HELMET Equipment for Horse & Rider MALLET Hardwood head beveled on one end to allow for a full swing flush to the ground. Mallet shaft is highly flexible and can make a complete arc under the pony's neck or tail when swung hard. Mallets come in different lengths from 48 inches to 54 inches. POLO SADDLE Leather construction with stirrups. Differs from jumping saddle, which has extra pads, and from western saddle's horn mount. POLO BREECHES Regulation white - flexible and functional for polo. Hard surface, lined and strapped. The helmet provides its wearer maximum protection against spills and swinging mallets. POLO WHIP Held in the left hand, the whip is used from time to time in long runs down field. CLIPPED MANE Eliminates interference of pony's mane with the player's rein hand. DRAW REINS Pulley design from head to girth allows the player more control in steering the pony. BRAIDED TAIL Allows less interference with swinging mallets. BANDAGES Protective wraps used for support. RIDING BOOTS Provides protection for the player's lower leg. BRIDLE KNEE PADS Provides player's knee protection from bumps and balls. This series of strapping and supports give the player the ability to steer and stop the pony. BREAST PLATE POLO MARTINGALE Used to inhibit the horse's head from raising and hitting the rider. Secures the saddle forward. 14 SEPTEMBER 2021http://thevillagespoloclub.com