TEAM CANADA Working Equitation Congratulations Team Canada on earning Working Equitation Team Bronze, as well as many individual awards, to Trish Hyatt and the Working Equitation Canada team at DevonWood Equestrian Centre in Sherwood, Oregon!…
Most women don’t know how comfortable a western saddle Built for Women can be! It seems an obvious statement, but women are built differently from men. That being said, why is it that women have been riding in saddles built by men, for men, for so long? We have Saddles Built for Women and yes, a western saddle can be comfortable for women!
Easy Fit Saddle philosophy A WESTERN SADDLE NEEDS TO FIT BOTH HORSE AND RIDER Saddle fit has two parts – fit for the horse and fit for the rider. If the saddle only fits the…
ADJUSTABLE WESTERN SADDLE STIRRUPS POSITION Where do you place your stirrups? We know stirrup length affects your position, forces, and contact with your horse. But recent study results suggest that horizontal stirrup placement does, as…
We love our easy fit saddle We love our Easy Fit Saddle and can’t thank David enough for helping us get the right fit. Now my boy enjoys being ridden again, can’t wait for spring…
We really like how you can adjust the saddles so easily to fit just about any horse Also you can replace many parts of the saddle easily. As well as the saddle ages or if I wanted to change the look of the saddle, or make it become newer I can just change out a piece/part. I love the weight of the saddle It’s lighter than my dressage saddle, even so, this makes it easier to put into proper placement on my horse as well as saves my arms Don and I really enjoyed our time with Al and his wife while Al was fixing a loose concho on the saddle Very personable and knowledgeable people The saddles really look fabulous.
Welcome to Easy Fit Saddles’ state-of-the-art remote horseback measuring program. This measuring system is unique in the equine industry, we can measure both your horse’s back and your saddle. One of our saddle fitters will work with you 1 on 1, long-distance to assist you with measuring. Through this online process, you will find out exactly what you and your horse need.
IT HAS EXCEEDED MY EXPECTATIONS
3D Equine Saddle Fitting system A good saddle starts with a properly fitting custom tree. Our 3D Equine Saddle Fitting system is designed to measure the angle and rock of your horse from the back…
WHAT CAUSES SADDLE SLIP The saddle rolling off to one side is called saddle slip and is usually blamed on poor saddle fit, crooked riders or asymmetry of the horse. Research has demonstrated that slight…
My mule moves out so much better My mule moves out so much better in the Easy Fit Saddle. Best investment for her and me. Renee Idaho
THE LITTLE MARE LIKES THE LOOSER GIRTH
HOW EXCITED AND HAPPY I AM WITH MY SADDLE
Achieving the proper Western saddle fit between the shape of the saddle tree, horse and rider are essential for overall comfort and performance.
Hope this letter finds you well and making saddles! I have been neglectful in letting you know how much my little gaited mare and I love her custom fit saddle. We put in over 100 hours…
I KNEW I NEEDED ONE IF I WAS TO CONTINUE RIDING My coach had an Easy Fit Saddle and after trying it I knew I needed one if I was to continue riding. It is…
GIVES HER THE FREEDOM TO MOVE HER BEST
Top of her list of well-made western saddles Sky’s saddle is SO beautiful!! Thank you so much! The woman who shows Sky and my warmblood in English dressage is a professional western dressage rider and…
KAWA CAN MOVE HIS SHOULDERS FREELY KaWa can move his shoulders freely, relax his body, and bring his back up under the saddle. Happy Horse, Healthy Horse. Happy Human. The Easy Fit Saddle is comfy…
GREAT FIT FOR BOTH HORSE AND RIDER I am very happy to have found Al Hicks at Easy Fit Saddles. His concern for the well-being of the horse, coupled with his extensive knowledge, ensured a…
Measuring and Fitting A custom Western Saddle We all know that a horse can tell if you’re not tuned in. That’s why at Easy Fit Saddles, we spend time and energy, measuring and fitting your…
Finding a good lightweight western saddle can be tricky. If you are interested in knowing more about what makes a good lightweight saddle you have landed on the right page. A lightweight western saddle is likely to enhance the saddling-up process for you, thereby giving you a better riding experience. However, not all lightweight weight saddles are created equal
Correct Horse Riding Position Aligning your spine, hips, knees, and ankles puts you in the correct riding position on the horse. And, not having to accentuate the angles of your joints any more than necessary…
Riders also come in all shapes and sizes; what works for your friend or your trainer may not work for you. The female sit bones are generally wider than a man’s, big or little booty, lots of natural lower spine curvature or very little, etc, etc. we are all different. Rider fit is very important to your horse; a saddle that doesn’t fit you properly will affect your balance, which will cause the horse to compensate by moving differently.
gh age and fitness cycles, horses change shape over time. Then it’s nice to have an adjustable western saddle that fits your horse. Saddle shims and cable rigging are the main ways to adjust saddle fit on an Easy Fit Saddle.
Proper western saddle fit becomes more critical the more time a rider spends in a saddle, the longer the ride, and the heavier the load. Minor imperfections in the western saddle tree fit that may have little consequence on a short, once-a-week ride can cause significant soreness after a full hard day in the saddle for both horse and rider.
THE ABILITY TO CUSTOMIZE THE TREE BASED ON MEASUREMENTS As some of you know I have been struggling to find a saddle that fits both Abby and me. After much painstakingly long hours of research,…
Care of a Western Saddle Western saddles are mostly made of vegetable-tanned leather is incredibly durable, eco-friendly, and beautiful leather that improves with age be must be cared for. It is the oldest form of…
Our Easy Fit Saddles have been great riding the trails at the Ganaraska. Not just comfortable, but I’ve felt secure in it despite spooky encounters with trail bikes and strange looking plants and possible panthers…
After showing all weekend in it, I am truly impressed. My horse who has always struggled to pick up her left lead, not only willingly pick it up but performed lead transitions like never before….
A lot of horse owners think their horse is very unusual, when in fact this is becoming more common to have trouble finding saddles for the hard-to-fit horse. They have gone from shop to shop…
Measuring and Fitting Western Saddles Do you know the proper method for measuring and fitting western saddles? Correctly fitting a saddle is probably the most important part of any ride. Think about it. Saddling a…
So why are there not more ladies western saddles?
I have been searching for a western saddle for at least 5 years! Bought and sold 4 of them. I am a very hard person to fit. Have had one hip replacement and another one…
As you know, I was hoping to use my Easy Fit for both Western Dressage arena work and trail riding. I had the saddle out for a 4 hour, hilly ride a few days ago…
KA WA AND I ARE LOVING THE SADDLE! Ka.Wa and I are loving the saddle! It fits him and me. I am getting used to not having a horn. The leather for the latigo and…
75 miles of super comfort for both me and my horse in an Easy Fit Endurance saddle!! Tracy
How do you know if your saddle fits correctly? When you start assessing the horse, rider and saddle most people are unaware of signs of soreness and saddle fitting problems. The rider could have had…
Learn to recognize the subtle signs of saddle-fit problems, and how you can prevent them. When was the last time you broke in a pair of boots? Did they rub your heels or pinch your…
ADJUSTABLE WESTERN SADDLE STIRRUPS POSITION Where do you place your stirrups? We know stirrup length affects your position, forces, and contact with your horse. But recent study results suggest that horizontal stirrup placement does, as…
Does the Tree Fit the Shape of My Horse’s Back? Dr. Kerry Ridgeway Take time to educate yourself because an ill-fitted tree will cause permanent, long-term damage to your horse. And there are no pads,…
After we spent 4 years trying 5 different endurance saddles that never performed optimally, we started working with Easy Fit saddles. The experience that East Fit Saddles have in the performance horse anatomy is world…
I JUST UNPACKED IT AND IT’S ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!
After we spent 4 years trying 5 different endurance saddles that never performed optimally, we started working with Easy Fit saddles. The experience that East Fit Saddles have in the performance horse anatomy is world…
Western & Cowboy Dressage Saddles
Correct Position For Western Riding … Something that saddle fitters know but that’s often the last thing riders think of: it’s their riding position as much as the saddle fit that’s affecting their horse’s back…
Western saddle fitting problems Anne Bondi Today, considerably fewer people grow up with the horse as part of their daily lives and have limited knowledge of western saddle fitting problems. Many of today’s horse owners…
New Mexico State University Study revealed Ill-fitting saddles can cause training and behaviour problems as well as unsoundness in the horse’s back
Canadian Junior Competes At The Western Dressage World Show In Oklahoma Maverick is very sensitive and my first Western show saddle didn’t fit. We now have an Easyfit saddle that fits him way better and…
Correct Body Position For Western Riding A functional body position can help you stay functional in the saddle all day long. Functional body positioning can make all the difference when you spend an extended amount…
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS SADDLE!
Each saddle is fit to both you and your horse This light-weight close contact western saddle is revolutionary. Each saddle is fit to both you and your horse. The tree is custom fit to your…
Look at this beauty! Just arrived today. Can hardly wait to try it. Fits great, so comfortableThank you, Easy Fit Saddles and Allen L Hicks.
Just replacing the saddle with a “better” one is usually not the answer. Even if it is a $5000 saddle. “Asking the horse” is also a very poor method. Even if the horse initially seems comfortable it may not be at all suitable.
People at the barn have commented on the drastic difference in the pony since using it. Finally got some photos; they are not the best but I will try for more soon. I’ve been riding…
Bella loves it! My Morning Lark, Riding in an Easy Fit Saddles. Only 20 lbs and lots of freedom to move. Bella loves it!
SADDLE FIT AND HORSE ANATOMY If you learn the basic bone anatomy of your horse it will help you understand saddle fit and horse anatomy. Even before you buy a saddle just trying it on…
The saddle is just awesome! I’ve been riding regularly for the past couple of months. The saddle is just awesome! People at the barn have commented on the drastic difference in the pony since using…
Horse anatomy in Motion
DVD featuring Dr. Joanna Robson Too often people don’t recognize horses in Pain. Short and choppy strides, loss of topline muscle, bulging shoulders, hollow-back – these are all symptoms of a horse in pain. “Stall Rest and…
GOOD FITTING SADDLE Everything begins with a good fitting saddle tree. It’s the foundation for the saddle; the frame upon which everything else is built. Without a proper fitting tree, you’ll never have a good…
ADJUSTABLE WESTERN SADDLE FIT We are all taught to make sure we ride with the correct length of stirrups. Stirrups that are too long or too short could mean we can’t effectively balance and use…
LANGUAGE OF SWEAT MARKS When buying my first saddle all I had to give them was the height, high withers and the breed. They sent me saddles that they were sure to fit, a height…
By Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA It’s the equine back that might seem most essential to the rider. It’s where we put all our weight, where we place our ffavourite(and most expensive) riding gear, where we connect—directly, physically—with…
When horses were the chief mode of transportation, they were bred to a somewhat uniform conformation within breeds. A saddle was a big investment and often had to last many horses. A horse that didn’t…
So far I and my horse are loving it. I just got my saddle on Saturday and rode in it on Saturday and Sunday so far I and my horse are loving it. You did…
By Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor If you’re a runner, you’ve probably noticed that after a 45-minute jog your calf muscles seem a bit swollen or enlarged. They are responding to post-training fluid shifts,…
Western Saddle Sweat Marks There is a great deal of misunderstanding in the equine world with respect to dry spots and what they indicate. Not all dry spots are bad, but you have to understand…
MEASURING FOR CUSTOM SADDLE FIT
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