Bergur Jónsson and his Icelandic horse Katla frá Ketilsstöðum won a master horse riding competition in Iceland. This beautiful ride included--not only the typical slow tolt, fast tolt, trot, and canter--but some lovely shoulder in and leg yields. The horse is free and easy in his movements as demonstrated by the relaxed tail and lack of gaping at the bit.
For those of you new to the Icelandic breed, Katla is wearing protective boots. The weight of any protective boots and shoes must weigh about the same as a normal keg shoe per FEIF regulations. Traditionally the Icelandic horse is ridden without using spurs so the animation and spirit comes from the horse.
If you watch carefully at the end of the demo, Jónsson drops his reins and Katla continues with that lovely high stepping tolt.
Here is an article with more information.
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