Eventing Girths

Equestrian sport and girths go hand in hand. Do you participate in eventing or cross-country racing on a regular basis? Girths for an eventing horse ensure that the saddle stays in place.

What girths are available?

Horse girths are divided into two main categories: long and short girths. Long girths are mainly used with jumping saddles, while short girths are intended for a dressage saddle. Which girth is best for your horse depends on the saddle.

Good girths are indispensable for an eventing rider, because your horse will face the necessary challenges and obstacles in both jumping and eventing.

What is the purpose of a belly flap girth?

The belly flap girth is a popular girth in eventing. This special girth protects your horse from injury during cross-country racing. No need to worry about your horse tapping itself with the horseshoes or studs. Moreover, a belly flap girth also improves the stability of your saddle. It goes without saying that you want a comfortable girth that fits well. After all, your horse's freedom of movement should not be compromised in any way. Always keep the eventing girth clean to avoid chafing, pressure spots or wounds.

What size eventing girth does my horse need?

When measuring your horse's girth size, it’s best to ask someone to help. This person can hold the saddle in place. Measure with a tape measure from the second or third hole of the girth struts from one side of the saddle. The person helping you can hold the measuring tape in place while you pass it under the belly to the other side of the saddle. Once again, measure from the second or third hole.

The length you get is the size of the girth you need. If you measure the girth too high up the saddle, it will be difficult to tighten the girth. No need to worry about the size if you plan to buy a sheepskin girth; you can just buy the girth size you normally get.