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Evaluating the suitability of an English saddle for a horse and rider combination
Author(s) -
Bondi A.,
Norton S.,
Pearman L.,
Dyson S.
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
equine veterinary education
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.304
H-Index - 31
eISSN - 2042-3292
pISSN - 0957-7734
DOI - 10.1111/eve.13158
Subject(s) - saddle , saddle point , computer science , structural engineering , mathematics , engineering , geometry
Summary Correct saddle‐fit for horse and rider is crucial for optimal comfort and performance. Poor saddle‐fit is a frequent contributor to suboptimal performance but is often overlooked. The most common problems are incorrect tree width, the saddle positioned too close to the scapulae thus compromising forelimb movement, a pommel with inadequate clearance at the withers or a gullet which is effectively made too small by excessive padding under the saddle. The saddle provides the interface between the rider and the horse's thoracolumbar region. A rider that is too large for the saddle, out of balance or crooked will result in uneven force distribution under the saddle. Thus, rider position and stability in the saddle are also of vital importance for optimal performance. The assessment of saddle‐fit for horse and rider is considered an integral part of poor performance evaluation.

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