Pony Saddles – The Parts of the Saddle or How to Tell Your Gullet From Your Cantle

Feb.08, 2011 in Western Horse Saddles

Pony Saddles - The Parts of the Saddle or How to Tell Your Gullet From Your Cantle

Free Online Articles Directory

Why Submit Articles?
Top Authors
Top Articles
FAQ
ABAnswers

Publish Article

0 && $. browser. msie ) {
var ie_version = parseInt($. browser. version);
if(ie_version Login

Email
Password

Remember me?Lost Password?

Home Page > Sports and Fitness > Equestrian > Pony Saddles - The Parts of the Saddle or How to Tell Your Gullet From Your Cantle

Pony Saddles - The Parts of the Saddle or How to Tell Your Gullet From Your Cantle

Edit Article |

Posted: May 19, 2010 |Comments: 0
|

]]>

The Saddle Tree is the foundation of the saddle and will be either of 2 types - rigid or spring. A spring tree is usually used in English saddles, and a rigid tree in Western saddles. For spring trees the shape is created from a base constructed from thin plywood, layered over with fibreglass for strength. Steel strips placed beneath the saddle from front to back give the spring. A rigid tree is made from either wood wrapped with leather, or pressure molded fibreglass and wood shavings. Additional strength is provided by steel plates on the underside of the saddle. Another type of saddle is the Treeless Saddle in which the support is provided by a fibreglass pommel and cantle instead of a tree.
The Pommel is the front part of the saddle that rises to skim over the pony's withers.
The Cantle is the part that rises at the back of the seat.
The Seat is the part of the saddle where the rider sits and is found between the pommel and cantle.
The Stirrup Leathers hold the stirrups. They are usually leather straps (or they may be made from webbing) and are fastened to horizontal bars placed beneath the skirt. These bars are made in two pieces ,a bar and a movable catch to secure the stirrup leather and to release it should the rider fall from the pony.
The Stirrup Irons or stirrups hang from the stirrup leathers and support the rider's feet.
The Flap provides protection between the rider's legs and the girth buckles. It is made from leather and is found covering the girth strap.
The Girth Straps hold the buckles which fasten the girth to the saddle and are usually made from either webbing or leather.
The Knee Roll supports the rider's knee with extra padding.
The Outer Panels are part of the saddle padding and are found underneath the skirt. They are there to help spread the rider's weight over the pony's back and are made from leather with felt or wool padding.
The Keeper holds the end of the stirrup leather to stop it flapping about.
The Gullet is a groove running from front to back underneath the saddle.
The Skirt is the large leather flap on either side of the saddle.
D-Rings are useful on a saddle as they provide a means of hanging essential equipment from the saddle.

Retrieved from "http://www. articlesbase. com/equestrian-articles/pony-saddles-the-parts-of-the-saddle-or-how-to-tell-your-gullet-from-your-cantle-2406706. html"

(ArticlesBase SC #2406706)

Liked this article? Click here to publish it on your website or blog, it's free and easy!

Joy Gregory -
About the Author:Visit us for more articles on pony saddles and how to take care of your pony saddle.

]]>

Questions and Answers

Ask our experts your Equestrian related questions here. . .

200 Characters left
Ask

Rate this Article

1
2
3
4
5

vote(s)
0 vote(s)

Feedback
RSS
Print
Email
Re-Publish

Source: http://www. articlesbase. com/equestrian-articles/pony-saddles-the-parts-of-the-saddle-or-how-to-tell-your-gullet-from-your-cantle-2406706. html

Article Tags:
pony, saddle, saddle tree, treeless, pommel, cantle, stirrups, stirrup leathers, flap, girth, keeper

Related Videos

Latest Equestrian Articles
More from Joy Gregory

Red Dead Redemption "Life In The West" Trailer

Find out in this trailer how the lifestyle was in the Wild Wild West with Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption. Saddle up boys, we're going hunting. (03:42)

How to Fit a Saddle Comfortably on a Horse - with Laura Bechtolsheimer

Putting a saddle and numnah on your horse's back may seem fairly basic but if it's done badly, it can cause unnecessary problems. Assuming you have already asked a saddle-fitter to check your saddle fits correctly, top dressage rider, Laura Behctolsheimer offers some handy hints to ensure it sits well on your horse's back, there are no pressure points and everything is comfortable! (03:36)

Saddle Graft Follow Up

Growing fruit trees tutorial, this video will show you the saddle graft follow up and results. (02:11)

How to Saddle Graft

Growing fruit trees tutorial, this video will show you how to saddle graft your fruit trees. (04:17)

How to Saddle Graft

Growing fruit trees tutorial, this video will show you how to saddle graft your fruit trees. (03:10)

Beginners Guide To Pony Saddles And Names

A pony saddle is made up of various parts, the names of which can be confusing. If you are serious about pony riding you should be familiar with how a saddle is made. The following will help you to tell your cantle from your pommel and your tree from your flap.

By:
Christopher M. Auberidgel
Sports and Fitnessl
Jan 19, 2011

Cowboy Spurs 101

Cowboy spurs are an essential piece of cowboy gear. The very idea of the cowboy spur conjures up images of rugged cowboys and western living. In the following article, we will explain the purpose of this western-wear equipment and offer advice for buying cowboy spurs, as well.

By:
Michael Roganl

Sports and Fitness>
Equestrianl
Feb 04, 2011

Bull Ropes 101

If you're just beginning to rope then you'll probably have to try out several different types to find the one that is just right for you. The following are some basic pointers to look for when searching for the correct bull rope product.

By:
Michael Roganl

Sports and Fitness>
Equestrianl
Feb 04, 2011

Billy Cook Saddlery

Find out why Billy Cook Saddlery is the number one choice of saddles by the top rodeo riders for the safest and toughest saddle made.

By:
Susan Morganl

Sports and Fitness>
Equestrianl
Feb 03, 2011

How to be a supportive parent at the horse barn

Parents need to model good behavior at the horse barn. Children need to take responsibility for their equipment and need to begin to learn how to budget their time.

By:
Cathleen Marshl