FAQs
Q: Can I show my horse in a snaffle bit or hackamore in the Western Seat/Reining
Seat Equitation class?
A: Horses shown in the Arabian, Half Arabian, Morgan, National Show Horse, Saddlebred
division may not use hackamores or snaffle bits in the Equitation division and must
be shown with one hand.
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Q: Can a judge call for an individual circle during the Western Seat Equitation
class?
A: Yes, individual circles may be required at either a jog or a lope.
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Q: My legs are not steady when I lope, can I tie my stirrups to my saddle to
not interfere with my horse?
A: No, Any rider competing and or riding anywhere on the competition grounds with
their stirrup, stirrup leather, fender, or foot tied and/or secured in any manner
will be eliminated from the entire competition.
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Q: I’m in several classes close together in the schedule. Can I wear my number
on my back?
A: Yes, unless you are competing in an Arabian/Half-Arabian reining seat equitation
section. You may place the number on both sides of the saddle pad or on your back.
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