Saddle balance low behind (chair seat). All images courtesy of The Saddlefitter.
H
orse ownership is a demanding and complex pursuit. As responsible horse
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When to call the fitter
owners we must ensure the wellbeing of our charges, which encompasses everything from the worming regime we use, foot care, pasture management and more. And if we choose to ride our horses, we must also ensure that they are comfortable in their saddles. Research from the UK suggests that to achieve optimum saddle fit, saddles
If you’re unsure whether you, your saddle, and your horse are a good fit for each other, it may be time to call the saddle fitter. KATHRYN SULLIVAN-BUTT shares her expert advice on some saddle fitting basics.
should be checked a minimum of three or four times a year to address the changes in our horse’s shape through the seasons, the needs of the rider, and the wear of the saddle. If you’re not calling on the expert advice of your fitter quite so regularly, then as riders we need to
