Tips for Buying Horse Saddles!

 A new saddle could be the most costly piece of equipment you can purchase following the Horse. Here are some factors to consider when deciding whether to purchase a saddle.

After you've bought your Horse, most likely, the single largest piece you'll purchase is the SaddleSaddle. It's sufficient to be cautious when choosing a saddle, but it's not the sole reason to consider it, as you'll discover in the following sections.

This post isn't intended to inform you on which Saddle to purchase; however, it will highlight some of the aspects that you need to consider when making your decision.

What Kind of Saddle Should You Purchase?

The first step is the type of SaddleSaddle you require. Most of the time, the sport you compete in will determine the SaddleSaddle you select. Showjumping, dressage, western pleasure, and saddle seat classes all require distinctive types of saddles.

Within my Saddle Facts article, I've included information on the various styles of western and English saddles and the types of activities to the best use of them.

But, the decision might not be as straightforward. For instance, riders who like riding their horses on trails could use either a general-purpose English saddle or a western trail saddle. If this is the case, you must consider what else you would like to do. If you mostly ride trails, but you also enjoy the excitement of jumping over fallen logs that you encounter along the way, you may opt for a general-purpose English saddle.

Other options that aren't mentioned Other options that are not mentioned above are Australian saddles that come in a western-style saddle with a horn and one without Horn. In the case of endurance riders, specially-designed endurance saddles are designed to provide comfort during long-distance rides. They are popular among enthusiasts of both endurance and pleasure.

Saddles made of synthetic or leather?

The owners of horses are in a state of abundance. When the first synthetic saddles were made available, they were covered with nylon material and were often available in bright colors. This made them unsuitable for use in shows. They are now made from synthetic suede and leather and look and feel like traditional saddles. The other advantage of synthetic saddles is that they are extremely light and easily cleaned. They come in a variety of styles, including western and English. There are still synthetic saddles with trendy colours if you want.

Leather is the primary material that saddles are constructed. But, not every leather is made equal, and a saddle that could appear like a bargain might end up being constructed of inferior, imported materials. Make sure you choose high-quality leather and pay close attention to the quality of finish, stitches and fittings like billet straps. Purchase the finest quality that you can afford. Then look after it properly so that it lasts for a long time.

The SaddleSaddle should be fitted to the Horse, and Fit the Saddle to the Rider

A saddle that isn't correctly fitting your Horse can lead to various health issues and training problems. A saddle that isn't fitting you correctly will make it difficult to sit in and make you uncomfortable and throw you off your Horse.

The primary feature of a saddle that determines whether it is suitable for your Horse is the size of the gullet. The backs of all horses do not come with the same characteristics with a range of styles, from the prominent withers seen in the Thoroughbred to the round, the mutton withers commonly found on Arabians as well Quarter Horses. Should the type of Saddle that you pick has a gullet too large, it will press into the withers. If the gullet is not wide enough, the Saddle can squeeze.

Other aspects of being considered are the weight of the SaddleSaddle when it is placed on the Horse. Are the pommel and the cantle at a level, as well as does the Horse's SaddleSaddle tilt either way. A saddle that isn't in a group can cause discomfort for your Horse and make it difficult to hold your position.

In addition to making sure the Horse is properly fitted In addition to fitting Horse, it is essential that the Saddle is sized to the person riding it. A saddle that's too small can cause discomfort when you hit the pommel every time you go. A saddle that's too big will see you bouncing around trying to hold your balance. Ideally, you'll be able to put your palm flatly between your and the cantle when sitting at the bottom in the back.

New or used Saddle?

If you're only starting with horses and are trying to keep costs lower, you might want to look into a used horse. The advantage of used saddles does not require a "break-in" time, and the leather, if it's been properly maintained, will be already soft, smooth, and suitable to use.