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14″ to 16″ Billy Cook Half Breed Barrel Saddle 2010

“14” to 16″ Billy Cook Half Breed Barrel Saddle 2010.” That being said, I can give you a general overview of what to look for in a Billy Cook barrel saddle.

Reputable Western saddle manufacturer Billy Cook is well-known for making saddles of the highest caliber, especially barrel racing saddles. For rodeo competitions where riders must maneuver around barrels in a cloverleaf pattern, barrel racing saddles are designed for quickness and agility.

The following are some typical characteristics of a Billy Cook Half Breed Barrel Saddle:

Dimensions of the seat:

There are several seat sizes for the saddle, usually ranging from 14 to 16 inches. The comfort and preference of the rider determines the appropriate seat size.

Tree:

The well-crafted tree, the internal framework offering support and structure, is a feature of the saddle. Lightweight and compact trees are common on barrel racing saddles to allow for maximum mobility during rapid manoeuvres.
Horn:

A barrel racing saddle typically has a taller, more easily grippable horn. It provides the rider with a handle for abrupt stops and sharp bends.
Cantle:

Higher cantles on barrel racing saddles are typically used to give the rider more security and support.
skirt and rigging

In order to save weight, the skirt that covers the horse’s back may have a reduced profile. To provide stability, the rigging—which fastens the saddle to the horse—can be positioned differently.

Stirrups:

Barrel racing saddle stirrups are usually lightweight and made to allow for rapid foot movement. They could be constructed from metal or another material.
Leather:

For the saddle to last and look good, the quality of the leather used in it is essential. High-end saddles may have ornamental tooling and frequently use quality leather.
Weight:

Compared to other Western saddles, barrel racing saddles are often lighter, which enhances the agility of the horse and rider during competitions.

• Tree: LM rawhide covered quarter horse bar & gullet
• Seat Size: 15″ padded quilt
• Horn: 1 3/4″ with BC cap
• Swell: 13″ silver laced
• Cantle: 5″ with Cheyenne roll
• Rigging: In-skirt 7/8 position
• Skirts: Artificial wool lined
• Skirt Length: 25 1/2″
• Stirrups: 2″ bell sewn with stirrup bolt and tooled
• Pattern: Hand tooled half-breed Texas Oak
• Weight: Approximately 27 lbs.