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Rules
- A selection of rules from PC, EFA, FEI, HRCAV.
- Using Bitless Bridles and Treeless Saddles in Competitions
Bitless Bridles
Can be used in competition with ALL horse related sports except for Dressage and Showing where a bit must be in the horses mouth. They are allowed to be used in Jumping and Cross Country as well as navigation rides and endurance events. Pony Clubs do NOT allow bitless use for children.
Treeless Saddles
Pony Club Association of Victoria Inc http://www.ponyclubaustralia.com.au/
Gear Rules - Effective July 2007
(supersedes all previous editions–only rules in this edition are applicable)
8.3 Checking Saddle Fit for Comfort
8.3.b
Most problems can be solved using a commercially manufactured riser pad
to get through the activity. This is only an interim solution. The
rider must then seek professional help to restuff or change the saddle.
8.3.c
Towels, a second saddlecloth or other makeshift arrangements must never
be used in an attempt to correct an ill-fitting saddle. They create
ridges and/or pressure causing morediscomfort to the horse’s back.
8.3.d Place fingers flat under the saddle blanket at the wither and check:
i Does the saddle have clearance from the wither along the spine?
ii Are the wither and shoulder free and not pinched?
11.9 Saddle
The saddle must fit correctly and sit straight on the horse, in accordance with rule 8.
The saddle must fit and function in the manner for which it was designed.
If the saddle has a tree, it must leave the spine free of any pressure when the rider is mounted
11.10 Saddlecloth and Covers
One only saddlecloth must be used with or without one commercial riser pad.
A saddlecloth is anything put under the saddle other than a commercial riser pad.
A commercial riser pad may be: • Riser pad • Gel pad • ˝ Numnah • Sheepskin pad
The saddlecloth must be fitted so there is no ridge or edge under the seat of the saddle that could cause
soreness in the horse’s back. Folded/rolled saddlecloths, towels and other makeshift padding are not permitted.
11.13 Girth
The
saddle may have one or more points. However, if the saddle has only one
point, or a single-point girth is used, a surcingle or the applicable
rigging must be used. The girth must be firmly tight and secured to the
corresponding.
11.16 Stirrup Bars
If the stirrup bar is
hinged, it may be up or down. A pony pad or paddle that has an enclosed
“D” rather than a stirrup bar must be fitted with clogs or stirrups
with toe-stoppers.
EFA The Equestrian Federation of Australia http://www.equestrian.org.au
Dressage Competition Rules - effective 1 january 2008
section 2.9 - Saddle and Saddlecloths
a fully mounted Dressage type (including all purpose) saddle of traditional or treeless construction is compulsory,
and may be used with or without a saddlecloth.
FEI Federation Equestre Internationale http://www.fei.org
RULES FOR DRESSAGE EVENTS
22nd edition, effective 1st January 2006
Updated with Rule Changes & Corrections, November 2007
Article 428 SADDLERY
1.
The following are compulsory: Dressage saddle, which must be close to
the horse and have long, near-vertical flaps, double bridle with
cavesson noseband, i.e. bridoon and curb with curb chain. A cavesson
nose band may
never be as tightly fixed so as to harm the horse. Lip
strap and rubber or leather cover for curb chain is optional (see
plates and captions). Padding is allowed on bridles. No saddle covers
are allowed.
HRCAV http://www.hrcav.com.au
Dressage Rules Rev.Jan 2000
10. SADDLERY AND EQUIPMENT
10.1. Only saddlery and equipment specified within these Rules is permitted in Official Events.
It is the Competitor’s responsibility to abide by the Rules. Failure to comply will incur elimination.
10.2. Any type of saddle may be used, with or without a saddlecloth.
If a single buckle girth is used the saddle must be fitted with a surcingle.
10.2.1. Sidesaddles are not permitted.
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