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Equestrian Gear terms, explained
Short, plain definitions of the words you'll see on product pages and spec sheets. Each one links to a guide when there's more to know.
A
- ASTM F1163
- The US standard for equestrian helmets. Read the guide →
C
- Cantle
- The raised back of the saddle seat. Read the guide →
D
- Denier
- A measure of fiber thickness in blanket fabric. Read the guide →
F
- Fill weight
- The grams of insulation in a horse blanket. Read the guide →
G
- Gullet
- The channel under a saddle that clears the horse's spine. Read the guide →
H
- Half chaps
- Lower-leg coverings worn with paddock boots. Read the guide →
- Hunter clip
- A clip removing all coat except the legs and a saddle patch. Read the guide →
S
- Saddle tree
- The frame inside a saddle that must fit the horse's back. Read the guide →
- SEI
- Safety Equipment Institute, which certifies helmets to ASTM F1163. Read the guide →
- Slow feeder
- A hay net or feeder with small openings that slows eating. Read the guide →
T
- Trace clip
- A clip that removes coat from the lower body and neck. Read the guide →
- Turnout blanket
- A waterproof blanket for horses outdoors. Read the guide →