Riding and Driving for Women

by Belle Beach

Correct Position of Legs
Right leg vertical, left leg bent at knee and hanging naturally

Another Position of Legs
Some women hold their legs in this position, but I do not approve of it

Incorrect Position of Legs
Both legs too far forward

Incorrect Position of Legs
Left leg too far back

The left leg should be kept in the same position as a man’s leg, that is, held in firmly against the

saddle. The left knee should be slightly bent and the leaping horn and the stirrup-leather should be so adjusted that the former will press down and over the left thigh about five inches above the knee. Side-saddles have two holes, in either of which the leaping horn may be screwed, and for most women it is more comfortable to have the horn in the lower