Horse riding tips

[M.T. Pockets]

I've rode horseback many times on pack in trips over the years. I'm a long ways from a cowboy, but I'm all right in a saddle. I've never rode more than about 3 hours at once though, this year I got myself involved in a 32 mile, 12-13 mile pack in trip.

Any suggestions on how to prevent saddle sores ?

I've learned a long time ago not to sit on your wallet. I've also worn cut-off sweat pants under my jeans and that seemed to help quite a bit. I know a guy that wears bicycle shorts under his jeans on the pack in days and he says that helps.

I have a buddy with some horses close by that I can ride anytime, but I don't know how it is possible to train yourself for a 13 hour ride.

Anyone have any ideas for anything that might help ?