Alice, if you have access to the endurance
archives (through the www page); search for
Sports Saddle .....there is a lot that has
been discussed through this group, and it
has largely been positive.
I know a lot distance riders are using this
saddle successfully. I am surprised that
you heard that it was bad for the horse's back.
We have one my husband uses for his gelding,
I will be ordering another for my mare, as
my much beloved Stubben is not fitting her
properly anymore. (White hairs showing up
when her coat changed this fall). Both of
our horses *love* the saddle and seem to move
effortlessly.
Jude Hall
& Pride's Pure Angel (TWH mare)
& Kentucky Redbud (Racking Horse gelding)