An important attribute: irreplaceable stirrups
It is believed that people owe the appearance of the first stirrups to the Indians of the 2nd century AD. Side straps with small rings at the lower ends were apparently adapted to the saddle design for the first time - the design helped the rider when landing on the horse. Stirrups are intended to assist the rider in getting on the horse and as an additional support during the ride, but it is not a necessary attribute for its successful implementation [...]
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