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In a message dated 97-07-11 12:56:45 EDT, Chotzi@aol.com writes:
<< Another word about trying to substitute padding for an ill-fitting saddle:
If your saddle presses down on the withers, no amount of padding on the
withers will reduce that pressure. However, padding on either side of the
withers can work as an interim measure, until you can get your saddle
adjusted. One problem with pads is that with each pad you add, you raise the
pommel more than the cantle. When you do that, you have to use some kind of
lift-back pad to raise the cantle to even out the seat. Pretty soon you're
nowhere near the horse. Often I see fads at barns: indian blankets, gel
pads, what ever the trend is. Everyone is using them. Remember: the panel
of your saddle IS the pad. You only need a pad to keep the saddle clean, or
if you have a horse with a particularly sensitive back. A gel pad can be
wonderful for a horse with a few lumps on his back, but only if there is room
for it. It should not be used with every saddle.
I have put out a guide to fitting saddles and riders that has lots of
illustrations. It is a big help when you are buying a saddle, or just trying
to evaluate the fit of your own. E-mail me if you'd like more info, or a
copy. Also feel free to e-mail any specific saddle fitting questions you may
have. I'll do my best to answer, and help your horse be as comfortable as he
can be!
>>
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Forwarded message:
Subj: Re: Saddle restuffing
Date: 97-07-11 12:56:45 EDT
From: Chotzi
To: Chaco L
OK. by the way, it's SO nice to be home again, if only for a week. I am
spending a few days just playing with my son and lying around. At least I'm
trying to......I had to do a fitting yesterday, and an appointment with a
lawyer and........oh, well, maybe next week...
By the way, you might want to make these two posts. I find that people don't
often have the attention span to read long ones.
Another word about trying to substitute padding for an ill-fitting saddle:
If your saddle presses down on the withers, no amount of padding on the
withers will reduce that pressure. However, padding on either side of the
withers can work as an interim measure, until you can get your saddle
adjusted. One problem with pads is that with each pad you add, you raise the
pommel more than the cantle. When you do that, you have to use some kind of
lift-back pad to raise the cantle to even out the seat. Pretty soon you're
nowhere near the horse. Often I see fads at barns: indian blankets, gel
pads, what ever the trend is. Everyone is using them. Remember: the panel
of your saddle IS the pad. You only need a pad to keep the saddle clean, or
if you have a horse with a particularly sensitive back. A gel pad can be
wonderful for a horse with a few lumps on his back, but only if there is room
for it. It should not be used with every saddle.
I have put out a guide to fitting saddles and riders that has lots of
illustrations. It is a big help when you are buying a saddle, or just trying
to evaluate the fit of your own. E-mail me if you'd like more info, or a
copy. Also feel free to e-mail any specific saddle fitting questions you may
have. I'll do my best to answer, and help your horse be as comfortable as he
can be!
Chotzi
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