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The western saddle seat is commonly measured from the back of the fork to the top of the cantle. But, with changes in height and/or angle of either the fork or cantle, the seat size measurement can vary. A better way to determine seat size requirement is thigh area, which, on the saddle, is measured from the base of the cantle to the base of the swells, under the leg. We have included a thigh width calculator. Measure (in inches) the circumference of the thickest part of your thigh and enter it in the first box below. The approximate thigh width space you require in your saddle will be calculated in the second box below. Then choose the thigh width from one of the 4 seat sizes below. Each size lists seat size, thigh length, plus overall bar length. 

If you choose a cut back, English, endurance, slick fork or wade style, these saddles will allow the rider’s thighs to move ahead under the forks, giving about 1 inch extra seat room, great for short backed horses’ More lean to the forks can also give the rider more freedom while keeping the thigh in close proximity to the security of the fork. 

The fork is the front member of the saddle that holds the bars together and supports the horn. We have a variety of swell forks, slick fork and undercut, some with horns some without. Choose your style of fork.

The tree swells above come with their respective horns. If you don’t want a horn this is the place to let us know, we can remove the horn from any fork.

Higher cantle height can make it a bit more difficult to get in and out of the saddle but offers more security, keeping you in the saddle during those moments.

The Cheyenne Roll provides a wider softer landing surface than the Pencil Roll should you be tossed out of your seat. Additionally, it gives you a handhold when putting the saddling up on your horse.

Due to the nature of leather, variances in colour, pattern and style can occur with each hide. The swatches and photos of our leathers are only a close representation of the actual leather. We cannot guarantee the cut of our patterned leathers as no two will be the same. (colors are approximate)

Accent Bridle Leather Colour – Saddle strings, swell and cantle lacing, concho backs, buck stitch, stirrup lacing, bridle, breast collar lacing, and reveal colour.  (colors are approximate)

Rough-out is the rough, unfinished leather side. It doesn’t show the bangs and scrapes as much as smooth leather and it can provide the rider with more grip in the saddle. It can be refurbished with a wire brush. All parts will be slick-out unless rough-out is selected. Rough-out is the unfinished leather side.

A border of stitched coloured leather on its own or in conjunction with stamped border and tooling + 600

Border Options – Select the border tooling that you want in the highlighted areas. – not available on the endurance and english swells.

Tooling Area – First select how much tooling you would like in this question, then select the tooling pattern you would like in the next question. Tooling can be on its own or in addition to the border selected. not available on the endurance and english swells.

Choose a tooling design for the tooling area from above- not available on the endurance and english swells

Antique finish emphasizes tooling, carving and embossing, 2-toned effect. This works best with lighter colored leather. 

Conchos are backed with one large accent leather coloured rosette and 1 smaller saddle leather coloured rosette.

– Please measure from your crotch to the floor barefoot. Pants are not always a proper indicator of the inseam.

We stock several types of stirrups or use your own favourite.

We have removed much of the bulk under your thigh and calf to help align your leg into the stirrup and keep your calf in closer contact with your horse.

The bulk has been removed from under your thigh and calf to help align your leg into the stirrup and keep your calf in close contact with your horse.

The stirrup includes an Alberta twister that holds it out from the horse and relieves pressure on the knees and hips.

Under the tread, a shock-absorbing cushioning pad can be added to help reduce knee soreness.

You can alleviate knee and ankle strain by adding a wedge under the stirrup to better match the angle of your foot bottom.

We use a cable rigging system on our trees. We can attach a western style latigo and off side billet or or an english style two strap billet on both sides.

Saddle Accessories

Good saddle fit starts with a good fitting tree; a good fitting tree starts by measuring your horse’s back with our 3D equine back profiling system is designed to classify the horse’s back, identifying measurements of the width, angle, and twist. From these measurements, we can build a tree to fit your horse’s unique shape and to monitor changes in the horse’s back over time.

You can use our 3D equine back profiling system to measure your horse. Purchase them on this page by adding the 3D equine back profiling system to your cart. If you return them and purchase a saddle, we will refund the charges, less shipping, by applying a credit to your purchase. (If you live outside of Canada, ask us how you should mark your paperwork to avoid duty taxes when returning the cards.)

The 3D equine back profiling system contains everything you will need to complete the task. Additionally, we have an online video you can watch, and you can contact us by phone or a video app, so we can see what you are seeing.

We will be in contact with you about your options. Our Get Started Page has  further instruction.

Our 1/2″ self contouring pads are designed for our saddles and match your horse’s shape, cut out to protect the horse from the cable and allow the latigo layers to hang below, eliminating pressure points. They are made with the highest quality Pure Wool Felt available and are made with heat and pressure (never needled) with a Compression rating of 6.0 to 7.0 PSI and a Tensile strength of 200 PSI. 

Saddle bags

The browband and headstall measurements are best taken from an existing properly fitting bridle/headstall. Browband- measurements are from the front edge (sew line) of the crown, across to the front edge on the other side. Bridle length – Measure the distance from the fold where the bridle connects to the bit on one side, over the crown, to where the bridle connects to the bit on the other side. Throat latch – Measure the total fitted length.

Measure from the center of your horse’s chest to the saddle D rings. The horse’s windpipe is just under the skin where the base of the neck meets the center of the chest. Tiedown strap is measured from the center of the chest to the ring on the cinch.

Selection of saddle parts and accessories.