Harness

tug

A long thick piece of the harness that runs down the legs and hooks to the wagon or cart.

hames

The "back-bone" of the harness

belly band

The band that goes under the belly and must not be cinched up.

collar

The part of the harness that is shaped like the horses neck stuffed with straw like binding.

crouper

The piece that goes right under the tail

britchen

The piece that sits on the start of the thigh.

quarter straps

The small straps that keep the neck yoke from sliding too far forward.

pole strap

The strap that keeps back half from sliding too far down.

harness

The strips of leather and buckles that help a horse pull a wagon or cart.

back pad

The thick big piece that sits on the back evening out the rest of the harness.