The two curved pieces at the front of a saddle that the rider holds onto.
Saddlebows are important for the rider's safety and control.
Examples:
She held onto the saddlebows tightly as the horse galloped.
The saddlebows are made of strong leather.
He likes to grab the saddlebows when he rides the horse.
The saddlebows are like the handles on a bike, but for a horse!
The saddlebows are the best part of the saddle.
The saddlebows help the rider stay on the horse.