Becoming Shorty Legs

By HorseJobs.ca | Published November 21, 2009

Have you ever met Shorty Leggs? I have. 

He’s a character all right and an inspiration!  And for those of you who are unfamiliar with him – Watch this video, even if you are a dressage rider… A wonderful glimpse into the life of a wonderful man and a great career on the Rodeo Circuit

Becoming Shorty Legs.

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