How to Properly Cinch a Horse

Ken McNabb explains how to cinch a horse to ensure its comfort.

[@meganpahl3612]

Hello. Could you please help me here? I have a bunch of latigos, random leathers, and mismatched saddles. I was trying to conch on a western I got my daughter and had a terrible time fin=ding the right cinch as they were either too long or too short. So, how can I properly use your standard latigoes (new leather not worn and easy to work with) onto my western cinch?

[@sseeback6754]

Love these tips!!! I have started using these visual assessments each time I cinch up any horse. Thanks so much!!

[@meganpahl3612]

we did not see the other side and how you have the other latigo tied

[@spartaeus]

That's why I don't like western saddles, the metal rings on the cinch dig into the horses sides. Comfortable for the rider, uncomfortable for the horse.

[@iNadiaAna]

There are different types of cinches. Most that I have seen have padding around the ring to make it comfortable for the horse.

[@xtreem1475]

me either, plus almost all western saddles are too long and put pressure on the lumbar section of the horse!

[@Vaf526]

can i ask what saddle is that?

[@xtreem1475]

this is not comfortable for the horse, your girt is too short!