Re: Stonewall saddle Q

[Softrider Saddles <softride@cdsnet.net>]

The Soft Rider Saddle is made with the Balanced rider in mind. The calvary
saddle is
where we came up with the idea.  Jack has 5 Tevis Buckles, so we built the
Soft Rider Saddle with the proper way of riding  Distance, be it Endurance or
N.A.T.R.C. or
just having fun. The Soft Rider Saddle only weights 15 pounds.
Rebecca

Glenda R. Snodgrass wrote:

> Yes, I too have joined the Great Saddle Hunt. :)  Lakota is now on
> light duty until we find a saddle that fits him better than my
> most-beloved Aussie with which I really hate to part.
>
> So, having always liked McClellan saddles, I'm looking at the
> Stonewall.  I've read what's in the Ridecamp archives, which were
> generally good reviews, but couldn't find the answer to this question:
> how is it balanced?  The catalog says "built for endurance horseman" and
> "flat forward balance seat and rigged the stirrups for standing, easier
> posting and balance walking positions."  Now, to me, these statements are
> contradictory.  I thought a forward seat is one where the stirrup bars
> are slightly more forward, like in English jump saddles, where you have
> to lean your upper body a little more to post and stand in the stirrups,
> which makes the rider tired faster.  I thought that most endurance
> saddles were balanced on the "centered" or dressage-type seat, with the
> stirrups farther back, for easier posting and standing.  So what am I
> missing here?  Is the catalog description erroneous or am I confused
> or what?
>
> Can anyone who has used a Stonewall tell me how it's balanced and how you
> personally liked it?  Is it a good/comfy/sturdy/supportive saddle for
> endurance (50-100 mi) riding?
>
> Also, I might be interested in buying a used one, if you know of any
> available.
>
> Glenda & Lakota
> Mobile, AL