Talk:Horse tack

message: Since this is a general article on Tack, some material on the history of riding tack should be included, the invention of the stirrup, the bridle, the saddle, etc.  Each was a very significant moment in history. --Domhail 08:44, 17 October 2005 (UTC)

message: There's nothing here about foot- and hoof- accessories here. I came to the article looking for a less ambiguous term for a "boot" (which nowadays usually velcros on at or below the ankle, but doesn't cover the hoof). The human analog is an "ankle sleeve" or "ankle brace" but this term does not appear to be in regular use in the equestrian context.
Given increased paving and urban-riding there are rubber "shoes" which actually become a new walking surface for the horse. This is also ambiguous given that regular horseshoes do not encapsulate the foot atall, but instead get nailed on flush with the arc of the hoof-wall.
I'd love it if these newer inventions could be included and clarified with alternate and/or more-specific names.
Koyae (talk) 05:06, 8 December 2011 (UTC)
replies: text: We need appropriate links, then.  The articles are there.  We have hoof boot, horseshoe (which included rubber ones), splint boots, polo wraps, bell boots and got knows how many others.  Montanabw(talk) 23:23, 8 December 2011 (UTC)
thread_title:  Boots and braces 

message: I'd like a "Bitless bridles" section. Take in account that "The Bitless Bridle" is a patented, commercial  bridle by dr. Robert Cook with a peculiar design and action. Other bitless bridles are largely used among riders that practice Natural horsemanship (halters used as bridles, sidepulls and so on). Bitless riding is no more a "training" issue.--Alex brollo 18:05, 9 November 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Bitless bridles 

message: I added a mention about treeless saddles and a picture of a treeless saddle model. It's a Barefoot Cheyenne (more here).
I'm uploading some tack-related pictures into commons too; if you have any, please consider uploading them and filing them into the gallery at :Commons:Horse tack--Alex brollo 07:12, 15 February 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  Treeless saddles 

message: General Bit Information
There is no information regarding bits and the various types of bits out there to use when tacking up your horse.  I added one link to a great article which outlines the types of Snaffle Bits. JasonA 20:59, 5 June 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: That's great, but it is a commercial site and it is also a forum-- see WP:EL for why I have reverted.  What we need is information added to the article, not links added to the External links section-- those should only be used for information is useful but that does not belong it the article itself. -- Mwanner | Talk 21:42, 5 July 2006 (UTC)

text: There are entirely separate articles on bits and saddles.  This particular article needs a LOT of work, but I for one haven't had the time to do it.  But adding more wikilinks and using the  template to link to related articles would be a good thing for SOMEONE to do!! Montanabw 20:46, 28 November 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  Bits 

message: I suggest that this article not recapitulate the topics of more specific articles.  Instead, group together links to the other articles, perhaps as lists.  And write a history section, that outlines which pieces of tack came first.  --Una Smith (talk) 23:34, 17 February 2008 (UTC)
replies: text: Probably as good a place to start as any.  The concept of a history section is promising.  I think some sections are sort of that way already.  Wikipedia discourages lists, though, preferring short overview paragraphs with the "main" tag, which I already did to a couple sections.   Lord knows there are articles on every single piece of tack and component of tack, one of the things that also needs work is the horse tack category-- I think there is both a "tack" and an "equipment" category...sigh.  Montanabw(talk) 05:06, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
thread_title: Focus of this article

message: I am new at owning a horse, as i am young, and i need to know how to attach a bit to a headstall and if all bridel/bit combos need a curb chain...thanks.  —Preceding unsigned comment added by 72.160.215.94 (talk) 19:53, 6 March 2008 (UTC)
replies: text: Here is one article on the topic:  http://horses-arizona.com/pages/articles/bridles.html  You might also want to contact your county extension agent, the people who run the 4-H programs, as they often have educational materials that can also explain how it works, or even put you in touch with horse project leaders who can help you in person.  If you don't live where there are active 4-H groups, sometimes there is a local Pony Club instead.  Both groups have many volunteers who probably can lend you a hand.  Montanabw(talk) 00:13, 7 March 2008 (UTC)
thread_title:  I need some help.  

message: This article should have a link to rider's gear.  Is there a Wik site about that?Kdammers (talk)
:As in riding boot, equestrian helmet and the like? Montanabw(talk) 20:24, 19 December 2012 (UTC)
replies: text: Exactly. I was curious because an EFL text's teacher's guide specifically said that "helmet" is not the correct term for equestrian head-gear bur rather "hard hat" should be used. I was surprised and wanted confirmation. Kdammers (talk) 23:59, 19 December 2012 (UTC)
replies: text: Hard hat was an older term but is now a bit outdated; it was used for the hats that had a hard shell but no real padding used before the modern ASTM/SEI helmet regulations.  Some of the rulebooks now say "protective headgear."   But I won't argue with the ESL manual if that's what is on the test!  =:-O   Montanabw(talk) 18:07, 20 December 2012 (UTC)
thread_title:  rider's gear 

message: Shouldn't there be a list showing the tacking up sequence while taking care to avoid WP:NOTHOWTO? Maybe even a section or article on tacking up with a video would be good. Plenty of information could be added without telling the reader exactly how to do it. Information might include size/fit, materials, sequence, option/vital/alternate items, relationship of one item to another, hazards, time duration wearing tack and time for tacking untacking. Think of the 5 Ws without the "how". Some such articles are within the scope of Wikipedia, such as Smoking (cooking) and Computer programming. I may be way off on this one, so thoughts? Anna Frodesiak (talk) 23:51, 23 September 2015 (UTC)
replies: text: Thank you both for the thoughtful responses. Yes, maybe other sites' videos are best for people to learn about tacking up. Good points about global focus and avoiding descriptions not being ideal. I will leave it up to you to decide what, if anything should go in. I have practically no horse article experience. Oh, and unfortunately, due to my location, I cannot get Youtubes. Thank you both again. If this ought to go further, I'm sure others will speak up with some way to fit it all in. Cheers, Anna Frodesiak (talk) 21:28, 24 September 2015 (UTC)
thread_title:  Tacking up procedure