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Zara Phillips installs an outdoor school at Gatcombe
18 February, 2010
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Zara Phillips has recently installed the first outdoor manege at Gatcombe Park.
The world three-day event champion chose a Martin Collins Enterprises (MCE) Ecotrack arena, like the one used at the European show jumping and dressage championships at Windsor last year.
Zara said: “My father has a Martin Collins surface and I have jumped on it many times,” said Zara. “I like the way it gives but does not move under the hoof, which gives a lot of confidence and security.
“I have heard showjumpers say that Ecotrack gives you a bit more ‘jump’ — let’s hope my horses feel the effects!
“The horses love the new manege and already I have seen a difference in their outlook, by not being hemmed in by the walls of the school.”
Glynnie Walford of Martin Collins said: “We are thrilled and very proud that Zara chose Ecotrack as the surface for her new outdoor school.
“Collaboration with an event rider of her profile and expertise means a great deal to our company.”
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