"The Side-Saddle Journey": ​Aussie Riders Aside in History​
Over the years, side saddle has undergone many changes in Australia. Throughout this evolution, countless courageous men and women have embraced the unique challenge of riding aside, helping to shape a rich and inspiring tradition that continues to this day.
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In 1915, Esther Stace set a sidesaddle high jump record of 1.98 metres (6 feet 6 inches) at the Sydney Royal Show, which would stand for 98 years, until 2013
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Wendy Tidbold was a passionate side saddle rider, competitor and enthusiast. She was also a saddle maker, making english, stock and side saddles for customers across Australia and New Zealand. Her legacy lives on in the lives she enriched with her passion and knowledge of side saddle
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Many men in North Queensland would opt to break in horses via side saddle!
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This photo belongs to our friend M.Drew of her great grandmother Lilian (aside) & her aunt Audrey (astride). Audrey was also known as Audrey Manchee & Shearston. Tenterfield, Queensland
Approx the late 1930's.
Notice the bridle on Lilians horse?
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Esther Stace
Wendy Tidbold