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The tree shapes the horse saddle. Depending on the saddle's manufacturer, a saddle's tree can be made of wood or synthetic materials, such as fiberglass. In recent years, some manufacturers have...

Horses that refuse to walk are often anxious or overly excited, or they have never been expected to walk by riders before you. The more anxious or excited your horse is, the more quiet and relaxed...

Without the appropriate style of saddle for your discipline, you will find it very difficult to ride your horse properly. In reining, you may have problems moving your hands to steer your horse or...

Having the right equipment with the proper fit is essential to reduce injuries and increase comfort when riding horses. The comfort of your horse is equally important. A well-fitting saddle will...

The Belgian draft horse is a breed of work horse that was developed, as its name suggests, in Belgium. It is the most popular breed of work horse in the United States. According to the Belgian...

English horseback riding uses a light and shallow saddle with stirrups positioned to hold your legs and feet at an angle. This provides the rider with a great deal of balance and control over the...

An older used saddle of any brand can be as good as a more recent, but still second-hand model, or even a brand-new saddle. If an older saddle has been taken care of, it should be perfectly...

Saddles date back to the ancient Assyrians, according to Limbrook Livery Stable in Essex, England. The western-style stock saddle that we know today, often referred to as a "cowboy" saddle, was...

Mounting a horse can be dangerous to the rider as well as the horse if done improperly. It would do a person well to be familiar with the steps necessary to mount a horse correctly. Think about...

A movement where you rise up and sit down to the rhythm of your horse's trot, posting or rising, to the trot is an integral part of learning to ride in an English saddle. If you are going to...

Backing your horse in circles is an exercise recommended by reining trainer Mario Boisjoli for teaching his amateur riders to change leads on their horses during reining patterns. It is an...

A properly sized saddle pad is essential for your horse's comfort and safety during a ride. If your saddle pad is too small, your horse will not be protected from the rough underside of your...

When used properly, Western riding spurs (or metal pegs) that are fitted to your riding boots by way of a leather strap, can be a useful riding tool. A spur allows you to apply gentle pressure to...

The right saddle is an integral part of your child's riding experience. A proper saddle makes riding easier and is more comfortable, especially if your child plans a long ride. Consider the horse...

Proper saddle fit for both horse and rider is important to make sure both are able to move freely and comfortably during the riding session. An English saddle should make a rider feel secure while...

Stubben is a very popular German saddle brand that was established in 1894 that offers jumping, dressage and all-purpose models of English saddles. Stubben saddles are now manufactured in...

The saddle tree is the skeleton of your saddle and is usually made of wood or synthetic materials, depending on the manufacturer and even the model of saddle. Saddle tree size is an important part...

This article is to give one the basics of mounting and dismounting a horse.

Some people are choosing to ride in treeless saddles if they are having difficulty fitting a horse. Though these saddles are treeless, they still need to be fit to the horse, and especially the...

Horseback riders use different types of saddles for different equestrian sports, and although each type of saddle looks and feels different from another, they all have basically the same parts...

Treeless saddles are designed to fit the back of any healthy horse--from the round, low-withered draft horse to the high-withered, muscular thoroughbred. Without the solid "tree" that runs down...

You can get very creative about displaying your ribbons for other people to see. You probably won't want to display every ribbon you've ever won, but those ribbons that are closest to your heart...

Having an appropriate harness is important when you want to drive your horse, and all of the pieces are necessary to have a safe driving outing. In the Threshold Picture Guide book "Driving Do's...

Several factors help determine the correct size of an English saddle for a particular horse and rider. Factors include the type of English saddle, the fit to the horse, the rider's fit to the seat...

Do you want to sell your horse online to attract more potential buyers? Selling your horse online allows you to reach buyers that are out of state or sometimes even overseas. Learn how to...

The snaffle bit, widely used in both Western and English styles of horseback riding, may have originated in ancient times. You can imagine a bone or branch placed in a horse's mouth with reins...

A saddle tree lifts a saddle up off the horse's back and distributes a rider's weight evenly on either side of the horse's spine. A treeless saddle is designed to approximate the feeling of riding...

Proper grooming is a critical component of your horse's health. Grooming your horse not only removes dirt and debris that make your horse uncomfortable, it allows you to inspect your horse for...

Horseback riding can be a leisurely experience or a thrilling one--it's all what you make of it. There are companies that offer slow trail rides for tourists that require no real experience, or...

The bit has been one of the key parts of equestrian practices and horse riding since the sport was first developed. In general practice, the bit is a carefully constructed piece of metal that is...

The lovely and well-manicured grounds of Keeneland are at the center of the Bluegrass horse industry. The facility is both a major racetrack and an important facility for horse sales. It's a...

So you have mastered the timing needed to post a trot, and can post on the correct diagonal. Now, it's time to practice posting correctly. Incorrect posting can create a burden on your horse's...

Lessons provide an excellent learning environment for young equestrians looking to improve their riding skills. Instructors can help girls who ride at all levels develop a better seat, work on...

Planning a horse riding route is relatively simple if you are riding in a familiar area. On the other hand, if you will be riding in a new area, the trip will require a bit more planning.

The easiest way to earn some profit from a horse race.

The Gorge Amphitheater, known as the Gorge, is a popular concert venue located in George, Washington. Past years have seen artists such as the Vans Warped Tour, Coldplay, Phish and the Dave...

Riding saddles come in many varieties, however, they all share basic traits. The two greatest differences in riding saddles are between English-style saddles and Western-style saddles. Different...

Before riders are admitted into an adaptive horse riding program they often have a onetime lesson to assess their abilities and see how they will react to the horses. Learn about evaluations in...

English dressage saddles are used more in an upper level riding lesson. Learn about dressage saddles in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation...

Western saddles are often used with beginning riders because they provide a little more stability. Learn about Western saddles in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this...

Neoprene saddles are used with riders who have less mobility. Learn about neoprene saddles in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation video.

Bareback pads allow riders to benefit more from the horse's movement. Learn about bareback saddles in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation video.

One of the roles of an adaptive horse riding assistant is side-walking. Learn about assistants in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation video.

Indoor, heated arenas allow for year round adaptive horse riding lessons. Learn about facilities for adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation video.

Some examples of disabilities that may be found in people who participate in adaptive horse riding might be cerebral palsy, developmental disabilities, autism, down syndrome. Learn about ability...

Weight and mobility may be limitations that would prevent a person from adaptive horse riding. Learn about physical limitations in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this...

It has been proven that the natural movement of the horse stimulates the muscles that are used for walking. The act of sitting on the horse helps to develop the muscles needed to be able to walk...

Group adaptive horse riding lessons provide different opportunities for improving communication abilities. Learn about communication activity in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program...

What to look for in a therapeutic horse is a good temperament, not easily spooked or flustered, a horse with training and ability to respond to rider's aids, very patient and no major vices, that...

Many adaptive horse rider use a ramp or blocks for mounting their horses. Learn about mounting in adaptive horse riding from an equestrian program manager in this free sports and recreation video.