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Customer Reviews for Pessoa Lungeing System
Pessoa Lungeing System
Pessoa Longeing System was invented by international show jumping rider, Nelson Pessoa. The Pessoa Longeing System is designed to encourage balance and a gradual build-up of topline. The Pessoa Longeing System consists of an easy-to-put-together array of ropes, clips and pulleys, as well as a breeching strap that passes behind the horse?s hindquarters, and is used in conjunction with a training surcingle while the horse is being lunged.**Surcingle is not included**
Average Customer Rating:
(19 Reviews) 19
Rating breakdown 19 reviews
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13 of 16(81%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Pessoa Lungeing System
Review 1 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Mixed review
April 28, 2013
ByAurora58
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
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"I think this is a great system, the quality is good too. It does not come with any directions, that is the problem. You get a small tri-fold brochure with basic information. I would not consider this instructions for use. If you don't have a trainer that can oversee the use of this, you run the risk of using it incorrectly and potentially harning the horse. This product should come with better instructions or a video. I tried contacting pessoa twice via email and have gotten no response."
Review 2 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Excellent Quality
March 25, 2013
Bylhone
fromColorado
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
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"I can really appreciate the quality of the pessoa system. The ropes, hardware, and fleece are TOP notch. I wasn't excited about the price initially but you can definitely see a difference from other systems.
I had tried my friend's training surcingle and didn't care for it at all so I did get another fleece surcingle from a different company."
Review 3 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
A ton of money for ropes and pulley
February 14, 2013
ByDressage7
fromMA
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
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"I like the idea of this system, to get the horse to use themselves correctly, but when ever I opened the bag and really took a look at my purchase (over $200), I was shocked to see there was hardly anything to it. Some ropes, pulley and faux sheep skin (from what I understand it used to be real). Is it worth that kind of money, that is very questionable! I might return it. Not sure...."
Review 4 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Great system
November 12, 2012
ByAislinn
fromNew Jersey
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
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"Bought this system over a year ago when my vet suggested it to me to help build back muscles. I was very skeptical because of the price but went for it anyway. I have to say, I absolutely loved the way it worked. My horse didn't mind all the gear on him and learned how it worked very quickly. Over a few months the difference was unbelievable. You could see the difference just looking at his muscle development! Not to mention his performance under saddle improved greatly. I am very satisfed with this product and would suggest it to everyone!"
Review 5 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Disappointing
January 24, 2012
ByYvonne
Expertise:Trainer
Quality:
1
of
5
Value:
1
of
5
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"After owning two knock off pessoa training systems I finally got the money to buy the "real" one. Within 3 sessions, my horse broke the butt bar, it turned out to be just a rubber bungee cord while the knock offs were made out of elastic or rope. Very disappointing after paying that kind of money."
Review 6 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
My Horse LOVES it!
September 15, 2011
ByMorganD
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
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"My 15.3hh QH was beaten on a lunge line before I got him and has been terrified to lunge since I've had him. I've retrained him so that he isn't as nervous, but he was still super anxious with side reins. I had a trainer recommend this product to me because I was hurt and couldnt ride. He LOVES it!!! He is still slightly nervous, but he is as relaxed as he could possibly be!! It may be overr priced, and the ropes aren't held in place well, but the transformation in my horse is totally worth it!"
Review 7 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Super device!
June 19, 2011
BySonador0109
fromMA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
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"This training/lungeing system really is awesome. My mare has to be lunged in it for 6 weeks, as a recommendation from the vet to help her recover from her injury. It is very clever in the way it works, and in the way that it is all attached (e.g when the horse brings it's quarters under, due to the back of the device, the device gives on the mouth) and i like how there are many different settings depending on how you want to work your horse and in what frame you want to achieve. Unlike other devices that force a shape and do not give to the horse, this seems to gently allow for the horse to stretch it's back, bring it's quarters under and make a beautiful, relaxed shape - and it gives when they do so. Even though it is very simple, and not very much for your money in that aspect, it is worth every penny for the way it works on your horse and from the results you'll achieve. I highly recommend this product to anyone and everyone, it really is a great device."
Review 8 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Good Device
May 13, 2011
ByStan
fromNY
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
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"This is a great device for working your horse if he cant be ridden.
My horse is recovering from an injury and it is hard for him to work with weight on his back but really needs to work through his hind end and back and this device puts him to work!!!
It's a bit confusing to put on at first, but works wonderfully!"
My horse is recovering from an injury and it is hard for him to work with weight on his back but really needs to work through his hind end and back and this device puts him to work!!!
It's a bit confusing to put on at first, but works wonderfully!"
Review 9 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Great product, but tons of $$$$
March 18, 2011
ByLml123
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
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"I work in the retail industry and understand mark-up and proprietary techonology, but this is pretty prices for what it really is...Don't get me wrong, it works like a charm...but I would convince some barn friends to go in on it together so you could share the cost and the product."
Review 10 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Feeling a little dooped.
January 17, 2011
ByKatieinFL
fromFlorida
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter Under Saddle
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
2
of
5
Value:
1
of
5
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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"Ok, I get the whole idea and I buy into it. I bought this because I’m expecting and can’t ride my spooky OTTB anymore. I need my big horse to build up back muscles and work on his form in general. Once issue is that I paid $170 for some rope, pulleys and clips. I work in a hardware store and I can tell you that though the hardware on this is nice, the entire thing could not possibly cost more than $40 to make – there is no possible way. As if that wasn’t bad enough, you also need to buy a surcingle. Ok, so put all that aside, I paid a good chuk of change for it and the surcingle, I could almost force myself to live with that if this were some form of a SYSTEM to being with. The real problem is that this “system” comes with no real instructions. The tiny piece of paper it comes with is just confusing and depressing. I was expecting at least a small booklet explaining the progression of the system and the stages/positons of it. A DVD would really be ideal to explain something that if not used correctly can actually damage your horse. Do your research and don’t expect this “system” to explain itself to you. As for me, I’ll be working with my trainer to make sure we get it right because I need something to do while I can’t ride!"
Review 11 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
great product for rated jumpers
November 22, 2010
ByBartmanhj
fromWellington, FL
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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"i was a working student down in Wellington and all the jumpers and hunter derby horse were lunge in it 3 to 4 times a week you cane tell how good this product work in just a few time. i notice better collection and the horse feel like their better balance after wards."
Review 12 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Worth the money
November 18, 2010
Byconclusivelyzipped
fromHidden Valley,CA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
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"I have a fully trained 6 yr old paint as well as his 3 yr old green sister. The lil girl is in the beginning stages of being trained. The system was recommended to me by a fellow trainer. I have been using it for almost a month on the baby and have seen an amazing change in the way she moves. I love this system and will also begin using it on my 6 yr old. I recommend it for anyone who is breaking a baby or is looking to polish a trained horse. Easy to use and set up."
Review 13 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Surprised by How Effective This Equipment Can Be
August 16, 2010
ByDashPonyDriver
fromCentral Valley, California
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Driving
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
3
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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"I am conditioning an American Shetland for driving and he needs all of the muscle that a dressage horse needs. Obviously, he cannot be ridden. I would rate this item even higher for quality and value but there can be issues with the ropes slipping and it seems like a lot of money for mostly rope, a little hardware and a fleecy butt strap. And I had to rework it to fit a small pony! But it has led to a body makeover in just 20 minute sessions a few times a week! It's much less work than harnessing and driving so it's great to get in a valuable training session in the evenings after work. Recommended by my instructor, never would I have believed it would have worked unless I'd seen it myself. Very humane despite the nonsense blogs you see on the 'net. A must have in my tack room!"
Review 14 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
A Keeper in My Tack Room
June 22, 2010
ByDashPonyDriver
fromCentral Valley, California
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Driving
Competitor:Local/Open
Number of Dogs:2
Quality:
4
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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"While somewhat expensive, this system has been invaluable for conditioning a small pony that cannot be ridden in preparation for advanced harness work. The animal really is working in proper self carriage and developing proper muscle tone and a lovely swinging gait, rather than just toodling around on the end of a lunge line. It's also a fairly good "simulator" for young horses that will be wearing harness with breeching. My major complaint is the adjustment hardware on the ropes do not stay in place well. I would rate the equipment MUCH HIGHER if that was remedied. Disregard the blogs on the internet about this system jabbing horses in the mouth with every step of the hind legs which is clearly coming from misunderstanding people that have never seen it in use! My pony has tolerated the gradual adjustments "into frame" over several sessions without ANY resistance or negative effect. I'm not a gadget person, but this is a KEEPER in my tack room!"
Review 15 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Overpriced training product
November 19, 2009
ByBettyAnne
fromNew Hampshire
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
3
of
5
Value:
2
of
5
Durability:
3
of
5
Fit
Excellent
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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"This product is great for someone who does not have the knowledge or education to properly long line a horse. It is rather gimmicky and does not give the trainer as much ability to "adjust" the horse as long lining does. For those who cannot long line, this is probably the next best solution. If you have a very large horse, this product may run too small."
Review 16 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
It works!
May 5, 2009
ByHunter/Jumper/Eq Rider
fromMorgan Hill, CA
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Number of Dogs:2
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
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Review 17 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Such a smart system
January 10, 2008
ByFuzz
fromNortheast
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"I am thrilled with this lungeing system. I am keeping my older horse in work this winter with lots of lungeing. I have used side reins and neck stretchers, but the Pessoa is the only thing that makes him really use his back properly. It's quite easy to put on even though it looks complicated. Adjusting it is also very quick and can be done with the horse wearing it. I feel like the Pessoa is as good as a professional training ride so it's already paid for itself many times over!"
Review 18 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Pessoa Lungeing System
December 30, 2007
By088656
fromMobile, AL
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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"Easier than you think, works better than you think. Be careful to read instructions so you do not move too quickly with horses or overdo-it with them. Slow and Easy, Long and Low is the best advice to start with."
Review 19 for Pessoa Lungeing System
Overall Rating:
Excellent Product
July 22, 2007
ByShell
fromOrlando, FL
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"The system really helps strengthen back muscles and aids the horse in finding their balance at the trot and canter while working off their hindquarters."