Ep. 27 - Jumping Made Simple: Lines, Strides & Confidence Over Fences | Equine'n'Wine

<p><strong>Seeing a Stride (or Not!) | Real Talk on Jumping &amp; Rider Confidence</strong>If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a jump thinking <em>“is this a stride… or is it not?”</em> — this episode is for you.</p><p>This week on <em>Equine’n’Wine</em>, we’re diving into the realities of <strong>jumping</strong>, breaking down some of the most common (and most confusing!) concepts riders hear all the time — from riding a line and finding your position, to chipping in and chasing that elusive “perfect stride.”</p><p>💬 We chat about:<br>• What it actually means to <strong>ride a line</strong><br>• Finding a secure and effective <strong>jumping position</strong><br>• The truth about <strong>seeing a stride</strong> (and why it takes time)<br>• What happens when you <strong>chip in</strong> — and why it’s not the end of the world<br>📩 Featuring a listener question from Megan in Bristol, who’s struggling with confidence and overthinking distances after returning to jumping.</p><p>As always, we keep it honest — because most riders aren’t seeing perfect strides every time… and guess what? That’s completely normal.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re just starting out over poles or building back confidence, this episode is a reminder that jumping isn’t about getting it perfect — it’s about finding your rhythm and trusting your horse.</p><p>📩 Got a question or riding dilemma? Email us: <a href="" rel="noopener">equine.n.wine@gmail.com</a><br>🎧 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share the podcast!</p>