"The Den of the Lions" (Vox): "Stable Magic Wand" - training aid for horsemen

Created: 05/29/2022, 09:00

By: Lara-Sabrina Kiehl

A fine connection to the horse's mouth, better balance and more empathy.

That's what "Stable Magic Wand" by Alexandra Knabbe promises.

Loxstedt – Being in harmony with the horse and riding effortlessly with almost invisible aids is the dearest wish of many riders.

But the way there is not easy.

A finely tuned aid through weight, leg and rein aids requires a lot of practice and, above all, a feeling for the horse and its movement.

Alexandra Knabbe also knows that restless reining stands in the way of this goal and damages the horse and would like to help riders to achieve more balance and empathy with her "Stable Magic Wand".

The Lion's Den (Vox): Stable Magic Wand - 05/30/2022 8:15 p.m

The 53-year-old was born with a love of horses: “I have never forgotten the moment when I consciously sat on a horse for the first time, it just fascinated me.” Grown up with horses, works the North German for many years as a trainer of riders and horses at her family's stud farm.

In the Netherlands, riders who weigh too much are no longer allowed on a horse at a riding stable.

“It is particularly important to me that we treat the horses with care.

Also train them in such a way that the horse balances and the rider's body empathizes with the movement of the horse.

This is the only way to guarantee that the horse is not harmed and can walk under you in a relaxed manner,” Alexandra describes her philosophy.  

Alexandra Knabbe presents her invention, the "Stable Magic Magic City" in the lion's den.

© RTL/Bernd-Michael Maurer

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In addition to the weight and leg aids, the rider can also influence the horse with rein aids.

But the mouth is sensitive, which is why restless rider hands or pulling and tugging movements can quickly cause pain to the animal.

In order to prevent this and to train proper riding, Alexandra worked on a tool and developed "Stable Magic Wand".

It is intended to give riders better balance and sensitivity to the movement of the horse.

A study proves that riding effectively trains the muscles of the rider.

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But how is that supposed to work?

The rider holds the magic wand between his hands with the reins picked up and thanks to the heart in the middle it is shown whether the reins are being guided in the middle of the horse or whether he has to correct them.

The magic wand weighs only 14 grams and the rider's thumb can be accommodated in the indentations on the left and right for easy handling.

Alexandra needs 50,000 euros for sales and marketing measures and in return offers 25 percent of her company shares.

But will she be able to inspire the lions with her idea and go home with a deal?