Equestrian doesn't belong in the Olympics

[Jekyl]

Prove me wrong.

 

[Waters]

I guess tell me why it doesn't belong there first lol?

 

[Jekyl]

I guess tell me why it doesn't belong there first lol?

Just seems like the horse is doing all of the work. Given that it is trained sufficiently a rider with some experience could do the same thing.

 

[homer1475]

So does surfing belong too? The board is doing all the work. Does skate boarding belong? Again the board is doing all the work.

Without proper training, and the rider giving proper commands, the horse wouldn't know what to do. Yes the horse is doing the work, but the rider is commanding the horse.

 

[Waters]

Equestrian is actually pretty difficult.....I have never attempted because horses freak me out but my daughter used to jump horses. She had to ride for a long time before she could even attempt that.

 

[CubsFan]

So does surfing belong too? The board is doing all the work. Does skate boarding belong? Again the board is doing all the work.

Without proper training, and the rider giving proper commands, the horse wouldn't know what to do. Yes the horse is doing the work, but the rider is commanding the horse.

I’m not sure this is the same sort of thing, but I’m looking forward to old school style/new style Andy Anderson skating for Canada soon. Horses can’t do kick flips unless they have a good pilot. Not a clean one. Cheer for this young man.

 

[CubsFan]

Just seems like the horse is doing all of the work. Given that it is trained sufficiently a rider with some experience could do the same thing.

I kind of hear ya. I’m more of a self propelled sport guy. Sports involving motors or animals aren’t my thing. Lots of folks dig that stuff. It’s cool to see the olympics evolve, but I haven’t watched much aside from specific events that get my interest in years. Mostly board sports these days. I like that skateboarding and surfing are here now. Makes me more interested in the summer games. Fan of the skiing and snowboarding during winter.

 

[Jekyl]

I kind of hear ya. I’m more of a self propelled sport guy. Sports involving motors or animals aren’t my thing. Lots of folks dig that stuff. It’s cool to see the olympics evolve, but I haven’t watched much aside from specific events that get my interest in years. Mostly board sports these days. I like that skateboarding and surfing are here now. Makes me more interested in the summer games. Fan of the skiing and snowboarding during winter.

I don't understand equestrian being in and dodgeball not. Something no one watches vs the hottest prime time event. Imagine US v China in dodgeball finals...

 

[CubsFan]

I don't understand equestrian being in and dodgeball not. Something no one watches vs the hottest prime time event. Imagine US v China in dodgeball finals...

I legit laughed. Dodgeball would be something I’d watch for sure.

 

[Jekyl]

I legit laughed. Dodgeball would be something I’d watch for sure.

Heard there's a chance for 2028

 

[CubsFan]

Man. How do you build the perfect dodgeball team. I only know the classic educational film starring Vince Vaughn and Ben Stiller. Makes me think about the original NES hockey game where you could only pick skinny, medium, and fat players.

 

[CubsFan]

 

[Jekyl]

I think it would be the highlight of the summer games. Me and a scotch watching the nations battle.

 

[Jekyl]

I caught myself completely wrapped up in watching professional tag the other day after a couple pops.

 

[Jekyl]

It's a real thing...

 

[CubsFan]

I think it would be the highlight of the summer games. Me and a scotch watching the nations battle.

Pretty much like curling, but with tons of action. A niche sport and I dig it.

 

[CubsFan]

I caught myself completely wrapped up in watching professional tag the other day after a couple pops.

Haven’t seen it, but see my previous post.

 

[CubsFan]

All I’m saying is… disc golf. Frolf? Yikes. Edited after posting half baked clip. Not family friendly.

 

[CubsFan]

It’s a good clip though. When jim Breuer is talking about all the foods they need…

 

[Opus]

I'm not sure why we even have the Olympics anymore.