Seat size is measured differently and is scaled differently for English and Western saddles. All types of English saddle seats are measured from the metal rivet (or screw) on the side of the pommel (front top)...
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've just purchased a treeless saddle, hoping to keep your horse's back happy, then you know the many types of saddle pads available can be overwhelming! I hope the information (based on my own...
Those of you interested in an Australian saddle should be aware that they are measured differently from both English and Western saddles. Generally speaking, you need to buy the size that is 2" LARGER than...
This is the second guide to introduce one of the many German riding apparel and tack companies that are not so well known in the US. It is meant to give you some information about their products and maybe...
When buying an English saddle off of eBay, it would serve you well to measure the width of your horse's back so that you can buy the correct saddle tree size. English saddles fit very precisely. An ill fitting...
OK, I know everyone wants to make their next million selling on Ebay...but do we (consumers) have to get ripped by over priced shipping? To get a great deal on an item is everyones goal on Ebay, but then to be...
Special purpose matches / matchsticks (also known as lifeboat matches or flare matches), a component of many a survival kit, have a strikeable tip like a normal match but much of the remainder of the stick is...
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...
And Still More Thoughts On Rearing Horses I get a LOT of emails and calls about rearing horses. Here are a number of them that all came in about the same time and I have a stack more along these same lines. I...