Tack Basics 2

TACK 2 BASICS covers important points that are a quick guide to learning practical skills to tacking up your horse efficiently and correctly.

THESE POINTS INCLUDE

• The purpose of a double bridle and its parts
• How to fit a double bridle
• How to fit a pelham bit and the action of the curb chain
• Different types of bits and their actions
• The different saddle types
• How to correctly fit a saddle
• How to check for a broken tree
• Broken and ill-fitting tack and the consequences for using it
• Cleaning tack routines