After riding a few very steep and long trails today
in preparation for our first 50, we decided my daughter's horse cannot do
without a crupper on steep hills (her belly keeps the saddle from sliding back
going up these same hills) and I need a breast collar and possibly a crupper,
too, so I'll probably end up buying 2 of each. I do have limited funds, so
want to be careful about what I buy and I do want to have equipment that
works well for the horse and is reliable. Is there anything I need to know
about cruppers before going out to buy one (or 2), or all they all
made equally well? And what about breast collars? Is neoprene a good
choice if the horse is not alergic to it, or is there a superior material that I
should look for. Is there a particular style that works better for endurance
riding? We both have western style endurance saddles (Big Horn). Your help is
appreciated.
