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side saddle horseback riding was started ‘as a way for women to ride horses, while protecting their virginity and modesty’

Nov 2, 2022•1 min read

Fun Fact: side saddle horseback riding was started ‘as a way for women to ride horses, while protecting their virginity and modesty’

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