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Western riding is becoming more visible in the UK, but many riders still aren't entirely sure what it involves.   For some, it's associated with cowboy films, ranches and rodeos. For others, it's something they've seen online but never had the chance to try themselves.   The reality is that western riding is much more than a different saddle and a pair of boots. At its core, it's a way of riding that places a huge emphasis on balance, communication and using your body effectively.   After trying western riding for the first time at Wildwoods Riding Centre, one thing became clear very quickly: it feels

For my first western riding lesson at Wildwoods Riding Centre, Ariat supplied a full western outfit including a shirt, jeans, belt and boots.   As someone who spends most of their time riding in breeches, riding tights and paddock boots, I was interested to see how western clothing would compare. Was it simply part of the look, or was there a practical reason western riders have been wearing similar styles for generations?   After spending a lesson learning western riding from scratch, here's what I thought of each piece.   VentTEK Western Shirt (£60)   Shop the Ariat VentTEK Western Shirt.   The first thing I noticed about the VentTEK Western Shirt