How does the saddle work?

Answer 1

A jumping saddle is often used for riders in horse equestrian competitions. It is designed to seat the rider more forward, closer to the horse. It is often used in vaulting and reining.

Answer 2

The saddle can be made up of four textures- Leather (Most used), Rubber, Cotton, and, widely used in the 'cavalry' ages, rawhide (used for the base. It is attached by a strap of different sizes called a 'girth', which wraps from one end of the saddle under the horse and ends on the other side. It MUST hug the horse to prevent any saddle movement. The saddle is made up of many parts. There are- Stirrups, Horn, Seat, Leg Strap, Spine, and more. The horn is used for balance on a western saddle. On an English there are no horns. You can add a breast collar for more support as far as keeping the saddle in place (keeps it from moving back) and sometimes a 'rear strap' which wraps around the horse's tail to keep it from moving forward (mostly on an English saddle).

Answer 3

The saddle is an item of tack which is secured onto the horses back for riding by the girth (a strap which goes under the horse's belly and is tightened as the horse breathed in and out throughout the ride to make sure the saddle does not slip). The main reason for a saddle is to support the rider in their seat when they ride, and with the aid of the stirrups it helps for a quick and easy mount onto the horse. There are different types of saddles, made for different types of riding, or simply eventing.

Answer 4

They are used to help aid people riding horses. The saddle is placed upon the horse's back.

Answer 5

a western saddle is used for western style riding.