The Story Behind Our Pony Pack Saddles
At Inca Outfitters, every Pony Pack Saddle has been created, developed and designed by Emma Massingale, renowned horse trainer and adventurer. Drawing on years of experience working with ponies, Emma has crafted a saddle set that is practical, comfortable, and built to last.
Each design has been tried and tested with her own ponies across the rugged moors of Devon and along the sandy beaches of Cornwall. From long-distance treks to coastal adventures, these saddles have proven themselves in real-world conditions — ensuring they’re not only reliable, but perfectly suited for ponies from minis through to Shetlands and beyond.
With thoughtful details, durable materials, and a focus on pony comfort, the Pony Pack Saddle Set combines Emma’s passion for adventure with her commitment to creating gear you can trust.
The Health Benefits of Regular Exercise for Ponies
Keeping ponies active isn’t just about fun and fitness — it’s one of the most important ways to protect their long-term health and wellbeing. Regular, gentle exercise helps maintain a healthy weight, supports muscle tone, and keeps the heart, lungs, and joints in good working order. For many native and hardy breeds, daily movement is vital to balance their naturally efficient metabolisms.
Preventing Laminitis and Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)
Two of the most common health concerns for ponies are laminitis and Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS). Both conditions are often linked to excess weight and lack of exercise. Laminitis — a painful inflammation of the tissues inside the hoof — can be triggered when sugar levels and body fat become too high. EMS causes insulin resistance, making ponies more prone to laminitis and other metabolic issues.
Regular exercise helps regulate insulin sensitivity, improves circulation to the hooves, and burns off excess calories that might otherwise lead to weight gain. Even moderate, consistent movement such as trekking, carrying light packs, or being led out for walks can make a big difference.
Natural Movement for Happier, Healthier Ponies
Ponies evolved to move for many hours each day, browsing and walking across varied terrain. Modern life can make it harder for them to stay naturally active, especially when turnout space is limited. Incorporating gentle daily activity — whether through in-hand walks, light riding, or pack work — helps mimic the natural rhythm their bodies were designed for.
At Inca Outfitters, we believe in supporting ponies to live active, healthy lives. Our equipment is designed to make exercise practical, comfortable, and enjoyable — keeping ponies moving, minds engaged, and bodies in balance.