Although perhaps Merry and Pippin may have been tall enough to ride a horse, it is probably more of a question of skill. My guess is that neither of them possessed the horseback riding ability to keep up with the Rohirrim.
Could you provide a quote that says that Bandobras Took was capable of riding a full-grown horse? I must have read it, but I forget the exact words. Thanks.
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