Eventers may have a more crouched position, usually with the heel slightly more forward while riding cross-country, to provide more security as they ride over varying terrain at a fast gallop? Hunter riders generally have a very upright two-point, as they usually show on very level footing and at slower speed. Position in two-point varies according to the task. On the flat, or when used on course between jumps, the two-point position allows the horse to have a great deal of freedom of movement because the rider's weight is lifted off its back. The rider supports his or her body using leg and stirrup, keeping the heels down, closing the hip angle, and lifting the buttocks out of the saddle while keeping the head and shoulders up. The position is so named because the rider has 'two points' (both legs) in contact with the saddle. Riders usually employ a 'two-point' position while jumping fences, depending on the type of course and height of fences. This includes proper leg position, weight in heels, soft hands, good posture, balanced seat, eyes up and, when working over fences, looking ahead towards the next fence.

The Hunt seat is also sometimes called the 'forward seat.' Ideally, a hunt seat rider has a very secure position.

It is heavier and has a deeper seat than the 'close contact' style of hunt seat saddle. One style of hunt seat saddle, an 'eventing' saddle.

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