How Long Is A Cob Browband?

16 inches.
The browband length on the Cob is 16 inches, Full/Warmblood size is 17 inches, and on our Oversized/Extra Large it’s 18 inches.

What length is a cob size browband?

Standard Browband Sizes are as follows.

How do you size a browband?

Browband: measured from the end of each loop, straight across. Even if the style is curved. Standard browband loops are approximately 3cm wide. Headpiece: measured with the cheek pieces attached on the middle hole.

How long are cob cheek pieces?

Morris and Nolan Cheekpieces

What size is a cob bridle?

The nose band on a cob bridle measures 11 inches, while the nose band on a full bridle measures 12.25 inches. A brow band on a cob bridle comes in just an inch shorter than the 15.5 inch brow band on a full bridle.

How long should a cobs tail be?

For cobs, hunters, hacks and riding horses I like a tail to finish about 4 inches below the point of the hocks when the horse is on the move. This means you need to see your horse being trotted in hand to see his natural tail-carriage.

What length are cob reins?

52"
Reins come in a variety of lengths, typically 48″ for ponies, 52″ for cobs or small horses, 54″ for average sized horses and 60″ for oversize horses.

How do I know if my browband fits?

A browband should fit so that two fingers (stacked) fit comfortably under the front of the browband. As we already mentioned, the throatlatch should be unimpeded by the browband, allowing it to hang vertically from the split. The throatlatch helps to stabilize the bridle by preventing it from tipping side to side.

How tight should a browband be?

Fitting the browband.
Too tight and the browband will put unnecessary pressure on nerves and pull the headpiece into the back of the ears. Ideally, you should be able to get two fingers (one on top of the other) to fit comfortably under your browband.

What does browband mean?

Definition of browband
: any band designed to cross or cover the forehead especially : the part of a bridle, headstall, or halter that passes from one cheekpiece to the other above the eyes and below the ears.

What size are cobs?

In general terms, cobs are larger than ponies, standing 14.2 hands (58 inches, 147 cm) or taller, but are relatively small and compact, usually with somewhat short legs. The breed of horse known today as the Section D Welsh cob exemplifies the classic build of the historic cob.

What size is a cob bit?

between 5 and 6 inches
The average bit size for a horse size is between 5 and 6 inches, but will vary by breed, build, and genetic makeup. Horses and ponies with more refined noses such as Arabs and Welsh Cobs often need bits less than 5 inches.

What size is a cob saddle?

Available in 4 seat sizes (16.5″, 17″, 17.5″, and 18”) and gullet width from narrow through to 4XW.

What size is cob or full?

Horse Desires Brushing Boots

Is cob bigger than horse size?

Cob simply refers to a type of horse – one that’s of thick build and generally resembles a large pony. While these horses are larger than a pony, they’re smaller than an average horse, which is why cob-sized tack exists.

Is a cob bigger than a horse?

As you might expect from the origin of the word, a cob is “strong” and “rounded” : a cob is simply a type of horse that has a sturdy build, strong bones, large joints and generally stout appearance. They can be any size but traditionally, they have been thought of as a small horse above pony height.

Should cobs be hogged?

Hogging is required to show cobs in certain classes and can also make a particularly rugged cob look much neater.

What side should a cobs mane be?

For most disciplines, the horse’s mane should fall on the right side of the neck. However, a mane might have a mind of its own and prefer to be on the left side, or maybe on both sides.

Do show cobs have to be hogged?

Preferably to be shown hogged. Cobs should have hogged manes, pulled tails, and trimmed with all hair removed from their legs.

How big is an Irish cob?

15 to 15.2 hands
On average, an Irish Cob horse measures 15 to 15.2 hands (60-61 inches, 152-155 centimeters) tall, which enables it to carry heavy loads.

What is the difference between a cob and a gypsy cob?

It was often referred to simply as a “Cob”, although the term cob defines a short-legged, stout type of horse rather than a breed. Other names are used worldwide for the breed, such as Gypsy Cob, Gypsy Vanner and Tinker Cob, alluding to its association with the travelling community.