Western Saddle Parts

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    The lower outside part of the saddle that sits on the horse is called the __________ - ProProfs

    The lower outside part of the saddle that sits on the horse is called the __________

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Western Saddle Part Quiz for students of
www. Dreamriverstables. Com. The answers are fill in the blank, please use lowercase letters and no periods. If you do not know the answer insert your best guess. We have reviewed all of these at one time or another, and typically when saddling the horse. If you don't pass, study the correct answers and re-take the test at a later time.

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  • 2. 
    The part that connects to the stirrup strap where most of the riders leg is touching is called the __________ - ProProfs

    The part that connects to the stirrup strap where most of the riders leg is touching is called the __________

  • 3. 
    The back of the seat is called the_________. - ProProfs

    The back of the seat is called the_________.

    Explanation
    Heights of the cantle vary greatly depending on what type of saddle is used and for what discipline. Many children's saddles have a higher cantle, however higher is not always better, it is harder to do an emergency dismount with a high cantle.

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  • 4. 
    The arrow is pointing to what is known as the _________ - ProProfs

    The arrow is pointing to what is known as the _________

    Explanation
    The swell should rest against the front to nearly the top of the thighs. This helps maintain rider position.

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  • 5. 
    The opening in the front of the saddle is called the ________ - ProProfs

    The opening in the front of the saddle is called the ________

    Explanation
    below this on either side of the opening is what is known as "bars". Bars are part of the tree or main frame of the saddle. Bars sit on each side of the withers and need to fit properly for comfort and motion of the horse. The picture of the saddle above has what is called an A tree with Arabian bars.

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  • 6. 
    The arrow is pointing to what is known as the ______  ______. - ProProfs

    The arrow is pointing to what is known as the ______  ______.

    Explanation
    Many people use the saddle horn for balance and is acceptable in cutting horse competitions, learning situations or to keep your seat in case the horse bucks only. The saddle horn was designed to hold a rope so the rope spins or slides freely as in roping cattle or calves.

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  • 7. 
    The long strap in the front that is used to tighten the front cinch or girth cinch is called a ________ - ProProfs

    The long strap in the front that is used to tighten the front cinch or girth cinch is called a ________

  • 8. 
    The typically flaired part just below the seat where the inside of the riders thigh rests is called the ______  ______ - ProProfs

    The typically flaired part just below the seat where the inside of the riders thigh rests is called the ______  ______

  • 9. 
    If you were to connect a back or rear cinch you would first need to use a _______ strap that would be placed through the slot at the back of the saddle - ProProfs

    If you were to connect a back or rear cinch you would first need to use a _______ strap that would be placed through the slot at the back of the saddle

    Explanation
    billets are used on both sides in the rear for the back cinch, and also on the right side of the saddle for the front cinch.

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  • 10. 
    The ring that holds the strap that this arrow is pointing to is called the front _____   _______ - ProProfs

    The ring that holds the strap that this arrow is pointing to is called the front _____   _______

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  • Oct 04, 2009
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