What is the front of an English saddle called?
Pommel
What type of girth is best?
Discover the most comfortable girths and cinches
| Girth | Category |
|---|---|
| Professionals Choice SMX Girth (English) | Best All-Around English Girth |
| Horze Belly Guard Girth (English) | Best Jumping Girth (with stud guard) |
| HDR Contoured Leather Girth (English) | Best Jumping Girth (without stud guard) |
What is a roper cinch?
Roper. This style widens through the middle of the cinch (see “Mohair” photo on page 38), providing more surface area for the saddle to secure. Though it’s called the roper, it’s used in non-roping, high-performance riding, too. It also provides security for horses with low withers to keep your saddle from rolling.
Where should a girth sit on a horse?
A correctly fastened girth should rest approximately one hand’s width behind the horse’s elbows.
How do you determine what size saddle you need?
There should be about four inches between your body and the swell of the saddle. Anything less than that may mean a too-small saddle, and a bigger gap means the saddle may be on the large size. Larger may be more comfortable for you. Western riders with longer legs should choose a larger-size saddle.
Where should the cinch sit on a horse?
The lowest point your cinch should sit is 3-4″ above the elbow. This allows clearance and no interference when riding. The best way to get an accurate cinch size is to take a string and hold it on one side 3-4″ above the elbow. Then you run it under the horse, to the same point on the other side.
How do I measure my horse for a cinch?
How to determine your cinch size: Measure your horse from the center of the underside of his chest in the girth area. Bring the tape up to just below the widest part of his ribcage (about 4″ above and behind the elbow). Multiply this measurement by two and you will have a good idea of what size cinch your horse needs.