Does your saddle slide forward no matter what kind of girth or saddle pad you use? This is one of the most common problems my clients approach me with, and I know how frustrating this can be. I know there are a number of ‘anatomically correct’ girths now available on the market – they can […]
Saddle Fit and Billet Alignment – Tip 5 Read More »
Continuing on with the detailed discussion on each of the nine points of saddle fit – this week we will examine specifically that part of the saddle which is closest to your horse – the panel. Panel Gullet Width I have had many clients with saddles that at first glance look like they’re fitting really
Saddle Fit and Panels – Gullet Width and Full Panel Contact – Tips 3 and 4 Read More »
Further to my last two blogs concerning the rather superficial summaries on the 9 points of saddle fit and getting ready for the spring and the upcoming show season, my next couple of weeks of blogs are going to be discussion of these 9 points in much more detail. Not only what to look for
Saddle Fit Tips 1 and 2 – Saddle Balance and Wither Clearance Read More »
As we head into spring, it’s time to put our thoughts into ensuring that all of our tack and equipment will work for the upcoming training months, and for the shows we intend to compete in. Especially if your horse has been ‘laid off’ for the winter months you will need to ensure that the
The Nine Points of Saddle Fit Read More »
Articles on saddle-fitting are somewhat frequently published in horse magazines, both in print, or online. The articles are usually combined with a bulleted checklist (9-points, 11-points, and so on) to see if your saddle fits. However, the most important ingredient to a successful riding recipe is that the rider understands WHY the saddle should fit
Saddle Fitting: More than 9 Points to Perfection Read More »
Saddle Fit and Tree Points: Impacting Scapular Health There are so many saddle companies on the market today; it seems that every month another new one is launched. Some of them seem to have ‘gotten it’ and have made some crucial design changes to truly accommodate equine anatomy as per the Saddlefit 4 Life philosophy
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