Trekking Kit for Ridden Horse
Digger Dog testes this kit on a 3 day trek in the Bogong High Plains and it proved to be a success overall, but some minor improvements needed.
Front large wither bags, have a wither protector pads and wool pad under the bags to prevent an rub issues, clip mounted to saddle D rings and girth for easy quick mounting. Two drink bottle holder mounted in front. a center pocket for quick access items zip closure, straps for securing a jacket and or riding coat
Neck collar and lead rope instead of a Halter
Barcoo Bridle with clip mounted soft webbing reins
Stirrup leathers made from 50mm seatbelt webbing and Endurance stirrups
Endurance saddle used a Wintec Pro (5Kg)
Saddle blanket 1.5m x 1m folded in half, also serves as a lining wool blanket for the trail cover rug total weight under 2 kg
Trail cover mounts to cantle D rings emergency horse rug
Clip mounted rear saddle bags with carrier attached to the saddle, the bags have wool under pads to protect the horse from any rubs
Straps to hold riding coat or jacket and secure to saddle girth.
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