Q: Why do we hold our little fingers (pinkies) underneath the reins? Wouldn’t it be easier if we didn’t?<\/p>\n
A: Our little finger goes between the two reins on a double bridle – which is what everyone used to ride in in days gone by. Also, it’s like having something in reserve brake-wise. You can enlist the help of your little finger for some extra power if you have trouble stopping!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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