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...
The purpose of this guide to assist riders in making a determination as to whether a treeless saddle would benefit them or their horses. The following is based on my personal experience with the BOB MARSHALL...
I have found a lot of sellers that have been measuring their English saddle like a western saddle. This is incorrect. If you measure your English saddle from the center of the gullet straight back to the...
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...
A guide to buy the best saddle in the world for your hard earned money! We know how scary it can be to make a purchase on a high dollar item like a saddle not being able to touch it. We want to give you a few...
Buying a western saddle can be quite an experience. Many ebay buyer are disappointed in their saddle purchases. If you shop price alone, you may get exactly what you pay for. There are certainly some good...
I purchased a used Hilason that was only ridden twice The saddle was in good condition when it arrived. The first time I rode the saddle something felt funny so I contacted Hilason co. for some info so I could...
When purchasing a western saddle the first thing to remember is; THE SADDLE IS AS IMPORTANT AS THE HORSE WHO WILL WEAR IT! Although we all want a good looking saddle, form and function come first. When a...
To check the fit of your western saddle place it on your horse's back. Now look at the saddle from the side. Does it look level on your horse's back? If it tips too far up in the front that indicates that it...