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With natural stamina, a love\n of forward movement and a background of professional handling, many Thoroughbreds thrive on the varied,\n long-distance challenges our sport offers.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n In partnership with Retraining of Racehorses, Endurance GB and the Scottish Endurance Riding Club, this pathway\n helps you and your ex-racehorse get started, grow in confidence and progress at a pace that suits you both.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-button-row\u0022\u003e\n \u003ca href=\u0022#pathway\u0022 class=\u0022egb-button egb-button-primary\u0022\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\u0022\u003eExplore the pathway\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\n \u003ca href=\u0022#faqs\u0022 class=\u0022egb-button egb-button-secondary\u0022\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022color: rgb(147, 137, 83);\u0022\u003eRead FAQs\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-hero-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eEndurance can help your ex-racehorse:\u003c/h2\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBuild fitness gradually\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDevelop confidence in new environments\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEnjoy a varied second career\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUse natural stamina and forwardness positively\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eStrengthen their partnership with you\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003c/ul\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-container\u0022\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\u0022egb-section\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-intro-panel\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eIn partnership with RoR, EGB and SERC\u003c/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Together with Retraining of Racehorses and SERC, Endurance GB has created a clear endurance pathway to help\n riders bring former racehorses into the sport with confidence.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Whether your ambition is a relaxed pleasure ride, steady progression through graded endurance, or a long-term\n goal such as Elite level, endurance offers a welfare-led structure that puts the horse first.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/section\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\u0022egb-section\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-section-header\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eWhy choose endurance for your former racehorse?\u003c/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Endurance gives former racehorses a purposeful, varied and rewarding job, while helping riders develop a deeper\n understanding of their horse.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-card-grid\u0022\u003e\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-card featured\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-card-icon\u0022\u003e+\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eAdventure for you both\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Endurance opens the door to beautiful countryside — beaches, woodland tracks, hills, moorland and rolling farmland.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-card-icon\u0022\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e+\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eStronger partnership\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Training for endurance helps you tune into your horse’s mentality, behaviour, fitness and confidence.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-card-icon\u0022\u003e?\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eA welfare-led second career\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Vet checks, steady progression and “fit to continue” principles support long-term horse wellbeing.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/section\u003e\n\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\u0022egb-thoroughbred-section\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-container\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-section-header\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eWhy Thoroughbreds excel at endurance\u003c/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Former racehorses bring a whole host of natural advantages to the sport.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-feature-grid\u0022\u003e\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-feature-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-feature-number\u0022\u003e1\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eStamina and speed\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Thoroughbreds are bred to go forwards with enthusiasm and efficiency.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-feature-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-feature-number\u0022\u003e2\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eLow heart rates when fit\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n This makes them well-suited to welfare-focused vetting and heart-rate checks at rides.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-feature-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-feature-number\u0022\u003e3\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eUsed to travel and routine\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Racehorses are accustomed to transport, new environments, clipping, shoeing and daily handling.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-feature-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-feature-number\u0022\u003e4\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eOften enjoy company\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Training in a string can help them enjoy riding with others — perfect for social rides and competition days.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-myth-box\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eEndurance isn’t “first past the post”\u003c/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n You ride to a set speed window, which means you can simply enjoy the journey — alone or with company — at a\n pace that suits your horse.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/section\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-container\u0022\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\u0022egb-section\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-section-header\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp style=\u0022margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center; max-width: 1024px;\u0022\u003e\u003cimg src=\u0022https://www.endurancegb.co.uk/Client/Images/Cms/image(235).png\u0022 data-image=\u00221\u0022 width=\u00221024\u0022 height=\u0022800\u0022 style=\u0022width: 1024px; max-width: 1024px; height: 800px;\u0022\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe early challenges — and how to overcome them\u003c/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Like every retraining journey, introducing a racehorse to endurance can come with new learning curves.\n Patient schooling, steady mileage and positive experiences are key.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-challenges-grid\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-challenge-list\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eCommon new skills\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRiding in a consistent trot or canter rhythm.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eNavigating gates and simple schooling movements.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBeing managed outside next to a trailer or horsebox.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRemounting in new environments.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBeing mounted from the ground while standing still.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003c/ul\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-challenge-list\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eConfidence-building experiences\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eLearning to relax in open countryside.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMeeting mud, puddles, uneven terrain and narrow paths.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSpending time calmly at new venues.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRiding alone and in company.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBuilding mileage gradually and positively.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003c/ul\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \n \u003c/section\u003e\n\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003csection id=\u0022pathway\u0022 class=\u0022egb-pathway-section\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-container\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-section-header\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eThe endurance pathway\u003c/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Start small, build confidence and progress at a pace that supports your horse.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-pathway-grid\u0022\u003e\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-pathway-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-pathway-step\u0022\u003e1\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eStart hacking\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Build relaxation, rhythm and confidence in different places.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-pathway-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-pathway-step\u0022\u003e2\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eTry a Pleasure Ride\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n A relaxed introduction to routes, venues, vetting and the EGB community.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-pathway-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-pathway-step\u0022\u003e3\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eMove into graded rides\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Build distance while learning more about pacing, recovery and heart rates.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-pathway-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-pathway-step\u0022\u003e4\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eProgress competitively\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Step up through distances if your horse enjoys the job and is ready.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/article\u003e\n\n \u003carticle class=\u0022egb-pathway-card\u0022\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\u0022egb-pathway-step\u0022\u003e5\u003c/span\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eAim for Elite\u003c/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n For those with bigger ambitions, the RoR endurance pathway can lead towards Elite level.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/article\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/section\u003e\n\n \u003csection id=\u0022faqs\u0022 class=\u0022egb-faq-section\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-container\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-section-header\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Practical answers for riders thinking about bringing a former racehorse into endurance.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-faq-grid\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022 open=\u0022\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eCan a former racehorse really do endurance?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Absolutely. Many former racehorses thrive in endurance. They generally have great stamina, a naturally\n forward way of going, and are used to routine, travel and working with other horses.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eDoes my former racehorse need special training before our first endurance ride?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Not special — just thoughtful, progressive retraining. Focus on developing a steady rhythm, building\n confidence over varied terrain, practising simple tasks like opening gates and standing at the trailer,\n and gradually increasing time spent hacking.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n If your horse can manage a relaxed two-hour hack, you’re on the right track for a Pleasure Ride.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eWhat distance should we start with?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Most riders begin with a 16–20km Pleasure Ride. You can go at your own pace, enjoy the countryside and\n get used to the vetting process.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eWill my former racehorse cope with the vetting and heart-rate checks?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes. Thoroughbreds often have naturally low resting heart rates when fit, which works in their favour.\n The checks are there to keep your horse safe, and many ex-racers take to the process very quickly.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eDo we need different tack or equipment?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Not at all. You can compete in your usual comfortable tack. Some riders like using a GPS watch to help\n with pacing, but a simple phone app works just as well.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eHow fit does my horse need to be?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n If your horse is fit enough for a two-hour hack with a mix of trot and canter, you’re ready for a Pleasure Ride.\n Build fitness gradually and keep sessions varied.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eMy former racehorse is used to company. Can we ride with others?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes — and it’s encouraged. Endurance riding is wonderfully social, and horses that enjoy riding in company\n often feel more relaxed.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eWhat if my horse gets excited at the start?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n That’s perfectly normal, especially for horses used to the buzz of race day. Start with low-key pleasure\n rides, arrive in good time and keep your warm-up calm and familiar.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eIs it expensive to get involved?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Not at all. You can enter Pleasure Rides on free Pay As You Go membership, meaning you just pay a premium\n entry fee rate. As you progress, Endurance GB offers Basic or Full membership options.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eWill someone help me at my first ride?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Definitely. Endurance GB and RoR communities are incredibly welcoming. Volunteers, vets and other riders\n are happy to guide you through vetting, timing, route marking and anything else you’re unsure about.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022 open=\u0022\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eWhat membership do I need?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n To try your first few rides, PAYG Membership is perfect. If you want to ride more regularly, \u003ca href=\u0022https://www.endurancegb.co.uk/Cms/Spaces/JOINING/Basic+Membership\u0022\u003eBasic\n Membership\u003c/a\u003e is great for Pleasure Rides.\u003ca href=\u0022https://www.endurancegb.co.uk/Cms/Spaces/JOINING/Full+Membership\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003e Full Membership\u003c/a\u003e is ideal once you’re ready for Novice and competitive levels.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails class=\u0022egb-detail\u0022\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eWhat’s the best way to build confidence on varied terrain?\u003c/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-detail-content\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Hack in lots of different places — fields, tracks, hills and woodland paths — and introduce new experiences\n gradually. Ex-racehorses who haven’t seen mud, puddles or low branches before usually adjust quickly with gentle exposure.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/details\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/div\u003e\n \u003c/section\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-container\u0022\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\u0022egb-section\u0022\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\u0022https://www.endurancegb.co.uk/Client/Images/Cms/image(236).png\u0022 data-image=\u00221\u0022\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-contact-box\u0022\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eWant to know more?\u003c/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n If you’re thinking about bringing your former racehorse into the world of endurance — or you’re already on\n the journey and want guidance — we’re here to help.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n We’d love to welcome you into our community and support you every step of the way.\n \u003c/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\u0022egb-contact-grid\u0022\u003e\n \u003cdiv 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