Are Kincade saddles leather?
Kincade saddles are known for their soft, supple leather and outstanding performance even under the toughest conditions.
What is the most expensive dressage saddle?
Here are their 3 most expensive horse saddles:
- 1) Passier Sirius Dressage Saddle $7,695.
- 2) Passier Optimum Dressage Saddle $5,995.
- 3) Passier Compact Dressage Saddle $5,850.
How far back should a dressage saddle sit?
The saddle needs to be in the right position on the horse’s back in order to judge its fit, and to allow the horse correct movement. The saddle needs to sit 2-3 fingers behind the shoulderblade and its muscles (see picture below).
Are Kincade saddles good?
Without compromising quality, Kincade saddles are ideal for everyday riding and competing. They’re a good way to save money on that first saddle when a new rider may not “stick with it” — and if the rider does love the sport, then they’re set for a long time. They also make great lesson saddles for lesson barns.
How do I know if my dressage saddle fits my horse?
The saddle must give adequate clearance to the horse’s withers so that it doesn’t rub. Place one of your hands perpendicular to the ground and slide it into place between the withers and the pommel. You should be able to fit two to three fingers into the space without difficulty.
How do you know what size dressage saddle you need?
A good rule of thumb is that an English saddle seat size will run around two inches larger than a Western saddle. So, if you ride a 15.5” Western saddle, you will likely need a 17.5” English saddle.
What should I look for in a dressage saddle?
There are eight things to consider when checking if your Dressage saddle is fitting correctly:
- Tree Angle. This refers to the angle of the tree nearest to the shoulder blades.
- Tree Width.
- Wither Clearance.
- Channel Width.
- Panel Contact.
- Panel Length.
- Saddle Straightness.
- Girth Point Alignment.