An “ambitious” study at Hartpury University will have benefits for horse welfare and performance, and rider training, it is hoped. The aim of the research, led by Kathryn Nankervis and Russell MacKechnie-Guire, with the Society of Master Saddlers (SMS) research committee, is to produce industry-wide guidelines on saddle fit for the rider, to add to […]
An “exciting” industry-wide saddlery survey has been launched, with the aim of improving horse welfare, comfort and performance. Hartpury University’s equestrian performance research centre is aiming to investigate equestrian professionals’ experiences and opinions on saddlery fit for horse and rider. The Hartpury research team comprises equestrian performance research centre lead Kathryn Nankervis, Russell Mackechnie-Guire of […]