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Western riding is a style of horseback riding which evolved from the ranching and warfare traditions brought to the Americas by the Spanish Conquistadors, and both equipment and riding style evolved to meet the working needs of the cowboy in the American West.

American cowboys needed to work long hours in the saddle over rough terrain, sometimes needing to rope cattle with a lariat (or lasso).

Because of the necessity to control the horse with one hand and use a lariat with the other, western horses were trained to neck rein, that is, to change direction with light pressure of a rein against the horse's neck.

Horses were also trained to exercise a certain degree of independence in using their natural instincts to follow the movements of a cow, thus a riding style developed that emphasized a deep, secure seat, and training methods encouraged a horse to be responsive on very light rein contact.

Tack is a piece of equipment or accessory equipped on horses in the course of their use as domesticated animals.

Saddles, stirrups, bridles, halters, reins, bits, harnesses, martingales, and breastplates are all forms of horse tack.

Equipping a horse is often referred to as tacking up.

A room to store such equipment, usually near or in a stable, is a tack room.

Ariat International® is a premium performance footwear, apparel and accessories brand for equestrian sports and other outdoor activities, located in Union City, California.

Ariat was founded by Beth Cross and Pam Parker in 1992.

They saw an opportunity to revolutionize footwear for english and western riders by developing riding boots with advanced athletic shoe technology and construction to improve performance, fit and comfort both in the saddle and on the ground.

The first Ariat boots shipped in 1993 to rave reviews with athletes.

Performance riding apparel launched in 2004.

Today, Ariat offers a full assortment of english and western riding boots and apparel, work boots and work wear, and fashion footwear for active outdoor lifestyles.

With retail outlets in 42 countries, Ariat is the largest brand of riding footwear and apparel in the world.

A riding boot is a boot made to be used for horse riding.

The classic boot comes high enough up the leg to prevent the leathers of the saddle from pinching the leg of the rider, has a sturdy toe to protect the rider's foot when on the ground and has a distinct heel to prevent the foot from sliding through the stirrup.

The sole is smooth or lightly textured to avoid being caught on the tread of the stirrup in the event of a fall.

Clothing (also called clothes and attire) is fiber and textile material worn on the body.

The wearing of clothing is mostly restricted to human beings and is a feature of nearly all human societies.

The amount and type of clothing worn depends on body type, social, and geographic considerations.

Some clothing types can be gender-specific.