{"product_id":"lemieux-arika-contoured-long-leather-dressage-girth","title":"LeMieux Arika Contoured Long Leather Dressage Girth","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeMieux Arika Contoured Long Girth — Soft Leather Comfort for Dressage Saddles\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe LeMieux Arika Contoured Long Girth is a soft, supple leather long girth shaped to follow the horse's natural contours, designed for dressage and monoflap saddles that use long billet straps. It suits riders who want an elegant competition-ready girth that helps keep the saddle stable while allowing freedom of movement through the muscles behind the elbow.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBest for schooling, flatwork and competition, the Arika pairs classic leatherwork with practical detailing: an integrated D-ring for training aids, a carabiner clip with a cross-over leather base cover, and slightly elasticated straps that flex with the horse without affecting saddle stability. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lemieux\"\u003eLeMieux equestrian kit\u003c\/a\u003e to coordinate your saddlery.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft, supple leather construction\u003c\/strong\u003e that absorbs pressure evenly across the surface area of the girth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContoured shaping\u003c\/strong\u003e for comfort and freedom of the muscles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly elasticated straps\u003c\/strong\u003e for flexibility without compromising saddle stability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD-ring\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy attachment of training aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarabiner clip\u003c\/strong\u003e with cross-over leather base cover for a stylish finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-slip performance\u003c\/strong\u003e that helps prevent the saddle from shifting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong girth design\u003c\/strong\u003e for dressage and monoflap saddles\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 Long Girth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGirth type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong girth for dressage and monoflap saddles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContoured \/ anatomically shaped\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\u003eFittings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD-ring for training aids, carabiner clip with leather base cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePony, cob, horse and warmblood, subject to measured length\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 a long girth that already fits your horse from buckle end to buckle end, or measure under the belly between the middle billet holes on each side of the saddle, and choose the matching length.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePosition the contoured girth so the shaped cut-back section sits behind the elbows, with the smooth leather flat against the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFasten the buckles onto the billet straps on the near side, keeping the holes level with those on the off side.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTighten gradually in stages, checking the girth once mounted and after a few minutes of walking.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttach training aids to the D-ring when required, and use the carabiner clip as intended.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter riding, wipe the leather clean and condition regularly to keep it soft.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size long girth do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure an existing long girth that fits your horse from buckle end to buckle end, or measure under the belly from the middle billet hole on one side of the saddle to the same point on the other side. The buckles should finish level and roughly midway up the saddle flap. Ponies and small cobs usually take shorter lengths, while full-size horses and warmbloods take longer sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this girth suitable for a dressage saddle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is a long girth, made for dressage and monoflap saddles fitted with long billet straps. Saddles with short billets require a short girth instead.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the D-ring for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe D-ring allows training aids to be attached quickly and easily, which is useful for flatwork and groundwork sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the contoured shape really help the horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe shaping is cut to follow the horse's anatomy behind the elbow, allowing comfort and freedom of the muscles, while the ultra-soft leather absorbs pressure evenly across the surface area of the girth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the elastic affect saddle stability?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The straps are only slightly elasticated, giving a little flexibility as the horse works while still holding the saddle securely in place.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the leather?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe off sweat and mud after each ride, condition regularly with a leather balm or oil, and dry naturally away from direct heat. 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