English Riding Tack
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Shires Double Jointed Copper Lozenge Pelham
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Nunn Finer Ultra No Slip Contour Pad Cob Bk/Wh
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Nunn Finer 5-Way Hunting Breastplate Cob Hav/Brass
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Nunn Finer Large Pad Clincher Browband Cob Blk/Bra
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Nunn Finer Gag Cheeks Cob Havana
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Nunn Finer Hunting Breastplate Elastic Cob Blk/Brs
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Nunn Finer Sure Grip Reins with Stops 5/8 x 58 Havana
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Nunn Finer Rubber Reins 5/8 5/8in x 30in Blk
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Nunn Finer Event Bridle Cob Blk/Brass
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Nunn Finer Flash Attachment
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Nunn Finer Sure Grip Pony Draw Reins Pony Havana
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Nunn Finer Bella Donna DrawReins wRope Leather Hav
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Nunn Finer German Martingale Rein Set 5/8 x 24 Brn
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Nunn Finer Fine Pimple Rubber Reins 3/4x60 Blk
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Nunn Finer Bella Donna Rope Running Attachment Hav
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Nunn Finer Figure 8 With Rings Cob Black/Brass
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Nunn Finer Modified Waterford Cartwheel Bit 5.5
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Nunn Finer Piaffe Girth 20 Blk
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Nunn Finer Detachable Neck Strap Black/Brass
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Nunn Finer Nylon 1In Stirrup Leather 1in x 48in
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Nunn Finer Passage Girth 20 Black
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Nunn Finer Jumper Breastplate Cob Blk/Brass
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Nunn Finer Rubber Reins with Hand Stops 5/8 x 58
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Nunn Finer Pony Soft Grip Rubber Reins Pony Havana
Regular price $120.00 -
Nunn Finer Rubber Reins 3/4 3/4x30FinePimple Blk
Regular price $142.00 -
Nunn Finer Stefania Figure 8 Bridle Cob Havana
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Nunn Finer Bella Donna Elastic Running Attach Hav
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Nunn Finer Pelham Reins Hook Studs
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Nunn Finer Gianna Flash Bridle Cob Havana
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DaVinci Flat Rubber Reins/Hook
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Collegiate Essential Cheek Pieces
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Collegiate Essential Headpiece
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DaVinci Raised Bridle/Laced Reins
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EquiRoyal X - Long Stirrup Leather
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M. Toulouse Platinum Double Leather Stirrup Leathe
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Zilco Ultra Endurance Breastplate Arab/Full White/
Regular price $179.95
The English saddle is smaller and lighter than a Western saddle, with no saddle horn, traditionally used for such activities as dressage, hunting, jumping, and polo. While the Western saddle is designed for the rider’s long-term comfort, its English counterpart is meant to bring the rider into closer contact with the horse. The simple elegance of the saddle is matched by the rider’s clothing, with the high boots, helmet, breeches, and jacket.
There are three main types of English saddles:
- Dressage saddles have a deep seat and straight flaps to allow the rider’s leg position to be lengthened.
- Close contact saddles have a more curved flap and minimal padding, and are used for jumping activities.
- All-purpose saddles combine aspects of both, to be used for straight riding as well as jumping.
In English riding, the tack is different as well. For one, the reins are meant to be held in both hands, to give the rider more control over the various movements and jumps the horse may be required to do.
Key English tack includes:
- Halter: a nylon, cotton, or leather rope or strap attached the head gear to lead or to tie the horse.
- Cross-tie: used to secure the horse during grooming or saddling, attached to the D-rings at each side of the halter.
- Bridle: Consists of three parts:
- Stirrups: iron frames where the rider’s feet rest, attached to the saddle by stirrup leathers.
- Girth: holds the saddle in place, often made from leather.
- Saddle pads: helps add cushioned comfort to the rider.