Bridle path (horse)

Bridle paths are a common style of grooming in the United States, but are not seen as often in Europe.

A bridle path is usually clipped or shaved in the mane for competition in certain disciplines, and this may be done on ordinary riding horses as well.

It also is thought to give the horse the appearance of a slimmer throatlatch, a generally desirable conformation trait.

If the bridle path is cut too far, it can take up to 6 months for the mane to grow back to a length that allows it to lie over neatly, and as long as a year to reach its fullest possible natural length.

The length of the bridle path often varies between the equestrian disciplines and breeds.