Steph
>>>>> "Roger" == Roger Garlitz <Rgarlitz@txranger.com> writes:
    > I have to comment in response to Diane's experience with
    > Orthoflex.
    > I have an express lite that I have ridden for 2 years. I have an
    > arab arabian that is a typical small show horse, and a russian
    > arabian stallion that looks like a morgan. They are very
    > different builds.
    > The express lite works great on both horses. I ride competitive
    > trail in the open division. We finished 3rd in the region for
    > 1995. Back soreness is an area that the vet judges concentrate
    > on. We do not loose points for sore backs or rubs. I love my
    > saddle and would go buy another if anything happened to this
    > one. My gelding is very short backed and the saddle just fits
    > lenth wise.
    > I just wanted to let everyone know another point of view.
    >  The saddle quality is excellent, and has worn well with all of
    > the miles of training and competition.  I believe in the
    > flexable panel system. It has worked for me.
    > "Endeavor to Persevere" , Roger Garlitz Cowboy Country
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