{"id":38064,"date":"2023-08-21T16:06:56","date_gmt":"2023-08-21T20:06:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com\/?p=38064"},"modified":"2023-08-21T16:19:52","modified_gmt":"2023-08-21T20:19:52","slug":"the-pros-cons-of-bareback-riding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/the-pros-cons-of-bareback-riding\/","title":{"rendered":"The Pros &#038; Cons of Bareback Riding"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s definitely something special about bareback riding. It brings you closer to your horse. You no longer have a bulky piece of equipment between the two of you, instead, you can feel every part of their back and sides. Most will agree they can get a better understanding of their horse\u2019s movement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bareback riding does come with some drawbacks to both the horse and rider though. Before you ditch your saddle, make sure your horse is a good candidate for it. You\u2019ll also want to evaluate your own abilities, as this type of riding is a good test of your balance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38101\" src=\"https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef3-min.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef3-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef3-min-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef3-min-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef3-min-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef3-min-560x293.png 560w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef3-min-160x84.png 160w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Pros of Bareback Riding<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many pros to leaving your saddle in the tack room and opting to ride bareback. You\u2019ll experience both physical and mental benefits!<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll develop a better feel for your horse, which can lead to improved communication. Good riders understand the importance of light and subtle aids. When riding bareback, you\u2019ll quickly see how even a shift of your weight can cause a reaction in your horse.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It gives you a chance to understand your horse\u2019s gaits. This can be helpful in learning to count strides or footfalls. A saddle can muffle that feel, making it trickier for newer riders to master.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type of riding will improve your balance and seat. You\u2019ll need to stay centered on your horse\u2019s back in order to not fall off. It will also lengthen your leg and strengthen your core.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s fun! It allows riders to change things up. Talk about a boost of confidence when you can trot or canter bareback.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Riders often find it a lot quicker to jump on and go, so if you\u2019re short on time bareback riding may be the way to go.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38100\" src=\"https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef1-min.png\" alt=\"The Pros &amp; Cons of Bareback Riding\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef1-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef1-min-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef1-min-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef1-min-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef1-min-560x293.png 560w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ef1-min-160x84.png 160w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Cons of Bareback Riding<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also some drawbacks to riding without a saddle. After all, saddles were designed to equally distribute your weight across your horse\u2019s back. Make sure to do your research!<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without a solid seat or good balance, riders may fall off. The saddle can offer security. If your horse was to spook and jump sideways, you may slip and tumble off.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all horses are good candidates. Those that are sensitive may not enjoy the feel of a rider on their bareback, especially if the rider isn\u2019t light with their aids.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some may be too spooky or unpredictable, which will make it difficult for riders to stay on.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research from Michigan State University has suggested that riders can leave pressure points on the horse\u2019s back, particularly where the seat bones sit. This can cause pain and potentially tissue damage.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Riders and their horse can enjoy lots of benefits from riding bareback. It\u2019s a wonderful opportunity to develop a better connection with your horse. You\u2019ll need to consider the cons though, as no one wants to cause their horse unnecessary pain. In many cases, you can reduce or eliminate these issues by keeping sessions short and infrequent. There are also bareback pads to aid in the comfort of the horse and rider. They do not distribute weight like a saddle though.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-divider su-divider-style-default\" style=\"margin:15px 0;border-width:3px;border-color:#999999\"><a href=\"#\" style=\"color:#999999\">Go to top<\/a><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t be afraid to try something new! Now, who\u2019s ready to ride?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38107\" src=\"https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9x16-bareback.jpg\" alt=\"The Pros &amp; Cons of Bareback Riding\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9x16-bareback.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9x16-bareback-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9x16-bareback-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9x16-bareback-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9x16-bareback-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9x16-bareback-560x996.jpg 560w, https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9x16-bareback-160x284.jpg 160w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Enjoy this blog post?<\/strong> We think you may like <a href=\"https:\/\/yourhorsefarm.com\/bareback-riding-leave-your-saddle-at-the-barn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bareback Riding: Leave Your Saddle at the Barn<\/a> by Emily Fought.<\/em><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Work citation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">H.M. Clayton, B. Belock, M. Lavagnino, L.J. Kaiser,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forces and pressures on the horse\u2019s back during bareback riding,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Veterinary Journal,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Volume 195, Issue 1,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2013,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pages 48-52,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ISSN 1090-0233,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1090023312002341)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s definitely something special about bareback riding. It brings you closer to your horse. You no longer have a bulky piece of equipment between the two of you, instead, you can feel every part of their back and sides. 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