back cinch

[Out_on_the_trail]

I was wondering how to see what size back cinch I need

[Guilherme]

Here is an article on back cinch fit:

https://horseandrider.com/training/w…ey-facts-28836

This article suggests it should have a “snug” fit. Not become a “bucking strap” but not loose, either.

There is a countervailing view that says the back cinch should not be snug, but loose with little slack. Maybe an inch or two so that it’s there if needed but not in contact contact. It should NOT be hanging several inches down where it could get hung up in a rear hoof.

Do so research on both views and then make your decision.

Good luck going forward!

G.

[Out_on_the_trail]

Thank you a appreciate your help

[Out_on_the_trail]

i got one and it fits thank you

[goodhors]

Make SURE there is a connecting strap between front and rear cinches to prevent rear cinch sliding back into the flanks. Horse puffs up to prevent rear cinch sliding forward again and many horses start bucking HARD at that point. You can make a strap or use a short length of shoestring, just tie the cinched together for your own safety.

I am in the “snug fit” when you start the ride. I have never seen the back cinch stay tight on a ride of any length. There is always a little space between back cinch and belly skin. You might need to snug it up again a hole or two on a long ride. Any loose cinch hanging down is a place to catch a hoof in my experience. Seen it happen a couple times with horse kicking at flies, high-stepping thru water or mud. Things got very ugly with snagged hoof in the back cinch.

[Horsecare101]

I always ride with a back cinch and similar to goodhors, I start the ride with it right up against the belly, but definitely not “snug”. I’m not sure how people are defining that, but I don’t let it ever squeeze the belly even slightly. It’s just as tight as can be without actually creating any pressure. By the end of the ride it’s usually a few inches looser. Can’t emphasize enough the need for a connecting strap and the dangers of a very loose back cinch. A horse that kicks to itch it’s belly with a loose back cinch can create a big mess if the rear hoof gets caught.