You post in English riding because English riding is a "cleaner" type of riding where Western it is more of a leisurely ride.
English styles of riding predate western riding. As a result, English riding is practiced all over the world, but western riding is almost exclusive to the US and N. America.
to protect the head from injury while riding.
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There is western riding (gaming, western pleasure) and English riding (dressage, jumpers, hunter jumper, Polo, and English pleasure).
It was invented when horses were first used for riding to make travel easier. I think that took place in North America.
English pleasure is a generic term for what is more commonly referred to as Saddle Seat riding.
The Charles Owen Helmets are the new "style" in English Riding.
The Mongols in 129 B.C.
Western. I've been riding quite a bit and i think English on ponies is for people more advanced in riding. Then for new comers.
No. Slip-on spurs are common in English riding.
saddles western styles