Learn how to saddle a horse and attach a saddle pad to yourhorse in this free equestrian video on horse care and riding and tacking up a horse. Expert: Mara Keith-Hunter Contact: www.sycamore-stables.com Bio: Mara Keith-Hunter is a lifelong equestrian and head coach for the Hampshire College equestrian team. She rode in the Intercollegiate National [...]
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There are two basic types of martingales, the standing martingale and the running martingale. Depending on your discipline and your purpose, both have their place in your training repertoire.
Standing martingales are common in the hunter ring. They are legal for use over fences, but are not acceptable on the flat.
A standing martingale consists [...]
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Understanding what all those Straps are for
While most horse people are familiar with what parts make up a bridle, it is remarkable how few truly understand what goes into it. With so many parts, it is no wonder that people don’t consider the reasons for them. In fact, it is not unusual to see someone [...]