Does anyone have any experience with them? I’ve never ridden in one, but I’m considering one for my hard to fit horse. I can’t stand western saddles (no communication between horse and rider) and I’m not sure if there are any parallels to be drawn between treeless and western. I’ve seen a few treeless dressage saddles advertised. What do I need to know before I go looking for one? And what are your experiences with them? Thanks!
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Treeless English Saddles?
Saturday, September 4th, 2010Is it possible to jump in an Endurance Saddle?
Thursday, September 2nd, 2010A treeless saddle? I am not talking about showing.
But there is a really great Endurance treeless saddle for sale and soo low price. But would it be ok to jump around in for fun for awhile until I can get a more jumping-appropriate saddle?
How much should I sell my saddle for?
Saturday, August 21st, 2010I am saving for a new saddle, so I want to sell my current saddle and put that money towards the new one.
Right now I have a Crosby close contact. It has knee rolls, and is in great condition. No discoloration or anything. It has small scratches/tears in one spot, but they are just surface, and not very noticable.
I want to sell it on ebay, how much should I try to get?
Do you know of a good saddle for someone just starting to jump?
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009I am an adult picking up jumping for the first time and want a secure feeling saddle. My instructor isn’t very much help as she recommends super expensive saddles and I don’t want to spend that much money yet.
I’ve done a lot of research on what’s out there… I just want to know what people with experience recommend.
How does different flap lengths on a dressage saddle affect the horse and rider?
Wednesday, September 16th, 2009I am a pretty short rider, and the saddle I am thinking of buying offers extended or shorten flap lengths, but it is quite expensive as it is considered a “custom” saddle when you order this. I ride a section c welsh pony, so she is rather small as well. Do I need to get a smaller flap to be comfortable? I have only ridden in jump saddles before so I don’t know much about this. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Where can I find a good fitting saddle pad for an HDR saddle?
Sunday, September 13th, 2009I have a close contact HDR saddle and I’m looking for a good fitting pad to go with it. A hunter/jumper pad would be best. HDR saddles have very high knee pads though, so the saddle pads I’ve been using just slide back and the saddle leaves sore marks where it’s rubbed. Any suggestions on where I can find one would be great! Thanks!
How big should my english saddle be?
Wednesday, September 9th, 2009I have a 15 inch western saddle, and I was just wondering if I should get the same size of english saddle, or if the size is measured in a different way for different types of saddles. Thank you all!
Will white hair pressure marks grow out if the saddle fit problem is resolved?
Saturday, September 5th, 2009I am working with a pony who’s saddle has given her white marks under pressure points. We are in the market for a new saddle, looking primarily at treeless saddles. I was wondering if white pressure marks will grow out and turn back to their original color. Thanks for any suggestions?
What color of western saddle pad would look best with a med oil saddle with a hot pink suede seat?
Friday, September 4th, 2009I don’t want it to have too much pink in it.. just something that compliments the saddle. I have another saddle with a dark brown seat so I would like to be able to use the pad with both saddles. I have a sorrel, red dun, and black horses. Thanks
