High speed precision
This is a series of photos of the traditional horse sports event in my native province Zeeland, called "ringrijden", loosely translated as "ring riding".
In this activity the heroes are sturdy workhorses and bareback riders who aim to catch a ring with a lance, while galloping on a sand track. This takes place over a number of rounds, with ever decreasing ring size. The winner is the one with the most catches overall.
It is a traditional event, still very much appreciated by locals and visitors alike, featuring these magnificent animals who are tastefully groomed with colourful braids and flowers, and their riders in white.
These shots were taken at the event in Oost Souburg, where I grew up as a child.
High speed precision
This is a series of photos of the traditional horse sports event in my native province Zeeland, called "ringrijden", loosely translated as "ring riding".
In this activity the heroes are sturdy workhorses and bareback riders who aim to catch a ring with a lance, while galloping on a sand track. This takes place over a number of rounds, with ever decreasing ring size. The winner is the one with the most catches overall.
It is a traditional event, still very much appreciated by locals and visitors alike, featuring these magnificent animals who are tastefully groomed with colourful braids and flowers, and their riders in white.
These shots were taken at the event in Oost Souburg, where I grew up as a child.