Letters: 02/00

…They will have band springs connecting the axle to the trailer — similar to what you see connecting the bed of a pickup to its back axle. Torsion bars look…

Walk Away From DubiousUsed Tack

…foam or lumpy wool, and the seamline should not be too worn. Stirrup bars should be intact. Don’t get wrapped up in the excitement and skimp on fit to nab…

Letters: 09/99

…by a saddler who sees the saddle, horse and rider together will get the balance correct every time. Whether discussing bridging, billets, stirrup bars, blocks or gussets, the article ignores…

Low-Port Kimberwick

…is tightened. The thick, solid mouthpiece is heavy but mild; it rests on the bars unless the horse lifts the bit with the tongue. The action of the loose cheek…

Quarter Horse Western Curb

…strap forward and upward against the horse’s chin groove while the mouthpiece presses down on the tongue, lips, and possibly the bars of the mouth. Both reins used in this…

Orthopedic Pads: Are They Worth It’

…the tree of the saddle distributes pressure. Helps particularly with saddle bridging and uneven pressure. • Fit/Conforms to Back: You get an excellent fit with void areas between bars and…

Cabin Fever Cure

…clean. 4. Let Them Socialize. Even if the horses can’t go out for socialization, getting to see their companions is very important. Stalls with sturdy bars or wire grids on…

Western Saddle Quiz

When talking about a part of your Western saddle, it’s not cool to say “whatchamacallit.” Although admittedly, those are some great candy bars!…