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A Look at English Saddle Styles

Mon, 30 May 2011 14:30:57 +0000

Some pieces of equestrian equipment are fairly easy to pick out. For example, when it comes to riding helmets, all you have to do is find an ASTM/SEI approved model that fits snugly on your head. There aren’t any major features that set one helmet apart from another, so shopping for this type of item is a breeze. The same holds true when buying shirts, breeches, and gloves. As long as the item fits well, you’ll be fine.

Choosing a saddle, on the other hand, is a bit more complicated. At first glance, all English saddles look basically the same to an inexperienced eye, so you might be inclined to select the cheapest or most stylish one without considering anything else. But each saddle has important differences in features such as seat depth and location, as well as flap length and shape. These differences directly affect your ability to ride effectively in certain events, so just as you choose equestrian boots based on how you intend to ride, you should do the same thing when it comes to saddles.

The three most popular English saddle styles are dressage, jumping, and all-purpose. Here are a few basic characteristics to keep in mind as you try to figure out which style to purchase from TheEquestrianCorner.com.

English Dressage Saddles

Deep seat with long, straight flaps
Higher pommel and cantle
Helps riders maintain a straight-backed, upright posture from their riding helmets down through their equestrian boots
Allows rider’s legs to stay closer to the horse’s body
Available with or without knee rolls
Appropriate for beginners, pleasure riders, and dressage events
Top brands include Henri de Rivel (HDR), Germania, Jorge Canaves, Pro-Trainer, and Shannon

English Jumping Saddles

Deep seat with short, angled flaps
Lower pommel and cantle
Helps riders to lean forward into jumps
Available with knee rolls to provide more security and stability during jumps
Available with Grip-Tac leather for improved grip
Appropriate for jumping or cross-country eventing
May not be suitable for novices or pleasure riders
A leading manufacturer is HDR

All-Purpose English Saddles

Essentially a cross between dressage and jumping saddles
Medium-depth or deep seat with mid-length flaps
Rounded or square cantle
Available with knee rolls for extra support
Provides riders with balance and security for participation in different disciplines
Appropriate for pleasure riding , foxhunting, and competitions
Suitable for novices and intermediates
Top brands include HDR, Germania, Pro Am, and Jorge Canaves

Though these are the most popular English saddle styles, they are not the only ones available. Here at TheEquestrianCorner.com, we also carry close contact, event, and young rider saddles, so be sure to browse our entire collection. For your convenience, we also carry all the apparel, riding helmets, equestrian boots, and accessories you’ll need for training or your next event.

Choosing an English saddle comes down to your purpose for riding, skill level, and personal preferences. Your saddle has a direct impact on how well you ride and how quickly your horse responds to commands, so take some time to try out a few different models appropriate to your discipline to see which one feels the most comfortable.

Saddle Pads Under All Saddles

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 21:49:02 +0000

Horse saddle pads are essential for all horses. The help wick away the moisture from the horse back, keeping it drier and less susceptible to fungal growth and less inviting for pests, it adds a layer against friction rubs on the horse’s skin, and it provides an extra layer of comfort to both the horse and rider. Even in the Western days, the riders would lay a regular woven blanket under the saddle. Usually that same blanket might become a sleeping pad for the rider at night. Saddles pads from the e-commerce site, where customer service and a great website are two reasons to visit the site, stay for a while, and see all the Spring Arrivals.

American Warmblood Dressage Saddle Pad

Turnout Blankets And Saddle Pads – Closeout Prices

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 20:25:03 +0000

The weather in our area is definitely cooler, and we even had some snow in the mountains already, so I was looking for some new turnout blankets, but I am a little budget conscious right now. I was happy to see www.theequestriancorner.com have so many items on my “needs” list on sale in their online Closeout Section. I bookmarked some Amigo turnout blankets, some Jaipur Polo Company Classic Fleece Sheets as well as a good selection of Equine Couture saddle pads. Looking for superior quality at a value price, check out this vendor’s selection – remember quantities are often limited in Closeout so get shopping today!

Equestrian Saddle Pads And Horse Equipment

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:07:43 +0000

When you saddle up do you run a mental check list making sure all your safety equipment is in place? It’s important to remember the horse riding equipment to protect your horse as well. To keep your horse from cuts, scrapes and bruises, you must protect their legs. You should make sure that you are stocked up on protection equipment, such as bell boots, equine leg wraps, bandages, and splint boots. You want to keep your horse safe and lessen any chance of injury. It is also very important to check you saddle strap settings every time. If the doesn’t fit right it can cause the horse pain and over time, injury. Make sure the saddle fits and is comfortable for both you and the horse so it is doing more good than harm. You can find various styles of equestrian saddle pads to fit under the saddle to protect it from rubbing against the horse’s back. you can count on theequestriancorner.com for the horse tack and riding equipment you need.

Horse Riding Saddles And Equestrian Saddle Pads

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 15:58:04 +0000

Riders just somehow understand they must be sure to always select horse riding equipment that fits and ensures the comfort of your horse so that the equipment does not do any harm, but instead enhances your ride. Horse riding saddles vary in style to match the type of riding you do. When selecting your riding saddle make sure it fits your size and breed of horse. You can find saddles for all purpose, close contact, dressage, event and saddles for jumping. Make sure your horse is comfortable and take care to minimize rubbing from the saddle while riding with equestrian saddle pads made with a technical fit. Find a great selection of styles as well as saddle pads at TheEquestrianCorner.com to ensure function and fashion for every event.

Horse Riding Equipment and Equestrian Saddle Pads

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:33:04 +0000

When you are riding you want to reduce the amount of impact from riding and protect your horse by using good quality equestrian saddle pads. Form-fitted and designed to support the horse’s back, equestrian saddle pads also prevent rubbing caused by the saddle. TheEquestrianCorner.com has quality saddle pads as well as a complete line of horse riding equipment to help protect your horse and keep your horse in good condition. Find wraps, protection therapy and grooming supplies, as well as rider equipment. Choose from a selection of whips, bats, and crops for all of your training and horse back riding needs, including dressage whips. Check out this great site at www.theequestriancorner.com.

Horse Saddles and Saddle Pads

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 18:07:47 +0000

When selecting a saddle keep in mind there are a number of different types of horse saddles from which to choose. Different horse saddles can be designed for specific different purposes. The two main categories of horse saddles are Western horse saddles and English riding saddles. Your choice in saddles, will depend on how you want to use the saddle. Are you a rider who chooses jumping or are you a dressage competitor or maybe just a pleasure rider?

When choosing a retail shop or an e-commerce site to purchase your saddle, you’ll need to make sure that you will be able to return the saddle in the event it does not fit properly. A professional saddle fitter will help by making adjustments to the saddle to get the fit as accurate as possible for you and your horse’s safety and comfort. When horse saddles are fitted properly, they will allow the horse to move freely and without pain or irritation. Horse saddles that do not fit exactly perfect can be improved with the use of saddle pads. Saddles and saddle pads as well as fitting and measuring expertise are available to you when you purchase online at The Equestrian Corner.com.

Equine Couture Monte Carlo Saddle Pad

Rambo Newmarket Saddle Pads

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 20:21:12 +0000

It’s Spring finally, and while in some places the nights are still cool, horse riding sunny days are perfect temperature. Before starting the season you might want to check your horse riding equipment. One thing to check will be saddle pads. These quickly get worn and can cause your horse discomfort during rides. Rambo Newmarket Handy Saddle Pads adds extra foam to prevent the pad from slipping back. This pad offers no straps, stay put, non-slip design adding additional comfort to you and your horse also. Best of all Rambo offers coordinated stripe patterns within the Newmarket Collections.

Rambo Newmarket Saddle Pads

Equestrian Saddle Pads and Horse Riding Saddles

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 22:27:50 +0000

When dressing your horse for riding you want to make sure you have the proper equipment. At TheEquestrianCorner.com you can find various all purpose, dressage, and pony equestrian saddle pads to protect your horse from rubbing and chafing of the saddle. You want to make sure you position the saddle pad with no wrinkles beneath the saddle so that it is comfortable and does not ruin your horse’s mane. Once you have positioned the saddle pad, gently place the saddle on the horses back. TheEquestrianCorner.com has an extensive line of horse riding saddles for all purpose, close contact, dressage, event, jumping, and young rider.

Equestrian Saddle Pads and Horse Riding Equipment

Equestrian Pro — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:02:39 +0000

Reduce the amount of impact from riding and protect your horse with equestrian saddle pads. Form-fitted and designed to support the horse’s back, equestrian saddle pads also prevent rubbing caused by the saddle. TheEquestrianCorner.com has quality saddle pads and a whole line of horse riding equipment to help protect your horse and keep your horse in good condition. Find wraps, protection therapy and grooming supplies, as well as rider equipment. Choose from a selection of whips, bats, and crops for all of your training and horse back riding needs, including dressage whips. Don’t forget to also check out horse riding apparel and equestrian clothing from TheEquestrianCorner.com.