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You find a cracked rein and a frayed stirrup leather. What should you do?

Don't use them. Repair or replace worn tack before riding.

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  1. Ride gently and hope for the best
  2. Tape them and keep riding
  3. Don't use them until fixed or replaced ✔

Why: Rutgers says do not use any tack that is frayed or has cracked leather. Missouri Extension adds that broken reins, girths or stirrup leathers can lead to rider injury.

Huh, didn't know that: Cleaning tack after each use is a chance to spot damage early.

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Why did the rider throw out the cracked reins? She wasn't going to rein in on safety.
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References

Answer: Don't use them until fixed or replaced. Rutgers says do not use any tack that is frayed or has cracked leather. Missouri Extension adds that broken reins, girths or stirrup leathers can lead to rider injury.

  1. Rutgers Equine Science Center: Saddling and Bridling Horses Safely esc.rutgers.edu/fact_sheet/saddling-and-bridling-horses-safely
    Do not use any piece of tack that is frayed or has cracked leather pieces.
  2. Missouri Extension: Safe Riding extension.missouri.edu/publications/g2882
    All tack and equipment should be routinely inspected for tears, cracking or damaged buckles; do not use worn out equipment.

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