Girth (tack) place, other pieces of equipment are also used in jumping or speed sports such as polo, eventing, show jumping, and fox hunting; or on rough terrain such as trail riding. These include breastplates, overgirths, cruppers, and, on pack saddles, breeching. Studies have shown that, although girths may restrict the movement of the ribcage in the horse, they have no effect on the horse's ability to take in air. Several types of girth are shaped to allow ample room for the elbows. The Balding style is a flat piece of leather cut into three strips which are crossed and folded in
Belt (clothing) up to 35 mm wide. Belts for jeans are usually between 35 mm and 38 mm wide (a little under 1 inch). When wearing a suit it is also common to match the color of the belt and shoes. Belt (clothing) A belt is a flexible band or strap, typically made of leather or heavy cloth, and worn around the waist, which is usually of less circumference than the hips underneath, preventing pants from falling. A belt supports trousers or other articles of clothing. Belts have been documented as male clothing since the Bronze Age. Both sexes have used them