English Saddles and the Importance
May 28th, 2008
My first experience riding a horse was bittersweet. It was amazing to sit atop such a beautiful, strong, and gentle creature. I’ve always been scared of horses, so I felt empowered to finally face that fear and discover that they’re such majestic, exquisite creatures. Even though my horse was very good natured and calm, I had a lot of difficulty maintaining my balance. Afterward, I found out that English saddles must fit both the horse and the rider properly. My difficulties staying in the saddle were partly due to my nervousness and inexperience, but I think improper fit also contributed. Now that I know what went wrong and how to fix it, I’m eager to try again!
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