Class overview:
This class judges the horse on movements, mastery of maneuvers, and attitude while being guided through one of 15 patterns. The horse and rider are required to perform a number of stops, spins, rollbacks, lead changes, and circles at the lope and extended lope. The horse should be willing and be guided with little to no resistance.
Head: Riders will wear a western hat that is in good condition.
Hair: Riders must have their hair pulled back, often in a ponytail or bun.
Shirt: Riders will wear a Western shirt, usually to match
their pad/outfit to create an aesthetic image while being judged.
Pants: Riders will wear jeans with chaps
Boots: Riders will wear western boots that are in good condition.
Gloves: Gloves are not worn while showing in reining
To the right is an example of appropriate reining attire.
Bridle: Riders may use any western bridle or bosal
Saddle: Riders may use any western saddle in good condition.
Saddle pad: Riders may use a western show pad, usually matching their outfit to make an aesthetic image while being judged
Leg protection is permitted and highly encouraged in reining
Horses manes should be natural
To the right is an example of a horse wearing acceptable reining tack.