starryeyed
Well-Known Member
With a big disclaimer to say I know it's what fits her best , not what everyone else likes!
Looking to upgrade madam's saddle, currently riding her in a Thorowgood (T4? Maybe?!) but have never really liked it - bought it as it fitted her & is adjustable and I knew she'd be changing shape. Not sure why I don't get on well with it as everyone says how nice they are but I struggle to keep the correct position and just don't feel "right" with it? The intention has always been to eventually upgrade (to leather which is my love!) and due to the sad loss of my gelding, I have a spare Albion sat in my room and as much as I'd like to hold on to it forever (sentimental value) I realise that it's silly to do that when I could part-ex it for one for her - unfortunately it won't fit her, which is such a shame as it's a beautiful saddle and I found it so comfy and as stupid as it sounds I've become very attached to it so will be really sad to see it go.
Will be ringing the saddler as I want to buy from him / get it fitted properly but I'd like to be a bit more aware of what's around at the moment as I'm quite out of the loop when it comes to saddles and don't want to sound too clueless. I realise a huge amount depends on what he has in stock / if he has anything which fits her, but..
1) I've been told by her previous owner that she prefers lightweight saddles? If this turns out to be the case then are there many which fit into this category? (Definitely not an albion )
2) And do adjustable leather saddles exist or are they quite hard to come by? I believe Bates do one but think that's probably quite pricey?
I'd be looking for something mid-range, I don't have a huge amount but want to treat myself a bit and will care for it well. I'd want a "true" GP - hoping to do a lot of jumping/XC but also flatwork so needs to be comfy enough for both as can't afford 2 just yet!
And of course would like to hear about saddles you've really liked, I know it's quite a personal thing but would be good to see which are mentioned. Thank you! x
Looking to upgrade madam's saddle, currently riding her in a Thorowgood (T4? Maybe?!) but have never really liked it - bought it as it fitted her & is adjustable and I knew she'd be changing shape. Not sure why I don't get on well with it as everyone says how nice they are but I struggle to keep the correct position and just don't feel "right" with it? The intention has always been to eventually upgrade (to leather which is my love!) and due to the sad loss of my gelding, I have a spare Albion sat in my room and as much as I'd like to hold on to it forever (sentimental value) I realise that it's silly to do that when I could part-ex it for one for her - unfortunately it won't fit her, which is such a shame as it's a beautiful saddle and I found it so comfy and as stupid as it sounds I've become very attached to it so will be really sad to see it go.
Will be ringing the saddler as I want to buy from him / get it fitted properly but I'd like to be a bit more aware of what's around at the moment as I'm quite out of the loop when it comes to saddles and don't want to sound too clueless. I realise a huge amount depends on what he has in stock / if he has anything which fits her, but..
1) I've been told by her previous owner that she prefers lightweight saddles? If this turns out to be the case then are there many which fit into this category? (Definitely not an albion )
2) And do adjustable leather saddles exist or are they quite hard to come by? I believe Bates do one but think that's probably quite pricey?
I'd be looking for something mid-range, I don't have a huge amount but want to treat myself a bit and will care for it well. I'd want a "true" GP - hoping to do a lot of jumping/XC but also flatwork so needs to be comfy enough for both as can't afford 2 just yet!
And of course would like to hear about saddles you've really liked, I know it's quite a personal thing but would be good to see which are mentioned. Thank you! x