The Complete Handbook of Horse Tack Accessories

Every piece of equipment you put on a horse is a compromise between function, durability, and the horse's comfort. This handbook removes the guesswork. It catalogs every major accessory category, defines the material specifications that separate a five-year investment from a single-season failure, and explains how to measure a horse and a saddle so a new accessory fits the pair—not just one of them. Troubleshooting chapters cover common failures like broken billets and shifted pads with root-cause diagnosis rather than quick fixes.

For the professional and business reader, the book goes further. It profiles how the supply chain works from raw hide and nylon webbing to finished goods, identifies where margins concentrate, and details realistic entry points for retailers, repair technicians, and private-label entrepreneurs. It also covers regulatory and safety standards you must know before selling or renting equipment. This is a reference you will keep in the office or tack room and reach for every season.