{"product_id":"lemieux-arika-contoured-leather-dressage-girth","title":"LeMieux Arika Contoured Leather Dressage Girth","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeMieux Arika Contoured Dressage Girth\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe LeMieux Arika Contoured Dressage Girth is a short leather dressage girth shaped to follow the horse's natural contours behind the elbow. It is best for dressage and flatwork riders who want even pressure distribution, a secure saddle position and a D-ring for attaching training aids.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMade from soft, supple leather with slightly elasticated straps, it allows a degree of give as the horse works without compromising saddle stability. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/girths\"\u003egirths\u003c\/a\u003e to compare shapes and lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContoured shaping:\u003c\/strong\u003e follows the horse's shape for comfort and freedom of the muscles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft, supple leather:\u003c\/strong\u003e absorbs pressure evenly across the surface area of the girth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD-ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e allows easy attachment of training aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly elasticated straps:\u003c\/strong\u003e flexibility without affecting saddle stability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaddle security:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps prevent the saddle from slipping during work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDressage styling:\u003c\/strong\u003e sleek and sophisticated finish for the arena\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeMieux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArika Contoured Dressage Girth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort dressage girth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft, supple leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContoured \/ anatomic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFittings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD-ring for training aids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElastic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlightly elasticated straps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDressage, flatwork, schooling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasure an existing short girth that fits your horse, or measure between the girth straps under the saddle, to select the correct length in inches.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlace the girth on the off side first, buckling onto the saddle's girth straps at an even height.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBring the girth under the belly and fasten on the near side, keeping the buckles level on both sides.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTighten gradually in stages rather than all at once, checking the skin behind the elbow is smooth and not pinched.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the tension again after a few minutes of walking and before mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter riding, wipe the leather clean and allow it to dry naturally away from direct heat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size dressage girth do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDressage girths are measured in inches from buckle end to buckle end. The simplest method is to measure a short girth that already fits your horse. Otherwise, measure between the girth straps under the saddle so the buckles sit clear of the elbow and below the rider's leg.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the D-ring for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe D-ring allows the easy attachment of training aids, so you can use the girth for schooling and groundwork as well as ridden flatwork.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a contoured girth?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe contoured shaping curves away from the area behind the elbow, giving comfort and freedom of the muscles while the soft leather spreads pressure evenly across the girth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the elastic affect saddle stability?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The straps are only slightly elasticated, which allows a little flexibility as the horse breathes and works without affecting the stability of the saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the leather?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe clean after each ride, dry naturally away from direct heat and condition regularly with a leather balm or oil. 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