What type of tack to use?

What type of tack for the show ring?

What tack should my horse/ pony wear to compete in a showing class?

Whether you are competing in a class at your local show or looking to aim at the next level, you need to ensure your turnout is correct for the class to make that all important first impression to the judge(s).

General rules:

• Tack (saddle, bridle, girth and saddle pad) can be black or brown (havana)

• It should be clean and supple

• Pay attention to detail – make sure your tack fits correctly

Let’s look at Ridden classes first:

Bridles - A simple snaffle bridle should be worn in Novice classes.

Browbands -

Plain browbands:

• Show Hunter Ponies

• Hunters

• Cobs

• Coloured Horses/Ponies of Hunter type

• Mountain & Moorland ponies

Coloured browbands:

• Show Ponies

• Show Hacks

• Riding Horses

• Part Bred Horses/Ponies