How to Select Horse Training Equipment

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When selecting the correct training equipment for your horse, there are several factors to keep in mind: the size of your horse, his level of training, your primary discipline, and your training goals.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Step1
Speak with your trainer to determine what your training goals are, and make a list of the training equipment necessary to achieve these goals. Because tack can be very expensive, it's often a good idea to rank the equipment in order of necessity. What items do you need today to work with your horse? What can you put off purchasing for a few months? A year?
Step2
Visit your local tack shop and browse their selection. Tack shop employees know their inventory and can steer you to the correct equipment.
Step3
Choose basic tack that you'll use over the lifetime of your horse, such as saddles and bridles, in the highest quality leather you can afford. You want this equipment to last a long time and hold up through heavy use.
Step4
Always select the mildest bit that your horse will go in. A single- or double-jointed snaffle is an excellent choice for any discipline. Look for a bit with a copper or mixed-metal mouthpiece.
Step5
When selecting a halter, make sure you choose one that will b
Step6
A lunge line, lunge whip, long lines and side reins will allow you to train your horse from the ground, and are a great addition to any horse owner's tack room

Tips & Warnings

  • Always opt for the safest equipment first and personal style preferences second.
  • Equipment failure can be bad for both the rider and the horse, so check equipment often to make sure it is safe and still functional.

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