Relaxed Stride is a term used to describe the gait of a horse. It is also known as a LOPE, which is a four-letter word that can be found in crosswords. Relaxed Stride is a slow, easy gait that is comfortable for both the horse and the rider. It is a three-beat gait that is faster than a walk but slower than a gallop. The horse's legs move in a diagonal pattern, with the hind legs moving forward before the front legs. This gait is often used in western riding disciplines such as trail riding, reining, and cutting.