How to Make a Wither Tracing for Saddle Fitting
By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com Guide
Bend the Wire Over the Horse's Withers
Conform the flexible wire to your horse's withers.
2008 K. Blocksdorf
Find your horse's shoulder blade (scapula). You'll want the wire to lay about two inches behind this. Bend the wire so that it lays snugly over the horse's withers against the skin. Carefully lift the wire off so it does not bend.
Prev
- What You'll Need to Make a Wither Tracing
- Bend the Wire Over the Horse's Withers
- Trace the Shape of The Wire onto Cardboard
- Cut Out the Tracing
- Label Your Tracing and It's Ready to Use
- Try the Tracing On the Saddle You are Considering
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