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 I just tried out a sports saddle for the first 
time this week and I have to say I was VERY SAD giving it back to its owner when 
I was done! I didn't think I was going to like it at all and was trying it out 
cause my horse has some back issues with other saddles. Now I am on the big 
search to find one soon, soon, soon. (By the way, I'm looking for a 15-1/2" or 
16"....) They definately take getting used to them but then you ride in 
traditional treed saddle right afterward (like I did) and it feels like a HARD 
BOARD!! Guess thats why horses like these sport saddles. When you have a horse 
with back issues, you can get used to anything for their sake. I'm just very 
surprised how cozy it is to ride in!! Can't wait for one now!! 
  
Karla Watson 
Portland, Oregon 
(Thanks to Karen for lending me one for upcoming 
Alpine Ride!!) 
  
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