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Post by carolinec on Jun 3, 2014 11:30:13 GMT -1
I had a saddle made for Pip a few years ago and it's been wonderful (never slipped once) but it's very heavy.
My back is now quite sore and I'm struggling to lift it easily so I was hoping to find a lighter alternative.
I wondered if anyone had an recommendations for lighter weight saddles? I don't mind synthetic as long as it's a good fit and I can't afford to spend a fortune. I've had a Wintec before but the Gullets don't seem to be a good fit on Pip. He's not flat backed and the tree in his leather saddle has a definite curve to it.
If necessary I'll get a saddle fitter out and see what's the best option.
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Post by dalesnfellfan on Jun 3, 2014 15:20:48 GMT -1
I've borrowed a Thorowgood synthetic saddle for Spud and it's much lighter than his leather one, I can lift it onto his back myself even with the broken shoulder, it's a good fit on him with the wide gullet in, doesn't slip or move and it's very comfortable and feels secure to ride in. Spud is a very chunky Fell.
I've ridden in a wintec and I much prefer this thorowgood.
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Post by cutemangurdi1 on Jun 3, 2014 16:59:02 GMT -1
When I backed Wurzel we had a synthetic Thorowgood. They are nice saddles.
The monoflap leather saddles are much lighter these days but I suspect are only made in leather. Maybe look for a second hand one?
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Post by nedales on Jun 3, 2014 22:13:01 GMT -1
I am very fond of my Ideal GP--had it made to Lad with hoop tree and it fits both of us very nicely and is lovely and light.
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Post by harveydales on Jun 4, 2014 5:45:49 GMT -1
I sympathise with you, Caroline. I now have a lightweight monoflap and it is soooo much easier for me to deal with. I've had it a few years now and it suits me and Harvey perfectly although I don't think many Dales people ride in event saddles! Got it second hand as new is expensive.
Harvey also has more of a curve than most Dales Ponies and I found the saddles most people use for their Natives no good for him. I always thought Thorowgoods used a flatter tree than Wintecs but I guess there are different trees for different styles. I think your best bet is to get a saddler out.
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Post by carolinec on Jun 4, 2014 5:59:56 GMT -1
Thanks for the replies.
I love Pips made-to-measure saddle and it's very comfortable to ride in but I can barely lift it any more.
I think I will have to save up a little more and get a good saddle fitter out. If anyone has any recommendations for anyone who sells 2nd hand saddles and is a good saddle fitter who will come to Leeds then please let me know. xx
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Post by jay on Jun 5, 2014 17:43:55 GMT -1
The Saddle Company saddles are lightweight with serge panels. Jay has one of their special edition ones - the Heather Moffat easisit dressage and its incredibly light.
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Post by Fi on Jun 5, 2014 19:07:11 GMT -1
have pm'd you
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