How to purchase a saddle Making the choice to purchase a saddle can be a difficult one. What brand should you buy? New or Used? Leather or Synthetic? The list goes on... Below are my thoughts based on years of...
If you have a number of differently proportioned horses a treeless saddle might be the most economical choice for you. Not everyone can afford a different saddle for each of their horses and the treeless can...
Approximate Size Comparison Chart An English 17" saddle is Equivalent to a 15" Western, A 15" Western Saddle is Equivalent to a 17" Australian Saddle English Western Australian 15" 13" 15" 16" 14" 16" 17" 15"...
Many people want to buy a sidesaddle, but cannot commit the huge amount of money "old name" sidesaddles like Owen, Whippy, Champion Wilton, or Martin Martin command. Some people find they need a size that is...
Those of us who ride Saddleseat know how difficult it can be to find a used saddle without the help of the internet, as so few tack shops cater to our style of riding. However there are things everyone should...
When measuring for the seat of an English Saddle, take a measurement from the side screw on the pommel to the center edge of the cantle as illustrated above.
I read about the Hilason treeless saddle in this guide and have to agree that this is a problem with more kinds than that. I purchased a Barefoot saddle and it is the same: the stirrups are set so far back...
The first thing coming to mind before buying an English saddle would be its intended use. If you are wanting to impress someone, stick with the old brands. But, if you are seeking value and function, take a...
I purchased a treeless Hilason and LOVE IT! I had been riding in a Bob Marshall and this saddle is every bit as comfy as the Marshalls. Good Job Hilason ~ you have yet another satisfied customer!