- Before
mounting, check your cinch to be sure it is secure. The cinch should
be tight enough so that the saddle does not slide, but not so tight
as to make the horse uncomfortable. A good test for this is to
see if you can slip your hand flat between the cinch strap and
the horse.
- When holding the reins before mounting, keep the
left rein slightly shorter. If the horse begins to move, pulling
on the left rein will draw it in a circle around you and will prevent
it from bolting ahead or away from you.
- Always check the location where you plan to dismount
before leaving the saddle. Make sure there are no obstacles in
your way.
- Always dismount to the safe zone near the horse's
left shoulder.
|
Print