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POLO MALLET: Polo mallets have bamboo or plastic shafts that are flexible and can make a complete arc under the pony’s neck or tail. The side of the hard wood head is used to hit the ball.
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HELMET: Hard, lined helmets protect players’ heads from swinging mallets and balls travelling at speeds up to 100 mph.
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SADDLE: Relatively flat, polo saddles have little padding under the leg, allowing for maximum movement.
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PLAITED TAIL: Polo ponies have plaited tails so they don’t get tangled in the action around them.
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BELL BOOT: These protect the pony’s front heels from contact with the back hooves.
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BANDAGES: These protective wraps shield the pony’s legs against contact with the ball or other ponies.
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RIDING BOOTS: Brown or black leather polo boots provide protection for the player’s lower leg.
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KNEE PADS: Protection for the player’s knees.
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BREAST PLATE: This leather strap prevents the saddle from slipping back during the game.
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POLO MARTINGALE: This leather strapping prevents the pony’s head from rising.
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GIRTH: This leather and elastic strapping fits behind ponies’ front legs and secures on each side of the saddle to hold it securely in place.
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BRIDLE: This series of leather strapping, metal bit, and supports gives the player steering and stopping control.
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MANE: Polo pony’s manes are clipped to eliminate interference with the player’s reins.
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