Measuring for cinches
How to Measure Your Donkey for ComfortStride® Cinches
Getting the correct cinch size is easy and only takes a few minutes. Because every donkey is built differently, we recommend measuring your animal rather than relying on height or breed alone. Our pack saddles require two cinches. For donkeys, the rear cinch is normally 2" longer than the front. For cows the rear cinch is normally 4" longer.
What You'll Need
- A flexible sewing tape measure or
- A piece of string or rope (measure it afterward with a tape measure)
Front Cinch
- Locate a point approximately 4–6 inches behind the elbow (see illustration).
- Wrap the tape completely around your donkey at that location.
- Record the circumference.
- Divide the measurement by two.
- Subtract 4 inches.
- Round up to the nearest available cinch size.
Rear Cinch
- Measure approximately 12–14 inches behind the elbow (see illustration).
- Wrap the tape completely around the donkey.
- Record the circumference.
- Divide the measurement by two.
- Subtract 4 inches.
- Round up to the nearest available cinch size.
Need More Adjustment?
Don't worry if your measurements fall between sizes.
Our latigos and billets provide additional adjustment, allowing you to fine-tune the fit for your individual donkey.
Growing Donkey?
If you're purchasing gear for a young, growing donkey, there's no need to buy an oversized cinch now.
We sell ComfortStride® cinches separately, so you can simply purchase the next size up as your donkey grows while continuing to use your existing pack saddle.
Need Help?
We're happy to help verify your measurements or recommend the correct size.
Mountain Ridge Gear
📞 719-749-2289
✉️ customerservice@mountainridgegear.com
Feel free to send us photos of your donkey, and we'll gladly help you confirm the proper fit.
