How much does a used saddle cost?

The price of the saddle compared to the market value The most popular price on used saddles is $500-$600 but this more often than not isn’t an accurate market value. Especially when it comes to the import saddles which can have a new retail price of $450… be sure you are not over paying for a low quality import saddle.

How do you know what size saddle you need?

There should be about four inches between your body and the swell of the saddle. Anything less than that may mean a too-small saddle, and a bigger gap means the saddle may be on the large size. Larger may be more comfortable for you. Western riders with longer legs should choose a larger-size saddle.

What is the most comfortable horse saddle?

7 Most Comfortable Western Saddles for Trail Riding

Acerugs Western Pleasure Trail Saddle.
King Series Synthetic Trail Saddle.
Wintec Full Quarter Western Saddle.
Wintec Western Trail Saddle.
Acerugs Leather Comfy Trail Saddle.
Circle Y High Horse Eldorado Saddle.
King Series Jacksonville Trail Saddle Reg.

How do I find a good used saddle?

Check for Wear Examine the entire saddle from top to bottom. New saddle leather should be of uniform color. Used saddles may show some signs of wear, especially on the seat or leg panels, but avoid saddles that show excessive stains, cracks or rubs. On used English saddles, check the panels on the leg flaps.

What brand of saddle is best?

The Top Brands of Saddles for Trail Horses

Tucker Saddlery. Tucker trail saddles are prized for their comfort and durability.
Circle Y. Circle Y is one of the most well-known saddle companies in the United States.
Fabtron.
Dakota Saddlery.
Other Popular Brands.

What size saddle would fit a 15hh horse?

Bruce a 15hh riding horse, nicely put together. Scapular to last rib 47cm/18 ¼” when you take off 5cm/2” for shoulder movement, that gives you 42cm /16” very small space for a saddle on a 15hh horse. 16.5” saddle set as far back as it can go without going past the last rib.

What saddle does Charlotte Dujardin ride in?

Well, Your Horse magazine has the answer: Charlotte rides in an Equipe Emporia Special. The saddle is a firm favourite with the leading dressage rider and in 2016 it was this saddle that Charlotte rode in when she achieved individual gold at the Rio Olympics on Valegro.

Why is my saddle lifting at the back?

Check the Panel Contact A saddle that looses contact in the middle of its panel could be too narrow causing the saddle to bridge and creating 4 point pressure. A saddle lifting off significantly at the back could be too wide and increase tightness around the horse’s shoulder and may lift and catch the rider behind.

What size gullet do I need for a Quarter Horse?

Semi-Quarter horse bars usually have a 6 1/4″ gullet, and Quarter Horse Bars usually have a 6 1/2″ to 6 3/4″ gullet. Designed to fit the average horse, one of these two widths will fit approximately 80% of horses comfortably. Full-Quarter horse bars usually have a 7″ gullet.

Is it OK to buy used saddle?

It’s a better investment than new. You won’t face the steep depreciation in initial value you would with a new saddle and, on resale, you can often recoup all or most of your money (occasionally more, says Whitney) as long as you’ve taken care of the saddle.

What is a western saddle used for?

Western saddles are used for western riding and are the saddles used on working horses on cattle ranches throughout the United States, particularly in the west.

What is a ranch saddle used for?

Ranch saddles for sale alone or as a set with a breast collar or other tack. A ranch saddle is one of the working cowboy’s most important tools, made to handle the stress placed on a horse and saddle when roping cattle of all sizes, and for comfort for both horse and rider during long hours of riding in rough ranch country.

What is a western saddle?

Western saddle. The Western saddle is designed to be comfortable when ridden in for many hours. Its history and purpose is to be a working tool for a cowboy who spends all day, every day, on horseback. For a beginning rider, the western saddle may give the impression of providing a more secure seat.