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Equestrian

Terms of or pertaining to the sport of horseback riding.

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Equestrian

saddlery

Sports; Equestrian

This refers, in dressage, to the type of saddle and the bridle that must be used. See different items under dressage.

safety cup

Sports; Equestrian

This is a special cup that holds the back rail of a spread fence that lets go of and drops the rail if the horse hits it. See Cup

schooling area

Sports; Equestrian

An area that is set-aside in show jumping competitions for exercising the horses before they begin competing.

six bar

Sports; Equestrian

This is when six barriers are placed in a straight line for the horse and rider to jump over. The area between the jumps allows for 2-3 strides to be taken by the horse.

size

Sports; Equestrian

In dressage all horses must be least 14.2 hands or taller.

snaffle reins

Sports; Equestrian

The snaffle reins are attached to the Bridoon bit and help to keep the horses head down.

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