Although most riders use a flat back or cut away saddle it is not mandatory, any english saddle can be used. Spura and whips are optional. These items are not, however, allowed in the show ring. Acceptable dress for a park horse class is a day jacket, generally of a dark color although color is a personal rider preference, and jodphurs of any color. A derby or soft hat is required.
Gloves are optional.
Contrasting vests and or ties and scarfs can also be worn. Evening classes at many of the bigger shows features a dress code with a more formal look. The dress would consist of all of the above with the substitution of formal jodphurs and a dark tuxedo style jacket and perhaps a top hat. How to qualify. Class 'A' Shows Main Page.