lead rein

Horse control line

A lead rein is a strap or rope attached to a horse's bridle, held by someone on foot to guide the animal.

In children's riding lessons, a lead rein allows an adult to control the horse while the child learns: The pony was kept on a lead rein until she felt confident.

Figuratively, to be on a lead rein is to be under close supervision or control.

Related
  • halterAnimal restraint rope
  • lungeSudden forward movement
  • ponyCompact equine breed
  • pony clubYouth equestrian organization
  • trotPace between walk, canter

handler · lesson · control · arena · walking · walking pace · child · beginner · riding lesson · riding school · strap · leather · clip · guidance · steady · instructor · horse trainer · saddle

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Opposites
rider control/independence

lead reinfree rein

Unrestricted freedom to act

training stage/skill level

lead reincross-country riding

Horseback sport over land

dressage · show jumping

rider autonomy

lead reinfree riding

Benefiting without fair contribution

bridle

Family

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