Basic English Saddle Fitting Guide For Any Horse Owner At Any Level

My personal experience through Kissing Spine diagnosis, surgery, and success.
👋🏻 IG: @richtrach

Published by: Flying Changes Magazine
May/June 2021 Issue
https://www.flyingchanges.com/kissing...

Bristol’s story also featured in:
Chronicle of the Horse
March 2021 Issue
https://www.chronofhorse.com/director...

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Into - About me and my experience with Kissing Spine/Surgery as a Trainer, Instructor, and Competitor. (Article links above 👆🏻) *not a professional saddle fitter but have the experience to bring you tips and tricks to help your horse move and feel it’s best.

2:39 - Let’s Talk Half Pads
4:04 - Must Have Shims
4:44 - Back Mold and Tracing Tool
5:10 - Tree Size
6:05 - Set Saddle on Bare Back
6:16 - Saddle Fit and Placement
6:52 - Front Side Panel Contact
7:30 - Center Seat Balance
8:08 - Back of Saddle Popping Up Fix
8:50 - Proper Spacing Through Gullet
9:50 - Saddle Tilting and Twists
11:36 - Quick Recap
12:28 - Test Ride to Confirm and make Saddle Fitter Appointment for Near Future

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[Half-pad quick shopping links:]

Thin-Line
https://www.smartpakequine.com/pt/thi...

Pro-Lite
https://www.prolitepads.com/

https://www.cheshirehorse.com/p/proli...

Mattes
https://www.smartpakequine.com/pt/mat...



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