>Four common reasons for friction soreness:
>uncollected horse, with rider lounging in the seat
>standing in the stirrups, causing the back of the saddle to rise
>conformation
>seasonal coat changes causing extra sensitivity
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>Long strung out walks cause the saddle to move 2-3" with each stride,
>especially with a loose girth. Encourage a little 'natural
>collection' and rounder back. Don't ride with a loose girth
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Correct. I hate to hear fit problems blamed on either the saddle or the fact
that the horse is an Arab, with his "head in the air and a hollow back".
Poppycock! Good hands, educated hands and seat and legs produce a soft,
rounded topline and a free shoulder. Let's not all blame poor training or
riding on the tack or the breed. Certainly this is true in some cases;
however, let's be frank about all of the possibilities.