With all of the variations of saddles, horses and riders, choosing a new saddle can be a daunting task. This guide will provide you with some basic information to assist you in determining the proper saddle fit for your horse.
Most horses turn to one side easier than to the other, but a good horse training book should explain in detail how to get a horse balanced out and even on the bit. A good horse training book or horsemanship manual should teach you how to get a horse supple in the neck so it flexes at the pole and becomes light in the bridle.
Whilst it can be tempting to leave cleaning your saddle to the day before a show or competition, regular cleaning of your saddle should be an essential part of your routine. Correct care of horse saddles helps to extend their useable life, which will help you to save money in the long run. It also allows you to closely inspect your saddle for any faults in the leather or stitching, which can help to avoid an accident or injury when you are in the saddle.
Horse saddle rigging is the term used to describe the process of securing the horse’s saddle to the horse by way of a cinch or girth. This article will provide you with some of the basics of saddle rigging, including an explanation of the various rigging types and positions.
The fox-hunting season is upon us so here are some useful bits of information for those going hunting for the first time. This includes what should be worn at certain events.
There are many rules, traditions and guidelines to be aware of when hunting. When arriving at a meet it is important to familiarise yourself with whom the hunt staff are.
Your new horse seemed so perfect when you tried her. But, now that you’ve had her home for a few days, she’s spooky, difficult to mount and anxious when ridden. You’re wondering if you made a mistake buying her. This article explains 5 reasons for your horse’s change in behaviour and offers tips for building a better relationship with your horse from the start.
There’s a line in the 1985 movie “Murphy’s Romance” with James Garner and Sally Field. They are at the horse auction and the auctioneer says “We’ve got some bargains and some surprises here today folks, your job is to figure which is which.” Sadly, too many people selling something you might want tend to keep the surprises to themselves If your local car dealer takes a clunker to the auto auction and does not disclose the surprises, he could be banned from future auctions if his secret is uncovered. So for the most part, cars from the reputable auctions are as they appear; no surprises.
Did you ever wonder what defines a Barrel Racing Saddle verses a Cutting Saddle, a Rough-Out Saddle or a Show Saddle? There are numerous Western Saddle styles and each is designed for a unique purpose in mind. This article describes the main characteristics of these saddle styles.
Did you ever wonder what are the differences between the various styles of Western Saddles? There are numerous styles and each is designed for a distinct purpose. This article describes the main characteristics of Endurance Saddles, Ranch Saddles, Roping Saddles and Trail Saddles to enable you to make an educated decision when choosing a new saddle.
