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Riding Western

Threshold Picture Guide Number 46
paper; 24 pages; 90 color illustrations

A thorough introduction to Western horses and the Western style of riding illustrated with 90 color drawings of horses, tack, exercises, and more! Included is a description of stock horse conformation and the major stock horse breeds and colors; mane and tail styles; saddles, saddles accessories; bits, bridles, and miscellaneous tack; attire; the rider's position; the rider's aids; Western gaits; Western manuevers and exercises; Horsemanship; Pleasure; Trail; Reining; and other Western Events.