The Sidesaddle Legacy

The sidesaddle is a legacy from a time that has passed; an heirloom that we can treasure. Today, the tradition of riding aside has been revived & enjoyed by many for its elegance & grace. Since the revival of the sidesaddle in the mid 1970s, the American aside rider has been at a disadvantage...until now. Finally, here is a comprehensive guide to modern sidesaddle riding, the American way. Co-authored by two of the leading experts of the sidesaddle, THE SIDESADDLE LEGACY, gives the most thorough treatment yet published on the basics of selecting a sidesaddle, how to ride aside, & what to wear. Everyone from the beginner to the advanced rider will enjoy reading this entertaining & informative book. Organized into detailed chapters that cover the revival of the sidesaddle in the United States, selecting & fitting a sidesaddle, selecting & training a sidesaddle mount, correct attire, riding skills, & tips, tricks & helpful hints so that even the novice will gain skills & knowledge about the beautiful art of riding aside. THE SIDESADDLE LEGACY is clearly & beautifully illustrated by award winning equine artist, Sandi John Petrie, a sidesaddle expert in her own right. SIDESADDLES (ISBN 1-884011-08-X) is published by The World Sidesaddle Federation, Inc. in Bucyrus, Ohio. Retail $21.95, wholesale $15.00. Contact WSFI at 419-284-3176.