How To Measure For And Shape A Hackamore

In this video braider and artist John Cochran outlines how to measure for a custom fit hackamore. He also covers how to shape one as well along with how to tie a mecate.
Link to shaper used in video : gfeller.us/pro...
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[@livelovelaughride1]

I have a bosal for my gelding that was fitted I thought to him. I now know I have to go back and revisit that fit! Thanks for the great info!

[@jamesclair4458]

I am glad that i found this Chanel. You might not believe it, but i have held that very shaping jig. Glad to see it working. Definitely a fan of the old school traditions. And a "hats off" for your horse. Great job he did there.

[@hackamorehorse]

Ty for the kind words. He and our other gelding are going to be getting a lot of camera time for sure.

[@scottc3165]

That was very helpful. Thank you.

[@dreamcometrue2498]

Hi John, I just purchased one of these amazing shapers for my new bosal. I noticed that your adjustment is a little lower than mine. I actually have it as high as it will go. I'm guessing that your bosal might be a little bit shorter than mine. Everything is tight, and it immediately started taking the correct shape. I thank you so very much for the recommendation.

[@millicentrowan]

This is a great video

[@rebeccadees2300]

Thank you for sharing your video and tutorial. I've never ridden with a hackamore so this is very interesting. Can you please share why you choose to ride with one as opposed to a bit? At 71 I still enjoy learning even though I don't ride at this time.

[@hackamorehorse]

The hackamore is a transitional training aid that is used to step a horse into a bit in the California bridle horse tradition and it also challenges you as a trainer to perfect your technique as any weaknesses in your training regimen will show up. I ride primarily for the tradition and the challenge of seeking refinement while staying out of the mouth of the horse.

[@richardbowles14]

very informative and great looking horse!

[@hackamorehorse]

Thank you!

[@sly3232]

Great video, make some on how you start a horse in one.

[@Trapezius8oblique]

Thank you very helpful

[@hackamorehorse]

Your welcome!

[@sharoneverall9419]

Incredibly informative but are the leather straps not too close to his eyes?

[@MannyTheBootmaker]

How long does it take for it to take shape?

[@cattymajiv]

Your headstall is almost right in your horses eye, in all 3 inststances! Please move it!

[@mmirazo615]

Get to the point