Take Your Cinch Decisions Personally

June 2002

Take Your Cinch Decisions Personally

Horsemen who argue that one cinch type is always the best choice probably haven’t tried a variety of materials in different circumstances.

The Weaver Roll Snug buckle is
ûterrific for kids and those with arthri-
ûtis who have difficulty tightening
ûtraditional cinches.

When the talk turns to tying down a western saddle, it’s a cinch the participants will split into two camps: the string-cinch crowd and the neoprene proponents. For when it comes to how to hold 40 pounds of leather on a horse’s back, western riders have their preferences—and their prejudices. String cinches are tied to history. In the early days of the West cinches were woven from what was available, usually horsehair. Horsehair was strong, durable—and itchy. In time string became the standard. …
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