Your saddle is designed to make it comfortable for your horse. It should also be comfortable for the rider. First a blanket is placed over the back. Then a pad goes on top of the blanket. It should extend beyond the edges of the saddle on the front, back and sides. This and all saddle accessories can be color coordinated.
It is held in place by the cinch strap, which is attached on both sides and goes under the stomach of the horse. There are cinch straps in various materials ranging from rope to leather. They may be cushioned on the side that comes into contact with the belly.
The stirrups lie on either side and the rider places her or his feet in them for balance. The length can be adjusted to fit the height of the rider. To mount, the left foot is put in the left stirrup and the right leg swung up over the back of the equine.
Although the stirrups are not meant for decorative purposes, they can be ornate. Some are flashy and used for riding in parades. They can be made of wood, aluminum or leather.
A saddle can be beige, brown or black. Some competitions award a silver saddle to the winner, which is used for special occasions. There are specific ones for roping, barrel racing and trail riding.
Moisturizing soap is used to keep the leather conditioned and avoid cracking. This should be done frequently if you ride every day. For transporting, there are cases that completely cover the leather and keep it clean.
The bridle is a headpiece that is usually made of leather. It fits over the head, rests behind the ears and holds the bit which is used to signal the equine when to stop and turn in either direction. The reins are attached on either side of the bit.
There are different styles of bits. One is the snaffle bit and another is the shank style. There are variations and each horse may be controlled more efficiently with one style or the other. The Hackamore is a training device which exerts pressure on the nose, used for training the green horse.
English riders use a bridle with two sets of reins. Two reins are held in each hand. The Western rider uses one set of reins and holds both in the left hand as he or she rides. If the horse is well-trained, it will stop, turn to either side and back up in response to signals transmitted by the reins.
After removing the bridle, it will be replaced by the halter. It is like a bridle without a bit with a ring under the chin to which a lead rope is attached. The owner is then able to lead the animal into the barn, or out to pasture for the night.
Some owners put a horse blanket on in the winter. Once a horse starts wearing a blanket for warmth, it should be worn all the time. Once used, the coat does not grow in as thick and the horse would be cold without it.
It is held in place by the cinch strap, which is attached on both sides and goes under the stomach of the horse. There are cinch straps in various materials ranging from rope to leather. They may be cushioned on the side that comes into contact with the belly.
The stirrups lie on either side and the rider places her or his feet in them for balance. The length can be adjusted to fit the height of the rider. To mount, the left foot is put in the left stirrup and the right leg swung up over the back of the equine.
Although the stirrups are not meant for decorative purposes, they can be ornate. Some are flashy and used for riding in parades. They can be made of wood, aluminum or leather.
A saddle can be beige, brown or black. Some competitions award a silver saddle to the winner, which is used for special occasions. There are specific ones for roping, barrel racing and trail riding.
Moisturizing soap is used to keep the leather conditioned and avoid cracking. This should be done frequently if you ride every day. For transporting, there are cases that completely cover the leather and keep it clean.
The bridle is a headpiece that is usually made of leather. It fits over the head, rests behind the ears and holds the bit which is used to signal the equine when to stop and turn in either direction. The reins are attached on either side of the bit.
There are different styles of bits. One is the snaffle bit and another is the shank style. There are variations and each horse may be controlled more efficiently with one style or the other. The Hackamore is a training device which exerts pressure on the nose, used for training the green horse.
English riders use a bridle with two sets of reins. Two reins are held in each hand. The Western rider uses one set of reins and holds both in the left hand as he or she rides. If the horse is well-trained, it will stop, turn to either side and back up in response to signals transmitted by the reins.
After removing the bridle, it will be replaced by the halter. It is like a bridle without a bit with a ring under the chin to which a lead rope is attached. The owner is then able to lead the animal into the barn, or out to pasture for the night.
Some owners put a horse blanket on in the winter. Once a horse starts wearing a blanket for warmth, it should be worn all the time. Once used, the coat does not grow in as thick and the horse would be cold without it.
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