mecate in a sentence

1. As mentioned, the hackamore is used with a mecate to provide the correct feel and weight.

2. Slow, easy maneuvers might be good opportunities to suggest first with the bridle reins, then supporting with the mecate.

3. In the first stages of the “two rein” process, the horseman uses the mecate to ask and direct the horse in his various maneuvers.

4. Though both hands are used to operate the mecate, it is often emphasized that the rider only apply pressure with one or the other hand but not both at the same time.

5. Gradually, as the horse begins to learn the language of the bridle, he will receive more and more of his signals directly from it with little or no message from the mecate.

6. There are times when a signal is initiated with the bridle reins and, if not heeded, supported with the mecate, while other times a signal will be initiated with the mecate and immediately supported with the bridle reins.