If I buy a ???????? ????????????????????????, that should save me having to buy a ???????????????????????????????? and a ???????????????? ????????????????????????, shouldnβt it? Not necessarilyβ¦
???????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????? saddles are a Jack of all Trades, highly suitable for leisure riding, basic flat work and popping small fences. They are also often chosen as a cheap option for a young horse that is likely to mature and change shape during the first training season. However, once you decide to compete more seriously, you should consider buying a saddle designed for your chosen discipline.
???????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????? have a straighter cut so they lie behind the horseβs shoulders and do not inhibit movement. They have a deep seat and large thigh (front) blocks, optimising the riderβs position and helping the rider to ride securely with a longer stirrup. Of course you can hack out in a dressage saddle, but you may find it difficult to canter off the horseβs back, as the position of the blocks prevents you shortening your stirrups.
???????????????? ???????????????????????????? have a mid to flat seat (depending upon preference) and are forward cut, so you can ride with a short stirrup – suitable for jumping and cross country riding and of course hacking! The thigh blocks tend to sit above the riders knee, so the rider can maintain a secure leg position over a fence. You can of course do basic schooling in a jump saddle, but more advanced work, (sitting trot and lateral movements etc) will be easier in a dressage saddle.
???????? ???????????????????????????? fall in between β they are more forward cut than a dressage saddle and tend to have a mid-depth seat. They have βpencil rollsβ in front of the knees, so riderβs legs tend to get pushed backwards when jumping β not ideal! However it is true to say that some riders feel more secure in a GP.
And Finally…
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If you would like assistance in choosing the best saddle for you purpose or to book a saddle assessment/fitting appointment the please do not hesitate to contact me on 07941 512933.
???????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????? saddles are a Jack of all Trades, highly suitable for leisure riding, basic flat work and popping small fences. They are also often chosen as a cheap option for a young horse that is likely to mature and change shape during the first training season. However, once you decide to compete more seriously, you should consider buying a saddle designed for your chosen discipline.
