FlexEE saddles - anyone had one? Experiences?

[horsemad32]

Really curious as to how these have turned out once on the market. I saw one at Your Horse Live, and it looked to be a better concept than the other treeless ones she sells - reasonable ways of distributing pressure at least thought about. So - has anyone bought one? How do they 'measure up' in real life? Anyone tried one with a pressure testing system like the Port Lewis Impression Pads? Anyone got a before and after pic of their horse's back? Just really curious...!!! Thanks to anyone who replies

 

[nich]

Took delivery of one for my semi retired oldie last weekend. She will be in very light work only to keep her mobile and prevent muscle wastage. she has started changing shape due to Cushings, so her semi-flex saddle wasn't fitting. It's exceptionally light, she certainly doesn't object to it, and am particularly impressed by it staying where it's put and not creeping forward which all previous saddles have done. It's very comfortable for me although 2 people who had a sit weren't as keen. 1 felt very perched,1 had probs with lateral stability. You need to get it on straight and sit straight. I personally felt secure and in a very good position. It's deeper and with more in front of the leg than I'm used to, very good for a mare who shies quite sharply at times. Amazing value, looks good enough, she likes so I like. Hope this helps, sorry no pics

 

[nich]

Ps it's not for the horse in my avatar!