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    $\begingroup$ I also see endurance as the primary inhibitor to bear cavalry. The hallmark of cavalry is the ability to cover long distances quickly, Bears are fast in sprint (terrifyingly fast) but they can only sprint. $\endgroup$
    – Green
    Commented Mar 21, 2016 at 13:02
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    $\begingroup$ Polar bears might fit the bill, but still seems less likely $\endgroup$
    – Wayne Werner
    Commented Mar 21, 2016 at 13:14
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    $\begingroup$ But bears would be better for short-distance cavalry combat , seeing as they already have claws and teeth and are adapted to use them , whereas horses , camels do not . Of course , elephants are out of the question $\endgroup$
    – spark
    Commented Mar 21, 2016 at 13:16
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    $\begingroup$ @Green: In most cases your cavalry will not be riding alone, but will be operating with infantry support and a large supply train behind. While bears would not make good scouts/skirmish cavalry, they could certainly hold their own as heavy cavalry in your army. $\endgroup$
    – fgysin
    Commented Mar 21, 2016 at 13:42
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    $\begingroup$ @fgysin, that is an excellent point. I had forgotten about heavy cavalry. $\endgroup$
    – Green
    Commented Mar 21, 2016 at 13:43