Re-inventing the ride

Source: The Engineer
 

Its design has remained unchanged for over 200 years, accounted for generations of bow-legged cowboys, and the early retirement of many a racehorse. It is, of course, the riding saddle.



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Source: The Engineer
Date Published: June 24, 2009
 
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