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Lisa O'Brien (Lisao)
| | Posted on Monday, Jan 29, 2001 - 11:22 am: |   |
OK, I'm feeling very remedial. I posted this Q on the warmblood BB and got a resounding silence. I know all about trying hundreds :-) of saddles (on me and the horse), but I was just wondering if people typically ride in a larger dressage saddle than AP or close contact. Reason I'm asking is that I usually ride in a 17.5 dressage saddle, but I do have long thighs and need to be very careful about my fit (in fact, I have a lovely Albion that I have to sell because it doesn't fit me - sigh - even though my hores just loves it). Anyway, sorry for the digression. I'm looking at a 17" dressage saddle made by the same folks as my 17" AP saddle. I just love my AP, and I haven't seen too many of these saddles around. Do you think it might fit? Don't want to risk having to ship back if it's unlikely that it will fit. Thanks. |
Jordana Meisner (Presario)
| | Posted on Monday, Jan 29, 2001 - 12:08 pm: | |
Hi Lisa - from what I understand, typically the dressage size is larger than a cc size. Likewise, a deeper seated cc would most likely be a bit larger than a shallow seated one, by about 1/2 size. I need a 16" in a very shallow seat, but a 16 1/2" in a slightly deeper seat. So I've been told that I would probably start looking at a 17" for a dressage saddle. But then again, as you know, it probably does depend on the make. You might be safe looking at a 17" dressage if you are in a 17" AP, as the AP is a pretty deep seat already (compared to a cc). |
Christine C. Mills (Chrism)
| | Posted on Monday, Jan 29, 2001 - 2:14 pm: | |
I agree with what Jordana has written.
When in doubt, I like a larger saddle, too. I like to be able to position myself correctly than have a saddle put me in position. Plus, there is nothing more uncomfortable than doing a sitting trot in a too small dressage saddle.
Best thing is to sit in the exact size and model of saddle before buying it. |
Eva B. Orndoff (Eveo)
| | Posted on Monday, Jan 29, 2001 - 2:24 pm: | |
Lisa, I also think it depends on the depth of the seat. It's hard (impossible?) to find a dressage saddle with a flat seat these days. I take a 17.5 in an AP, but 18.5 in a deep seated dressage saddle--anything smaller & I feel like I'm wearing a bustle or a full-butt cast. According to my thigh measurement, I "should" take a 17.5, but....I ended up getting the large seat and having them make the flap shorter. No problems with the stirrup placement.
If you're ordering a saddle from one of the expensive companies (where the saddler can make some individual changes) send a tracing of the top of your comfortable saddle and have them match it; also mark on the tracing where you want the stirrups hung. Most saddlers use the same trees anyhow, and build the seats up with foam & inserts. I think that Albion should be able to do this. I have a Reactor Panel. What saddle interests you? |
Lisa O'Brien (Lisao)
| | Posted on Monday, Jan 29, 2001 - 5:34 pm: | |
This is an older used saddle made in England. I'm looking for an interim (non-gusseted) saddle for my 3 yr old and this one looks like it fits the bill. I've never seen new ones or even used ones in my area, though, so I can't check it out. It's older and has a relatively flat seat. I'm using a Wintec Isabel right now and I think I really prefer a shallower seat than that. But, if I was made of money, I'd get an Albion SL in a heartbeat. I fell in love! That is not in the cards at this time, though. Especially with one growing (equine)youngster and another in the cooker :-). |
Imogen Bertin (Imogen)
| | Posted on Thursday, Feb 1, 2001 - 3:58 pm: | |
What make is the used English saddle?
Imogen |
Lisa O'Brien (Lisao)
| | Posted on Friday, Feb 2, 2001 - 3:27 pm: | |
It's sold now...Thoroughbred made in Walsall, England. |
