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A post-like appendage sticking up in the front, center of the saddle.
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Is situated at the front of the saddle, right below the horn also called the swell.
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Where the rider’s bottom rest during riding.
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Located at the back of the saddle’s seat it helps keep a rider seated when a horse lurches forward unexpectedly.
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Leather straps found on both sides of the saddle used to hold the saddle in place.
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Extends down from each side of the seat and look like small flaps.
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Is positioned under the jockey, behind the seat, and below the horn.
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Hangs from the sides of the saddle and support the riders’ feet. They help you stay balanced in the saddle; and help you communicate with your horse while riding.
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Found at the rear and front of the saddle. These straps can be used to tie gear to the saddle. Also known as Saddle strings.
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Placed under the horse’s belly and secured to the saddle on either side. The cinch keeps the saddle on the horse!
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A piece of leather that connects the stirrups to the side of a saddle.
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Is designed to be added to a saddle to carry the latigo or tie straps.
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A quick way to attach breastplates. Designed to wrap around the stirrup bar and easily attach the breastplate.
