"Pau Riders of Old Hawaii"
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Distaining the "side-saddle" position, Hawaiian women preferred long, full riding skirts (pa'u) which enabled them to straddle their horses. They would often spur their mounts to full gallop to make a dramatic arrival at a party.

The tradition of wearing the pa'u is kept alive today at parades and celebrations throughout Hawaii.

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