Cara
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Post by Cara on Dec 29, 2005 16:23:40 GMT 1
Jezze BH Don't get your knickers in a twist, the one she has is almost brand new n I had a couple of experienced people double check it. (the horse I had before is the same shape & size as her). I'm not some dum dum who hasn't a clue. Jezz bleeding heart or what! She is my number 1 priority. Hense forking out for dentists, reiki, chiro (who didn't think there was a problem with her back). Theres just something niggling her so I figured I'd try a physio to be sure to be sure. Bethebest (thanks) I'll defo price up a sinthetic, she has more growing to do that's for sure. She's really filled out since I've got her n can tell by the way her shoulders haven't quite caught up with her that shes still a way to go. She's 16.2 (ish) already. Maybe a sinthetic now n a nice stuben when she's 6 hummmm roysh off to do a search
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Post by Cara on Dec 29, 2005 16:30:07 GMT 1
Thanks Jess I think Wintec are in Ireland. I'll have a look Cheers
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annie
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Post by annie on Dec 29, 2005 16:55:08 GMT 1
If I could have my time over again I would have done things differently regarding saddles. My Connemara had six saddles in all as we went from one bad saddle fitter to another (all highly qualified by the way). This cost me a fortune but pony did not suffer with a bad back as he would buck you off before he suffered. My TB X had a bad back when I bought him as he had obviously had saddle fitting problems previously. He had three saddles which also cost a fortune plus lots of physio and equine massage whilst his muscles were rebuilding. I eventually settled for an Ansur treeless as I was about to go bankrupt. He absolutely loves it and has never had problems since. I have just bought a 5 year old Irish Draught X and he is lovely, sweet and genuine and as he hasn't long been backed has not got any saddle fitting issues. I did not even think about getting a saddle fitter for him - in the Notts area I haven't even come across a half-decent one. I bought him a Heather Moffatt Fheonix suberpanel treeless saddle as you can just see he will turn into a tank. He goes like a dream in this. I know some of these treeless saddles are expensive initially but believe me you will save a fortune in the long-term.
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Post by Cara on Dec 29, 2005 17:08:33 GMT 1
Hi Annie
Do the treeless feel much different? I've never ridden in one n don't know anyone who has one? What are they like to jump in?
Good luck with the ID, that's what I've got. I'm gonna do the rounds in the yard over the weekend n get as much advice/recommendations as possible. I know one lady spent £2,500 for a saddle (fitted) only to cause back problems. Who's to say the fitter/seller isn't acting in their own best interests?
Heather Moffatt Fheonix suberpanel treeless saddle? I did a search & it didn't bring up anything, are these good for big ID's?
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Post by jes on Dec 29, 2005 17:20:23 GMT 1
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Post by Cara on Dec 29, 2005 17:55:13 GMT 1
Thank you Jes!
They do say they will hire a saddle for a week which is v.good. I like the concept. They look v.comfy too & my instructor says I sit a little far back the structure of the saddle looks like it'd correct it hummmmmmmmm I've just never heard of them before - I'll ask around the yard n have a think about it.
I am swaying towards a synthetic adjustable thou, just as she's got so much more growing to do.
Anyone else have a Heather Moffatt Fheonix suberpanel treeless saddle?
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Post by plusrider on Dec 29, 2005 19:26:26 GMT 1
Second, Third or even forth hand is absolutely fine, as long as the saddle is fit for the purpose and fits both you and your horse it doesn't matter how old it is. Give a good saddler a ring, you might even just need a re-flock to make the one you have perfect again.
A good saddle is a must and if you can imagine walking with a stone in your shoe you can imagine how it must feel to your horse if your saddle is rubbing or has lumps and bumps.
Most saddler's stock older or second hand saddles, give them your budget and let them do the rest
Good Luck Tracy
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Post by Hanchen on Dec 29, 2005 19:55:55 GMT 1
I have a HM fhoenix saddle for my mare. Its the original prolite version instead of the suberpanel one. Its really great, shes happy in it (and believe me my mare is the type to let you know when shes not happy about something!) I use mine for schooling and hacking and will be jumping in it next summer. Defintly trial one if you can. the forums on the EE board are very good if you have any questions about the saddle.
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annie
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Post by annie on Dec 29, 2005 21:29:33 GMT 1
Hi Cara
Both the saddles are extremely comfortable. If you are considering a treeless saddle then do try and get a trial as they all feel quite different. The Ansur saddle is like riding bareback in as much as there is no 'build up' in the seat and it follows the contours of your horses back. The Fheonix is a bit more like a treed saddle as there are more built up layers in the seat which gives a 'twist'. Although they are not jumping saddles (although I think they do both design one) they are both very stable when jumping. Both saddles have the advantage of having stirrup bars set further back than treed saddles which naturally put you in a better riding position. I still have the occasional lesson at a riding school and have to say I feel a lot more unstable on the treed saddles than both mine which seem to somehow wrap around the horse and stick you in place.
Yes my ID is lovely and I can see he will grow tons more and that is why I wanted a saddle which will allow this.
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