I frequently see movie cowboys pulling another horse, mule or other pack animal by holding a rope tied to their saddle horn. Is that accurate? Jay Crane Phoenix, Arizona Yes, cowboys often brought along a second horse to carry gear or serve as a backup mount. Even today’s riders might tie the rope to the saddle to lead their pack animals. In that case, though, you better have a quick escape route, just in case the second horse goes around a tree or rock or other impediment. You’ll


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