<i>Criollo</i> (South American horse breed, <i><a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Equus_caballus" class="mw-redirect" title="Equus caballus">Equus caballus</a></i>). Paraguayan cowboys use a version of the typical saddle from southern South America. The core of the saddle consists of two leather rolls that are filled with a sedge (Piri, Cyperus giganteus) for cushioning, these are laid along the horse's spine and sandwiched between several layers of wool and cotton blankets, cow leather pieces, and a thick sheepskin. For luxurious comfort, this may be topped by a soft piece of capivara leather. This "sandwich" is attached to the horse using two leather or rope cinches. The result is a wide but comfortable seat for the rider and a saddle that fits any horse.
Andrea Grosse , NBII
2005-04-27
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