeyo26]

i would not be so hard on myself either! sometimes it looks like they make it confusing on purpose lol

[@applesauce9473]

@@gismo- BAHAHAHAHAHAHAH IM DEAD

[@laurapeters6647]

Yes it is hard to memorize a cross country course but as riders we can walk the course as many times as we need to

[@daisywei3741]

All those jumps confuse me. I don't know how you managed to memorize that course. It's very impressive.

[@experiment626eventing]

I think she walks the course that's what i do

[@user8241]

@@experiment626eventing I think walking the course is mandatory because with cross country there's all types of ditches and things you need to be aware of. It's important you know your surroundings and what your jumping.

[@gabriellafrediani9130]

Yes, I wouldn’t remember 7 of them 😂

[@c_and_l]

You know he did well when we only hear one sharp voiced "SHARPIE" the entire course. Sharpie doesn't know anything bad happened, he just knows he did so good!

[@kdris12hihi]

I was thinking the same thing! He was like, "I got to do the fast horsey things, Mom - that's all I care about!"

[@magicalhealerclairvoyant521]

Ugh! As a runner myself, nothing is worse than stopping, starting and off again. The course was intense and well done with Sharpie staying with the program. You too!

[@HawkinaBox]

Agreed

[@wolfco47]

I can't imagine doing that. The lighting changes with the shadows. It was so hard to see to judge. I'm sure it was somewhat different on-site, but I think you did a wonderful job despite the slight waver at the end!

[@gg3596]

WOW what a challenging course! Loved the shadow cast by light...so cool. Sharpie was on his game!🏇

[@emma-eventing]

i always wondered what it would be like to ride on a golf course and.... yea, this kinda sums it up --- lots of crazy u-turns and bridges! such a bummer about the turn to finish but damn, what a horse --- the way he cruised right through that water!!

[@shadrackzulu6138]

That ride into the morning sun had to be brutal. Don't be too hard on yourself, that little white boarder that differentiated the CCI 2*L from the Nat. Prelim. markers had me confused at the 5ABC combo. I say better to take time to be sure than get a DQ for missing a jump. Thanks for taking us along! You have the best helmet cams of anyone (so steady).

[@3Sanibel33]

Great ride, beautiful course. I can see how you might be frustrated at yourself but those courses are looong! Cheers!❣️🍀

[@randomvielleuse527]

I loved this whole ride so much! The beauty of the scenery, that golden light, the clear shadows, Sharpie's wonderful, rhythmic foot falls, how you praise him and take responsibility for your mistakes, and then praise him again, and how when you're done he's not sweaty or hyped up and just walks calm as calm back to his stall... So inspirational. Thank you!

[@mauraswenson8892]

Wow, what a beautiful course! Riding into the sun must have been sorta tough. Good job! 🇺🇸 Can't wait for Munson's ride!

[@allisonhart5085]

This is one of if not THE best round Sharpie has ever jumped (at least what you've shown us on the Helmet cam). He was AMAZING. He's got a nice arc over the jumps now and is starting to really get it instead of charging in flat. Good boy Sharpie!!! And honestly I can't believe you could see half the jumps with that sun. Despite the mistake, it was an excellent trail blazing ride for first out! Congrats.

[@Clevermoreunicorn]

He’s so steady throughout all of that! That was a really long course! Such a good boy ❤️

[@HawkinaBox]

I love when riders talk to their horses. It's so special.

[@Ihaveadog230]

Pygmy Puff Yes, me too! The horse may not be able to understand exactly what we’re saying, but I’m sure they know by our tone of voice, and when they do something good, kinda like a dog, over time they will come to know that ‘Good lad’ or ‘Good girl’ are words we use when we’re very happy with them! (Along with the pats, haha)

[@ivorythebashful]

This is so calming! Only the sounds, hooves against the earth, Sharp’s breathing and your voice. Well done!

[@Lisanisky]

I had watched this live with your Dads commentary and have waited for this all week. Sharpie is just getting better and better. He is so much in your hands now. No leaning and doing heart stopping stand offs. Great way to finish the year. Looking forward to following you guys in 202🇮🇪🇮🇪

[@suzanneyoung8011]

Good job Elisa and Sharpie even with the longer route to the finish. Sharpie looked like he could easily go another round. Nice to see his owner, Susan, there. I could tell who she was from your conversation.

[@cherylcampbell7495]

I find myself holding my breath. Long beautiful coarse. Good boy Sharpie.

[@MissJools11]

^course!!

[@zlm9922]

@@MissJools11 ok not imp

[@Shroofles]

13:26 I couldn’t stop looking at the black horse in the background-

[@IvyRidgeFarm]

I absolutely LOVE how you gave your horse gratitude. You are such a nice rider 🙌🏻

[@leonslionessnz6948]

This horse has such a ground covering stride he doesn't mind wet ground he would gallop through anything this horse. I am glad he got over his confusion regarding the chevrons. He is my favourite out of all your thoroughbreds apart from Johnny of course!

[@ssoscar1665]

I love head cams!! 💕

[@lodestar2609]

14:43 elisa and her buddies; talking about how he did well. The course etc. The horse in the background; hehe cross ties to clank *clkancaklcnlkalncalcn*

[@mariannedesmacareux258]

We can tell he loves what he's doing, and it is so wonderful to watch. Thank you for sharing!

[@Anielcaa]

Incredible venue! But to someone used to very flat ground in the Netherlands, that terrain looks ridiculously difficult to ride! Sharpie really smashed it out there.

[@eunicakapp9281]

Aaaah I love this horse! He's such a good boy. Those ears pricked and listening to you the whole way.

[@sg-truthseeker]

Sharpie is really coming along in leaps and bounds( literally)! I looked at that course and it is tricky and alot to keep track of. Your a great steward of your horses and it shows. Great job 👍

[@liekevertegaal5600]

Sharpie was awesome! Also, the area there is gorgeous!

[@ShadowKaiserin]

Knowing you don't like heights and bridges makes hearing you say "scary bridge" every time you go over them sound like you're trying to reassure yourself as well as the horse.

[@JuliaN-fi9zw]

Finally decided on an xc horse!!! He’s a chestnut so I’ve just been watching all of your chestnut videos to live vicariously through you 😭😭

[@Schutzhundfun]

What a fascinating course! I can't even imagine what kind of question that bee fence would present. Good boy Sharpie!

[@lucybecker8985]

Great ride and beautiful horse. Great job Sharpie!

[@torhockers1482]

Love your vids. It looks like you’ve taken a cheeky ride over a beautiful golf course. The sun is so low!!!!!!!!! Wonderful ride around the course. He’s eating up the fences, he looks like he’s having so much fun.☺️ you have both made that course look so effortless.💪🏼 good boy Sharpie.😍

[@debrabiderman4275]

Sharpie was marvelous. He is a wonderful horse and a pleasure to watch. Oops you goofed but honestly Elisa those jumps were willy nilly everywhere. I am surprised you dont get turned around on every ride .

[@my_appaloosa_dotty1216]

This is such a pretty venue 🤩😍🌄🌅

[@alexboies1227]

It was all amazing. Don’t quite understand what happened at end. I loved the course, the bridges, the views and vistas. Sharpie was incredible and you were too!

[@WallaceEventing]

I had mistaken a jump for one of mine even though the flag for it had been taken down. Total brain fart!

[@alexboies1227]

@@WallaceEventing brain farts happen, doubt you’ll ever do it again! If you do...double dose of Bean-o...❤️

[@snubblebubble4937]

You and Sharpie looked amazing! It must have been really hard to see with the sun in your face and the long shadows. Sharpie is shaping up to be an incredible event horse!

[@katschen19]

Oh, I can't wait for the other videos about Tryon! So much fun!

[@angiedyer9619]

Ahhhh! I’m screaming!! 🤩🙌Mr. Reliable kickin butt!! Great Ride Lady✨😎

[@sallymowbray297]

I think most people have had 'one of those days' - the rest was superb and looked a lot of fun.

[@jlwing8360]

So sorry sweetheart, how frustrating! But jumping out of stride like such a pro your Sharpie 😘

[@glenroseeventing3090]

I saw this happen live on the livestream so I was waiting to see your video. If it makes you feel any better I know someone from my barn ended up on the wrong side of the ropes in the intermediate because they had to go that way for the 4*...

[@victoriamedugno2071]

That was a dynomyte run what a beautiful track an absolute great scenery

[@ClaireDoesTooMuch]

"Jesus I'm an idiot" lol, thats me. and It really makes me feel better that I'm not the only one who does this sometimes. Great ride! Thanks so much for this video!

[@lesliemoiseauthor]

He's such a fluent jumper.

[@auntienessie2474]

Overall a good ride. Small brainfart but understanding on this course. What a beautiful course btw.

[@Caj2009]

Tryon is such a pleasant place to ride I love to compete there!

[@katiekelaidis423]

I love you apologize to Sharpie. Because #relatable.

[@marionwigzell7334]

Beautiful ride on an amazing course (-: Marion

[@tailsnatched4642]

My trainers instructor used to follow her around cross country on a motorcycle with a mega phone screaming stuff at her while jumping 😂

[@lisashavlik2264]

Elisa, you are a great rider! Don't be so hard on yourself, Sharpie forgives you!!

[@ridingforbetterstriding5389]

Looked like a beautiful course!

[@leeangus1839]

Elise that was so awesome . And what happened to the last jump? Because I didn't see it Love you Elisa . And Shapie

[@ceal8683]

That looked so fun!!

[@mayacosgrove9110]

haha the vet that met you at the end is my vet Deb!!

[@WallaceEventing]

Yep. She used to live next to me. I’ve known her a long time.

[@alisonwilks302]

Love sharpapotomus ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ don't be hard on yourself xxxxxxxxxx

[@susanford6926]

I think you &sharpie did great!🏇🍎🥕💐🎀

[@thelifespikeandgeorge2213]

Amazing g video your so good at cross country do you recommend me trying it out

[@thegoblinsteed3558]

♥♥♥ I loved this course.

[@nancyk3615]

Nice job, he's in excellent condition! What is the distance that ya'll covered? That course looks like it is on top of a long ridge .Where is that at?

[@shadrackzulu6138]

Tryon International Equestrian Center, Mill Spring, NC. Distance for the 2*L was 3960 meters. 3*L was 4750 meters and the 4*L was 5700 meters. Check out their website for XC course maps (go to Eventing section, MARS Tryon International 3-Day Event).

[@nancyk3615]

Thanks for the info. It looked like there was frost or dew on the grass in spots.

[@shadrackzulu6138]

@@nancyk3615 Elisa was the pathfinder (0800 ride time) and first horse on course following a couple days of very heavy rain. The ground was still pretty wet.

[@pattirockgarden4423]

What a good horse!

[@gracewechser2704]

For the Long Format, do you do steeplechase and tracks as well? Or is it just a longer cross country?

[@MINTYSTRAWBERRYLOVE]

Hiiii i love your videos 😁

[@lexi8893]

I’m horrible at memory courses.. I’d be so confused

[@helenscott8202]

All I keep thinking is wow that’s muddy and a slip would be easy. And, Sometimes, you just get turned around.

[@lenka0056]

I love horses😍💗💕💓

[@MLOCharmer]

I don't know why it sounds like it but it sounds like he has no shoes on, what a great round!

[@experiment626eventing]

Is this still in florida? It looks like north carolina. Its so beautiful there

[@shadrackzulu6138]

Tryon International Equestrian Center, Mill Spring, NC (near the NC/SC border). It's where they had the World Equestrian Games a couple of years ago. Check out their website for course maps and video coverage of the 2/3/4*L XC and 4* Dressage/Show Jumping from this event (go to the Eventing section).

[@experiment626eventing]

@@shadrackzulu6138:0 thank you! I knew it was not carolina

[@shadrackzulu6138]

@@experiment626eventing You mean "not Florida"?

[@kristenscott9438]

Elisa, it was still an amazing ride! We've all had those brain lapses somedays! NO, your not a stupid Jockey either! Your an amazing rider! Don't beat yourself up too badly!

[@annasimoni9212]

Sharpie 😍

[@xxgachalemonxx1343]

I’d love to see a hack :)

[@lord3617]

Me watching a million of your vids and this esmes videos wanting a horse:

[@lisaedwards9597]

What a good boy!!!! 😎

[@romy379]

Number 5 omg

[@nerrrrrrrrr]

Its easier in the UK, our courses are nearly always roped, I find some of your american courses so confusing! However you wouldn't get that ground in the UK this time of year 😕

[@alisonmacklin5427]

Ikr lol and we never get that water this time of year it's most always raining and u cant attempt the course or freezing and foggy and u cant see two feet infront of u and ur horse lmao

[@chrisgarrard5865]

Your not stupid it happened to everyone that rides horse you did great though

[@Judybosco]

UCONN!!!!

[@franencinias4516]

hi and bye