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TACK
DRESS
TURNOUT
CLIPPINGS
SAY WHAT?
100
Bits and stirrups are usually made from this type of material
What is stainless steel
100
Name three accessories you should you not wear when riding
What is  dangling earrings  rings  combs, barrettes in hair
100
Define everyday turnout
The way you dress, groom and prepare yourself and your pony for riding at home
100
What month is it best to clip your horse?
What is September
100
A bit for a horse, consisting of two bars joined at the center, as by a joint.
What is a snaffle bit
200
To fit correctly tack must (name 3 things)
 Fit horse and rider  be correct type for purpose  be well cared for, clean and supple  Leather is the best material for long life and comfort  Good quality leather is expensive, second hand tack can be bought, but you need to make sure  stitching and leather are in good shape  the saddle tree is not broken
200
These boots have laces at ankle and are used for jumping and cross country. These boots are used for dressage
What is field boots. What is dress boots.
200
Name two things you should do before and after you ride your pony
1. Curry and brush your pony 2. The mane and tail should be brushed out and free of bedding and dirt 3. Feet should be picked out
200
Name two things you must do to maintain your clippers?
 Oil the blades regularly  Sharpen your blades
200
a pad cut in the shape of the saddle, usually made from sheepskin, or a synthetic sheepskin, felt (difficult to clean) or other synthetic materials.
What is a Numnah
300
A saddle is measured from this point to this point.
What is cantle to the pommel. standard sizes are from 15-18 inches, size should be correct for size and shape or rider
300
Name four items that make up every day riding attire
What is riding boot, riding pants, helmet and gloves
300
Braiding is allowed at these types of Pony Club events
What is Dressage competitions (upper levels)
300
Name three things you can do to clip a horse who is being difficult
 Restrain the pony with firm handling/ bridle  Restrain the pony with a twitch  Have your vet sedate your pony
300
fitted to the back of the saddle to prevent the saddle from slipping forward, it has an adjustable leather strap with a loop that fits under the tail
What is a Crupper
400
Name and describe 3 types of saddles and what they are used for?
What is General purpose saddle-Designed for general riding, suitable for most pony club activities Dressage is usually deeper in seat with a straight cut saddle flap. It has a long girth straps and short girth to prevent the girth buckle from lying under the riders thigh Show-jumping saddle-usually has a flatter seat then dressage type, designed for riding in a shorter stirrup- leathers and a forward cut saddle flap Old fashioned hunting saddle- comfortable for a horse that has to carry a rider for a long period of time although has a flat seat and no knee rolls to help correct riders position, considered a good saddle for gymkana as the low cantle will not catch the riders leg when vaulting on and off pony
400
Describe what type of helmet, shirt and pants are required for Informal Attire (worn at pony club rallies and tests)
Helmet-properly fitted certified helmet Shirt-Ratcatcher, turtleneck or plain collar, white or plain light colour. Shirt should have sleeves as a white shirt with sleeves may be worn when coat requirement is waived due to hot weather. Pants/Breeches worn with high boots or jodhpurs worn with paddock boots, in beige, grey, or other conservative colour. Garters (leather knee straps) should be worn with jodhpurs. Belt must be worn if pants have a belt loop
400
Give three reasons why it is important to clean your tack on a regular basis.
1. keep it soft and supple 2. extend the life of your tack life 3. to check for cracks in leather and rotten stitching or broken parts 4. for the comfort of your pony 5. You will not be able to participate in a pony club event if your tack is dirty or broken and in need of repair
400
Give three reasons for clipping?
 For quick drying after exercise  So your horse can be exercised rigorously without being uncomfortable  To maintain good condition by avoiding excessive sweating  Makes grooming easier  Maintains a smart looking horse
400
This oil is used to condition and restore leather tack.
What is Neatsfoot oil
500
How much space should there be… between the rider's shoe and the side of the stirrup? Noseband and the jaw? Throatlatch? Bit?
Stirrup - 1/4 - 1/2 inch Noseband - should fit 2 fingers between jaw allowing horse to relax Throatlatch - hands width when done up Bit - should make a smile in the corners of the mouth
500
When is Formal Attire required and describe what type of coat, boots, jewellery and hair style is suitable for Formal Attire.
Required for all pony club competitions and Rallies Coat- solid black, solid navy blue, or dark grey hunt coat (no pinstripes) Boots- black field or dress boots clean and polished Jewellery- pony club pin worn jacket lapel, plain gold stock pin, no other jewellery
500
What are five places you should check when grooming your pony?
 Under saddle and girth  Under the belly and between the hind legs  Backs of pasterns and lower legs  Head and around the ears  Roots of mane and tail  Elbows and between front legs  You should clean the skin around your pony’s eyes, nostrils and lips and under his tail –use different sponges
500
Name four various types of body clips?
What is  Belly and neck clip  Full clip  Blanket clip  Chaser clip  Tracer clip  Hunter clip
500
This type of stirrup has a thick rubber band that is attached to the outside branch of the stirrup iron. When undue pressure is applied to the rubber band, the rubber band disengages, freeing the rider’s foot
What is a peacock stirrup