ETIQUETTE IN THE SADDLE. 



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enough to be brought firmly up against it by raising the 

 heel. The right knee should rest easily but snugly over 

 the pommel, so as to grasp it in case the horse springs. 

 Neither foot should be allowed to sway about nor to 

 project so as to be seen awkwardly poking out the skirt. 



POSITION IN SADDLE. 



If your clothing does not feel quite comfortable, rise in 

 your stirrup and shake it down, resting your hand, if 

 necessary, on your attendant's shoulder, for it will be 

 very awkward should it become disarranged on the road. 

 Now put your handkerchief in the saddle pocket, take 

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