I FORGOT TO BRING MY SADDLE ON THIS TRAIL RIDE!

[@lindag4484]

Jiminey's ears and mane in the sunlight --> gorgeous! No saddle? No problem! On this ride, you and Jiminey were one....a beautiful thing to watch.

[@lizzieb6311]

Bareback is best! I learned on bareback and developed mad skills as a result. Less miss and fuss as well. ♥♥♥

[@lizzieb6311]

Muss and fuss I meant to say. What a gorgeous ride!

[@Unknow_14751]

Same I always rode bareback it helped my balance

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes it teaches you so much 🐎💯👏

[@Unknow_14751]

@@freespiritequestrian ❤️❤️❤️

[@sandrajustus1247]

I just love Jiminy!! His color and beautiful spots make him stand out. Love that horse. I bred and raised Appaloosa and Quarter Horses in the late 1970's until about mid 1980's. One of the fillies born to my mare was a black peacock leopard. My health and late age now prevents me from riding, but I live it now vicariously through you. I would give anything to be able to ride again. Enjoy the season and ride like the wind!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Wow that’s amazing! The peacock apps are so rare and gorgeous. Thank you for watching ❤️

[@joannesmartens9442]

It's always funny to see how many horses play in the water, splashing with their feet.😅

[@freespiritequestrian]

I love watching them play ❤️

[@vernaedwards7263]

❤❤❤I am right there with you Shea

[@CoalWarning]

Whenever I hear "Michigan" I think of downtown Detroit. Thank you for showing us the scenic beauty of Michigan. It gives me a whole new perspective on your state. Great riding! You are such a trooper doing 2 hours out on the trail bareback! 🐎

[@freespiritequestrian]

Oh gosh lol. No one thinks of Detroit here! That the worst part of Michigan and a very small part. Michigan has so much more to offer. ❤️

[@TomUnderwood-lv8xm]

Catching up on old videos. No saddle, no problem. I loved riding bareback. What a gorgeous day! Jiminey's copper color matches some of the leaf colors. Thx for sharing. Linda

[@cyndiebill6631]

You are great at multitasking. I don’t know many people who can ride bareback, film and post at the same time😁Fall was my favorite time of year to ride. No bugs, cool air and of course the color. Enjoyed coming along thank you for taking me on another great ride.🧡🍂💛🍁♥️🐎

[@freespiritequestrian]

It was a slight challenge but I was determined haha! Thank you for watching ❤️

[@rodandjudibowen5665]

Wait. Bareback at trot is hard enough. But you added in filming?! Gorgeous day out. Sunlight, colors, texture. Heavenly, Shae. Wahoo! 🤠🦄💟

[@freespiritequestrian]

Lol!!! Thank you, it was such a fantastic ride!

[@terryt.1643]

Jiminey is such a beautiful horse with his copper coloring. I enjoyed the trail ride. Not going to ever happen for me at my age and condition but you made it possible to experience. Thanks!🥰🐴💕❤️👍👍

[@evaandersson5136]

Love your trailvideos 😀 Your beautiful horse blends right in with the stunning colors of fall.

[@freespiritequestrian]

It was I pretty to ride and see all the scenery. Thank you!

[@joannesmartens9442]

That's life: with your horses in the beautiful nature.👍💞

[@freespiritequestrian]

Couldn’t get any better than that! ❤️

[@lucinaramsey4705]

Gorgeous views.. the only thing missing was the squeak of the saddle on Jimmini

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes!

[@rottiegirl0077]

What a beautiful day for a trail ride. Shae you're a trooper.

[@freespiritequestrian]

It was perfect. Thank you 😊

[@marieturpin722]

I forgot my bridle, but since I broke my horse to a halter, a halter I used. It was a pretty large group (trail ride with unfamiliar horses), and he was 3 years old and acted better then seasoned horses. People were amazed how well he behaved in a halter. I took it slow and consistent when I started him. (I acquired him at 8 months). Groud work paid off and he turned out to be an amazing horse. Unfortunately he develop an ulcer (back in the mid 90's ulcers weren't even in conversations like today) He passed at 9 years old. Too young... A piece of tack doesn't make the horse, proper training does.. love your videos!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Oh goodness that’s tragic. I’m so sorry. That’s amazing you could go in a halter ❤️

[@traceyfisher6312]

what great footing!! I ride in Alberts, so lots of beautiful mountain riding, but often that is quite rocky. Jealous of that awesome dirt and sandy footing!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I do like mountain riding but o do prefer my flat ground to really hack and move out haha!

[@believeinyourself7511]

I rescued a horse years ago. We loved to trail ride and swim together in the river. The landscape is so beautiful in your vlog. I enjoy your positive attitude.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Awww thanks!!!! That’s so sweet of you. I love that you rescued too. ❤️

[@blaiseaimee7098]

I live in Northern California and only trail ride and I am so jealous of the beautiful trail riding you have near you!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I used to live in Northern California and took Jiminey on the trails. I rode around Chico, Sacramento, Paradise, and Corning. There are some beautiful places there too. They just aren’t as lush.

[@margrit7560]

Kudos for your horsemanship while doing all that multitasking. Thank you so much for taking us along on the trail ride with all the gorgeous babies.❤️

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@pinkywilliams8063]

Well I think you did Great bare backing on Jiminey. Jiminey does blend in with the fall colors and I just notice that he has spots in his mane, so cool.... Thanks Shae

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! He’s one special horse ❤️

[@christinematton4125]

What a great video!! Thank you for sharing.. I don't know what was more gorgeous the horse, the trees, the weather??

[@freespiritequestrian]

Awwww thank you 😊

[@CC-xk6cp]

Hi again SHAE You're a trooper for sure! A great way to keep toned up lol. Hoping you're not too sore next day! So enjoy tagging along on your trail rides. This one is beautiful with the fall colors mixed in. A perfect day! Jiminy is one of the coolest with his gorgeous color and wonderful personality. Fun for me to know of someone who likes and appreciates Appys as I do! He's a wonderful heart horse for sure... Looking forward as always to your next adventure. Catcha then. PS Your short was absolutely beautiful!! There are a couple gorgeous framable pictures in there!!!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you so much! I always love reading your comments. I was indeed a little sore 😅. Jiminey is the best partner and I’m so thankful for him.

[@ritaschultz6859]

Thanks for letting us hang our with you , if I had to ride Bareback for 2 hours I would not had video That ride haha--- gutsy lady 😄🐴

[@freespiritequestrian]

Bahahaha I was determined!

[@sidilicious11]

Jiminy, his red ears and red mane, 💖 I love riding bareback.

[@freespiritequestrian]

I’m obsessed with his redness hehe ❤️

[@Maksamillion]

I struggle with the canter to trot transition that is when it is the most bouncy and I tend to loose my balance.

[@freespiritequestrian]

That’s difficult and takes years to master sometimes!

[@mechrissybradley9569]

Jimmy is a lovely horse & your other horses you have 2 day are lovely 2 shae.xxx🧡💙💖

[@AL-lz1hb]

Fantastic countryside, fantastic horses. Kudos to you for managing two hours bareback! I never minded bareback, but boy, if you do too much, you are gonna ache next day! Jiminy is just the boy I'd choose. Imagine him as a freckle grey and that was my last perfect boy. It's so nice tagging along on your rides, remembering the old times too.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! He is my heart horse and the absolute best. Thank you 😊

[@joannesmartens9442]

Ohhh, you know that waterloo is a city in belgium, in europe, my birthcountry, were in the time, napoleon lost the war, and banned to the island st.helena. i did'nt knew there was a waterloo in usa. In that war napoleon was also on a horse. Nice to have such forestation near to your home.😘

[@freespiritequestrian]

Nice! There are several Waterloo towns in the US. In the US they like to repeat names, because there are so many states.

[@junebyrne4491]

I.earned to ride that way when I was 10. I rode with only a rope halter. He was the gentlest horse ever. I developed allergies so have not ridden in 70 years. But I remember just adoring that horse. I remember climbing up the fence to get on him. Now I cannot imagine a parent letting a child do that nowadays.

[@freespiritequestrian]

That’s awesome!

[@lizaaxen8940]

That trail is just so beautiful. 😍

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes, it was awesome ❤️🐎

[@sarahleete5024]

I did lots of bareback riding when I was taught to ride as my instructor said he taught a good seat and you didn't have to worry about your stirrups.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes so true!

[@debstewart4558]

Yes. Leg and abs are working out on you today Shae.

[@KathyCoker53]

What a beautiful fall day for a ride!

[@freespiritequestrian]

It was perfect! ❤️

[@lesleyswarbrooke940]

This is one of my favourite vlogs to watch. Xxx

[@freespiritequestrian]

That’s lovely! I’m glad you enjoyed ❤️

[@mandyb1320]

What a beautiful wooded trail ride. I enjoy 4-wheeling in the nature preserves here in Florida, it's just gorgeous. The horses are so cute when they play in the water, I love it. Great video and you did wonderful bareback.

[@cattyshat4480]

Bareback will always be my go to option 😊 it just feels like the right way to ride

[@YeehawPanda]

It is a dream of mine to trail ride in fall. What an incredible ride out

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!!!! ❤️🐎🍁

[@denisebair9542]

A wonderful ride! I used to ride bareback on trails for hours when I was young! Our trails near our barn in Missouri opened up to big swimming hole and we would take our horses in and swim on them! Such good times! Thank you for sharing your rides and horse life!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Love that!

[@christinesantoro9450]

BEAUTIFUL, PEACEFUL TRAIL, THOUGH ... I WOULD LOVE TO BE ON THAT TRAIL ...😃💗🙏🏻 HOPE IT WASN'T TOO BAD FOR YOU RIDING BAREBACK. 🙂 I KNOW YOU COULD BE ACHY AFTER THAT, USING ALL OF YOUR MUSCLES ....😏🙂💗🙏🏻

[@marymacgregor6952]

I use to ride bareback a lot. It was my favourite way to ride.

[@ritaschultz6859]

Wow You don't hold back Even bareback ! Amazing 🎉

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@marycastro4742]

Just love all the neat colors and enjoy bareback riding

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes same here!

[@pamnewman4945]

Love the trail rides! Balance is the key and you did it beautifully. Fall is the best time to ride horses. Thanks for the adventure.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Agreed! Thanks so much.

[@eviepinto4967]

Love it!! Even without your saddle, you are an amazing rider

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@lindaworsham3569]

such a lovely ride; Jiminy is a sweetheart ❤!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you, he certainly is! I couldn’t do anything without him.

[@annfinch-cl1gl]

You have so much to remember it's easily done putting yourself last checking everyone else I love the way you post the slip ups too. Beautiful scenery so lucky wished I lived by you. Lol

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes! Thank you! Haha

[@sherylmarsh1479]

Beautiful autumn day, really lovely riding weather… you and Jiminy did great bareback… betcha felt it the next day 😄

[@freespiritequestrian]

Sure did haha!

[@lesleyswarbrooke940]

Maybe putting a spare saddle in the trailer as well as the harness would be better now. But what a great ride. He is so calm with you. Xxx

[@freespiritequestrian]

No, I only have 4 saddle racks. I use all my tack regularly so it wouldn’t remain in there anyways.

[@ginaheath8164]

What a gorgeous piece of property. Lucky girl!

[@freespiritequestrian]

It’s public and absolutely beautiful!

[@kajinsautumn9833]

Wow! What a beautiful trail ride! Looks like so much fun!

[@freespiritequestrian]

It was! 🐎❤️

[@jillmccabe6525]

Your autumn colours and beautiful, our leaves are falling already in Scotland.Winter is coming . Beautiful horses x

[@freespiritequestrian]

Winter is definitely on its way! 🥶

[@ritaschultz6859]

Yeah a lot of leg action 👍

[@freespiritequestrian]

❤️❤️❤️

[@virtualselfie6899]

The wooded area of the forest was so thick at times, like you were trailblazing through a jungle. Your canter gait riding bareback was the ultimate. You and Jiminy are truly soul mates. Another awesome venture, Shae, riding online bareback with y'all. Was that Bagheera or Gaston splashing in the creek so playfully? Organic coconut oil on your thighs is very soothing after your jacuzzi 🤣🤩

[@freespiritequestrian]

It was beautiful! We had a splendid time in the fall colored forest. That was Gaston splashing haha. I was definitely sore for a few days after 😂❤️🐎.

[@virtualselfie6899]

@@freespiritequestrian You have an excellent channel; you even improvise when you forget a saddle. You have the perfect equine who knows your gait and syncs with you to make it a smooth jungle ride. Thanks for all you do for us horse lovers!

[@freespiritequestrian]

@@virtualselfie6899 thank you so much! I really hope the channel takes off one day. It’s so hard! But I truly love making videos and connecting with my audience ❤️.

[@virtualselfie6899]

You are in my top 3 YT channels, always about horses. A lot are into all this Tik Tok dancing which is okay, too. But you have a niche market. You seen what she does on the other channel. She started out like you and now look at the growth. I sense you will do this from your base in the USA. It takes a while. She started out 10 years ago and her commitment to her heart horse has grown to celebrity status. My dad was an Appy man + all the donkeys. Your niche is a bit different as you include all the horse breeds, something for everybody. Keep on doing what you're doing, Shae. Bringing Kyle in and your friends like Patti was a great outreach. Another channel I subscribe to, started at ground zero and is growing. I saw it today, because horse lovers truly never get enough of these stunning animals, who like puppies, are man's best friend. I felt sad when you re-homed lovely Cruella and that head-turner Friesian, Jafar, but so happy that you can go to auction again and pick out some promising trainees. Many blessings, as always 😂😂😂

[@Alison-ow7cm]

I feel like am on jiminy looks amazing and beautiful what a great place to go ❤❤

[@defrost8648]

Such a gorgeous early autumn ride. ❤

[@rachaelbrown7771]

I love looking at the world between 2 pointy ears don't you?

[@freespiritequestrian]

It’s the absolute best!

[@haleighc1465]

Love the video its so amazing and entertaining towmorow is my birthday I am so excited ima go trail riding for 1 hour with tons of people I am so excited and happg I will be like you in the trails lol amazing video!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Hope you had a fantastic birthday!!!

[@haleighc1465]

Tysm it was probably the best day ever I had an amazing chesnut gelding he was a great horse and he loved eating the grass lol

[@christinesantoro9450]

I DON'T KNOW IF YOU NOTICED, BUT AT THE SECOND CREEK, THE HORSE NEXT TO YOU, NOT SURE IF GASTON OR BAGHEERA, THEY WERE KEEPING SHORT REINS AND NOT LETTING THEM TAKE A DRINK OF WATER, ALTHOUGH, THE HORSE WAS PULLING ON THE REINS TO DRINK. HOPE HE GOT SUFFICIENT WATER OR MUST HAVE BEEN MAD THIRSTY WHEN YOU GOT BACK ....😌💗

[@plainsailing5987]

Lovely place

[@freespiritequestrian]

It was so beautiful 🤩

[@marywright373]

Jiminy is amazing

[@sharongibson7523]

You are the best! Your horses are so good on the trail

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! I’m very blessed to have them.

[@Maksamillion]

Great job you must have really good balance I would have fallen off eventually lol

[@freespiritequestrian]

Hahaha!

[@marym796]

Germany is such a beautiful horse 😍❤️

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! I love my Jiminey Cricket ❤️

[@asherdem2105]

Proves 'the ladies multitask ALL DAY LONG.🖐🎤 And look good doing it💄 (you have mad skills girl 💅or are a secret❄👸🌬 Disney character with secret powers). I think you did an amazing job 🎞filming, 🐎leading, 🏫teaching, 🕵learning, being 😔mindful and staying calm while presently...RIDING YOUR HORSE BAREBACK!!!!! Oh & don't forget posting as well!! Girl, you got mad skills 🥋👛💄💖...lol.

[@freespiritequestrian]

LOL! Yes we sure can!!! Thank you 😊

[@cherylhillskemper7564]

I had to laugh when you said your inner thighs were going to be sore. The last time I rode bareback my legs were shaking after I dismounted. LOL. It's good exercise!

[@freespiritequestrian]

LOL!!!!! It sure is.

[@ritaschultz6859]

You goooI! Girl 🏇💝

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yay!!! 🐎🐎🐎

[@emchanted13]

Girllll you need a gopro! That way you can just pop it on the helmet and ride without the worry!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I am going to get one but I actually prefer filming with my phone.

[@LPaigeS14]

It’s incredible how subtly yet drastically you’ve changed Edit: from this (then) to now (2024)

[@EAI625]

I absolutly love your videos! I'm so saad cus i found your channel so late.

[@freespiritequestrian]

It’s never to late!!!!

[@tinafigueroa7556]

You 'Forgot' your saddle... Sure you did. 😂 Love riding bare back too. 😉

[@freespiritequestrian]

No, I literally did. I was taking people out, I didn’t want to ride bareback at all, and I was super tired. On the flip side I had a lot of fun!

[@nobitsnoshoes]

wow. just seeing this makes my tail bone hurt...granted my tail bone is broken so everything makes it hurt, but damn! lol.

[@freespiritequestrian]

I bruised my tail bone once and it wasn’t fun haha

[@ritaschultz6859]

Galloping bareback takes a lot of balance

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes for sure!

[@wincharles1195]

❤❤❤

[@freespiritequestrian]

💕💕

[@daliarosenzweig887]

Now you have room for two new horses

[@freespiritequestrian]

I’m in no rush. Winter is coming, and I’m not ready yet.

[@daliarosenzweig887]

@@freespiritequestrian what color are you planning on getting

[@daliarosenzweig887]

@@freespiritequestrian grullo or buckskin

[@freespiritequestrian]

@@daliarosenzweig887 that’s not how it works. I love color but I don’t go just to buy a certain color.

[@slaphappyKat]

When are you going to go to another event and get some new horses?

[@freespiritequestrian]

When I feel ready. I’m in no rush. I’m very busy with the horses I have.

[@francineherron1940]

Wish I had hair like yours 😄

[@freespiritequestrian]

Aww you’re so kind, thank you!

[@leslieleslie5849]

I love bareback and barefoot riding❤mule. I have heard it is harder on there back because the saddle job is to distribute our weight. Is this true this is the first time I am hearing this.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes, I don’t ride bareback all the time but once in awhile is okay :).

[@hannithurntwgypsyranch2146]

It took me this long to realize all your horses are named after Disney characters

[@freespiritequestrian]

Haha! Yes they are ❤️

[@joannesmartens9442]

Better the saddles, because imagin you forgot the horses😅😂🤣

[@freespiritequestrian]

Right?! Hahaha

[@haleighc1465]

🍁🎃🍂✨

[@freespiritequestrian]

🐴🍁❤️

[@haleighc1465]

Yussss

[@lexiash6403]

U forgot the saddle lol😂 And how are the horses ok with riding u with out the saddle

[@freespiritequestrian]

I ride bareback on occasion so they are used to it :)

[@lindac6416]

Do all of you know how 2 ride bareback ?

[@freespiritequestrian]

No lol

[@aliciagirard6102]

i love your vidios. i alwyas wished to rid a horse. i love horses and i love whatching your vids. also hope your inner thighs dont hurt tooo much.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you haha they did!

[@Rosa-mj5mt]

What a fun and happy accident! Lol!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Right?! Haha

[@joannesmartens9442]

Don't understand how peopñe can drive at that speed on a sandway, seeing 4 horses at the side.🤔

[@freespiritequestrian]

I know, he went a bit fast for my liking. I will yell sometimes 😂

[@internet_police]

First

[@internet_police]

Btw love ur videos

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thanks!

[@internet_police]

@@freespiritequestrian ur welcome!

[@virtualselfie6899]

@@internet_police Shae is a great content creator on the choreography and editing. Again, the music soundtrack corresponded with the content, Bravo 🤩

[@internet_police]

@@virtualselfie6899 I agree

[@diannaa5631]

You aught to always throw in a bareback pad.ya never know