Western or English saddles may be selected. Persons with disability and novice riders may prefer the Western saddle because of its saddle horn which can be held until they improve their balance. A rein bar is a device that fits the reins together and at appropriate distance from the rider. The bar is one inch in diameter and generally 10 to 12 inches long. The beginning rider holds the middle of this bar and learns to control the horse with two hands.
Humes rein .
This device is designed for use with persons with poor hand control. The reins are secured together and two oval loops are added at an equal distance from the bit. Devonshire boot . The Devonshire boot is utilized to prevent the rider's feet from slipping out of the stirrup. Safety belts .