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Horse Tack Bible Carolyn Henderson

Horse Tack Bible By Carolyn Henderson

Horse Tack Bible by Carolyn Henderson


$31.99
Condition - Very Good
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Summary

A comprehensive handbook of various aspects of horse tack and equipment: design, purpose, fit, function and problem solving. It covers traditional gear, the technical advances and designs, and English and Western tack. It also includes tips from some of the top trainers and riders such as Lyn Russell, Clayton Fredericks and Janette Brakewell.

Horse Tack Bible Summary

Horse Tack Bible: A Complete Guide to Choosing and Using the Best Equipment for Your Horse by Carolyn Henderson

This is a comprehensive handbook of all aspects of horse tack and equipment: design, purpose, fit, function and problem solving. Whether riders are looking for guidance through the extensive choice of equipment available or want to solve specific problems and make their horse go better, Horse Tack Bible offers clear and impartial advice. It covers everything from the well-known traditional gear to the latest technical advances and designs, and English to Western tack. It also includes tips from top trainers and riders such as Lyn Russell, Clayton Fredericks and Janette Brakewell.

About Carolyn Henderson

Carolyn Henderson keeps and competes horses and ponies, and is a regular writer for Horse &Hound, Horse magazine and Horse & Rider, and has contributed to the Times. Carolyn is already the author of over 25 books on all aspects of equestrianism. Carolyn lives in Mildenhall, Suffolk.

Table of Contents

Introduction; 1. Saddles - Fitting; What's inside?; Treeless; Interchangable saddles; Western saddles; 2. Bits - Fitting; Basic bit families; Snaffles; Curbs; Double bridles; New ideas; 3. Bridles - Fitting bridles; Bridles for comfort; Nosebands; Western designs; Reins; 4. Martingales and breastplates; 5. Training Aids - Golden rules; Halters and headcollars; Draw reins; Useful training aids; Lungeing; 6. Protective Boots and Bandages - What to use and when; Brushing boots; Dressage wraps; Stable bandages; 7. Rugs - Fitting; Fabrics and jargon; Do you need rugs?; Coolers and fly sheets; 8. Health and Safety - Summer kit; Winter kit; Massagers; Reflective gear; Caring for your tack; Index.

Additional information

GOR005753130
9780715328798
0715328794
Horse Tack Bible: A Complete Guide to Choosing and Using the Best Equipment for Your Horse by Carolyn Henderson
Used - Very Good
Paperback
David & Charles
20091030
192
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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