This skill covers the ability to ride a mount. You do not need to roll this skill every round spent riding, only a single skill rank is necessary to ride normally; this skill need be rolled only when attempting something more exceptional than remaining in the saddle; like roping another animal while moving, controlling the mount in combat, controlling the mount when it has been frightened, having the mount jump, or climb steep slopes. Higher skill ranks enhance the chance of retaining control of the animal (when it is startled or hostile) or gaining control of an unfamiliar animal (of the type you have skill with).

Normally, only one instance of this skill is ever required since most mounts share a number of similar traits. However, it is recommended that land-based mounts and flying mounts (such as a winged horse or gryphon) be treated as separate skills and learned separately.