How to Tie a Western Cinch
By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com Guide
Tie a Western Cinch - Pull Up the Cinch Strap
Start looping the cinch strap.
K. Blocksdorf 2006
Insert the end of the cinch strap down and towards the horse, through the top ring on the saddle. Pull it all the way through and back down to the ring on the cinch.
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- Tie a Western Cinch - Postition the Saddle
- Tie a Western Cinch - Pull Up the Cinch Strap
- Pull the Strap Back Down
- Repeat to Take Up the Excess
- Start the Knot
- Complete the Knot
- Tighten the Cinch
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