How to measure a girth size?

Question

What is the proper way to measure a girth for a horse I know they make 30 32 and up....I am getting ready to buy a new girth bc the one Have was given to me And I feel it is to big .....Also what are some good ones to buy that doesn't slip and that doesn't pinch and has good air flow and no girth rub pics would be helpful thanks

Update:

western

Update 2:

i know they make smaller ones to

? · Accepted Answer

Actually they do under 30 too..

Anyways, it depends on if you're western or english.
I will come back and edit after you add.

EDIT: Alrighty, so instead of making a huge complicated list you probably wouldn't even understand I'll just give you some articles on how to measure girth size:

http://www.ehow.com/how_2090055_measure-girth-size.html  -not sure how good this one is..check the others first.
http://www.cowboyway.com/HowTo/MeasureGirth.htm
http://www.horsesaddleshop.com/measure-your-horses-girth.html

Anonymous · Answer

I have never tried measuring a girth before. Sorry for just answering your question without a real answer.... :(

Gummy Bears (; · Answer

Depends, what type of saddle do you have?

Western? 
-how long is your off billet?

English?
-Dressage saddle or allpurpose/jumping saddle?

How to measure a girth size?

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