Saddle is not just a competition
The Changes of the Saddle
With the beginning of the colonial era and the prosperity of maritime trade, horses with suitable saddles exponentially accelerated the efficiency of management within the empire, the speed of information transmission between civilizations, and the frequent trade and transportation efficiency also led to a more prosperous economy.
This combination of a rigid saddle and stirrups, similar to the shape of the saddle we see today, became a decisive factor in the course of history. Cavalry replaced infantry as the main force in medieval warfare, and both the European Crusaders and the Mongol cavalry quickly occupied the pages of world history due to the evolution of saddles and stirrups.
How the rider chooses the right saddle for him
The Secrets of Choosing Saddle
The obstacle saddle is designed for field obstacles, and its large saddle bag is designed to give the rider more support on the rider's legs during jumping. The obstacle saddle has a flatter saddle and a lower front saddle bridge, which allows the rider to move more flexibly on horseback.
In particular, it is easier to move forward and off the horse's back when jumping, making it easier to jump. The stirrup leather is shorter and the saddle wings are more prominent to extend forward and downward, giving the rider plenty of room for knee support when using short stirups. The saddle frame is elastic.
8-point check for picking a saddle
The Eight Points of Saddle Fitting
The saddle is one of the most important elements of equestrian equipment, it is the direct link between the rider and the horse's back. It is a misconception that many people only focus on the color, design and saddle size when choosing a saddle, rather than according to the horse's condition.
A comfortable and durable saddle will not only improve the rider's comfort on the horse's back, but also help reduce pressure on the horse's back and protect the horse's back. However, if the choice is wrong, it will cause great damage to the horse's back and affect the rider's riding efficiency.
An armature full of wisdom
Cute and hateful
The Bits Full of Wisdom
There are many different types of mouths in horses, but they are often overlooked. Before you go to a harness shop to buy a new armature iron, you should take a good look at your horse. First, observe the horse's mouth from its appearance. Whether the horse has a large head, a protruding muzzle, and a rather large mouth, such as a warmblood. Or, on the contrary, it has a delicate nose and a small mouth, such as an Arabian horse or a thoroughbred.
To be precise, the width of the horse's mouth can also be measured with a smooth-surfaced whip or straw. Place the whip or straw in the middle of the horse's mouth, as if wearing an armature. Then, mark the whip or straw on the sides of your lips and measure it out. This is the minimum width of the armature that will be purchased.
Step into the world of Shuiler
Teach you how to pick a water sler
Choosing the Right Bridle
The top leather is the part of the water that is located behind the horse's ears. When water is placed on a horse's head, the top leather is a strap that is lifted and threaded through the horse's ears and then placed on the part of the head. The top leather can be a simple nylon strap or a thick leather strap with upholstery.
The forehead leather is a band located on the forehead of the horse's ears. It is used in conjunction with the top leather to securely and stably attach the water strangle to the horse's head. The length of the forehead leather is not adjustable, so it is especially important to measure the horse's head and buy the right size forehead leather.
The role and choice of horse leggings and horse leggings
Why Do Horses Need Boots & Bandages
and Which is Best
Putting leggings and leggings on horses Tip: Leggings need to fit snugly on the horse's legs in order to function. If the leg guard shakes when the horse walks, it is too loose, but it must not be tied too tightly and must be worn comfortably with enough room to insert one finger between the leg and the legging.
If it's too tight, it can squeeze the tendons or restrict blood circulation, and if it's too loose or dirty, the sand from the field may get inside the leg guard and become an irritant. Many leggings have the right or left leg marked, and the fastener should fit on the outside of the leg at the end. Leg guards should be removed as soon as possible after exercise to avoid heat build-up.
Insight into the risks of equestrian sports
Risk Management is a Must
Torso injuries are more common among riders with more severe injuries. For example, speed riders and show jumping riders have a greater impact on the ground when they fall, and more than half of the patients have suffered rib fractures, clavicle fractures, and pneumothorax.
Spinal injuries, pelvic injuries, and horse falls were also significantly linked, with sacral and coccygeal injuries accounting for a large proportion of spinal injuries, while lumbar and thoracic spine injuries were more common than cervical injuries. It is worth mentioning that the introduction of neck protection equipment, which is compressed into the collar of a knight's suit and suddenly hardens when impacted, forming a protective collar, the technology of which is inspired by the protective equipment of sports such as hockey.
Equestrian beginner's gear shopping list
Horse Rider Shopping List
A knight's uniform consists of a top and a bottom, with bottoms often being more important than tops. The fabric of professional breeches is light and stretchy, so it not only fits snugly on the legs, but also does not restrict movement. The buttocks and inner legs are usually made of gripping materials that increase friction between the breeches and the saddle.
It is especially recommended to choose silicone breeches, among which full silicone breeches are preferred, because the silicone area is larger, which will allow beginners to get a stable "saddle feeling". In particular, if it is the first time to ride a horse without breeches, you must not wear pants with a very slippery fabric, and you can choose jeans with relatively frictional fabric to save the scene.
International first-line fashion brand
Why do they all prefer equestrianism?
Equestrian Influence on Fashion
High-end sports have always been one of the important sources of inspiration for ready-to-wear designers, inspired by equestrianism, many first-line high-end fashion brands bring their love for equestrianism into fashion through equestrian elements, such as horsebits, horseshoe patterns and other elements in Gucci, Hermès, Chanel and other brands of ready-to-wear design;
And when it comes to clothing, equestrian fashion styles tend to combine polo shirts or T-shirts with leggings, tweed shirts around the waist, and knee-high leather boots on the legs. This style is especially popular with women who prefer a unisex style. Chanel, in particular, also introduced Jodhpur trousers, a shape inspired by the loose harem pants in India.
How to dress up for an equestrian rider
Dress to Impress
If the appearance of equestrian equipment has long been a foregone conclusion, then color matching is a subject worthy of repeated scrutiny. A well-thought-out combination can not only enhance the appearance of the human-horse combination in daily training, but also make the horse-horse combination shine on the field.
For example, chestnut and light horses look better with earth tones, and tobacco yellow, forest green and slate gray can also collide with them to create a different "chemical reaction". If you're feeling adventurous, opt for some trendy colors like sky blue, avocado green or topaz.