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Dreaded chair position?  I am lost on that one :-?

I have a wintec isabell and I love it!


> From: Lysane Cree <lysanec@xxxxxxxx>
> To: ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: [RC]   Reply to Wintec question
> Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2006 09:26:24 -0500 (EST)
>
>
> I have been using a Wintec Endurance Pro (older model).
> I think the Wintecs are
> good saddles and I've always loved the "wash and wear" aspect of
> the synthetic saddles, but I did find that the Endurance Pro *did* put me 
> in
> the chair position that you are talking about. The stirrup bars are
> placed forward. It does not fit my current horse very well so I am
> currently looking to replace my saddle and would
> probably be getting another model of Wintec if I had not discovered
> the Reactor Panel saddles. :) The price is what most people balk at, and
> I did have to save money up in order to
> consider buying one, but the adjustability and flexibility of the panels
> really drew me to it since I have a young unconditioned horse who will
> surely change over the next couple of years. And if I can avoid having to
> change saddles again in a few years it will be well worth it. I am 
> considering one
> of the dressage saddle models.
>
> Perhaps the newer model of the Wintec dressage saddle (with the changeable 
> gullet
> and CAIR panels) would be good for you? I don't believe the sizing of the 
> saddles
> has changed, although you could ask the company to be sure.
> They are pretty helpful and I think you can try the saddle first before 
> committing
> (at least I was able to when I bought my saddle from a tack shop in my 
> area).
>
> Hope this helps a little :)
>
> Lysane
>
> /I am new to the sport. I've completed one 30 mile ride and placed=
> /first. I want to try a 50 so we can do a slower pace. I would=
> /like some input on saddles. I am currently using a Wintec sport.=
> /It is a dressage style. My 13year old daught has taken it over=
> /and is becoming interested in the sport. I absolutely love the=
> /saddle and so does my steed. I have not had any luck finding=
> /another as they are obsolete know. Any other wintecs anyone can=
> /recommend. I do not like the dreaded chair position.
>
> Leann
>
>
>
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