The functional bridle – hailed by many, dismissed by others as a marketing gimmick. What’s really behind the idea? And how does it differ from the traditional version? We’ve got the answers.
The functional bridle – hailed by many, dismissed by others as a marketing gimmick. What’s really behind the idea? And how does it differ from the traditional version? We’ve got the answers.
Having examined the anatomy of the horse in the first part, in this article we’ll provide a more detailed overview of the most common types of bridles, explain the various pressure points and help you make the right choice.
In this article, we focus on the anatomy of the horse’s head, particularly the areas where the bridle rests. This is because the wrong choice of bridle or incorrect fastening can lead to unhealthy pressure and consequential damage.
In the final instalment of our series on saddle girths, we’ll be looking at the main materials used for saddle girths and explaining their properties, so that you can make the right choice for your horse.
A suitable girth should always be chosen to suit the horse’s anatomy. This article explains the key principles of girth positioning and shows why the correct shape is crucial for comfort and health.
In the second part of our series on saddle girths, we look at different types of horse and their anatomical characteristics, and explain which types of saddle girth are best suited to each.