Saddles (Click on image for more info)
Black Forest saddles offer the following:
- S3 Spinal Suspension System – our own innovative built-in, shock-absorbent system to maximize spinal protection
- Can be fitted with western/endurance fenders or English leathers
- Weight without fittings approximately 10 pounds
- Seat surface is removable/replaceable
- Removable fiberglass pommel insert provides shape and stability
- Dense 5" foam cantle avoids pressure points from the rider
- High quality, durable zippers not matched by other treeless brands
- Anatomically cut seat
- 7 D-rings to attach breastcollars and/or trail gear
- See sizing information below
Sizing:
- Size 0 saddles (Shasta only) are comparable to a 14" western saddle and a 15" english saddle. (Fits women's pant size 0/2 and children.)
- Size 1 saddles are comparable to a 15"-15.5" western saddle and a 16.5"-17.5" english saddle. (Fits women's pant size 8 and under, men's pant size 30" and under.)
- Size 2 saddles are comparable to a 16" and larger western saddle, and a 18"-18.5" english saddle. (Fits women's pant size 10 and up, men's pant size 32" and up.) If you are most comfortable in a 16" western saddle, we recommend the size 2.
- Size 3 saddles are comparable to a 17" and larger western saddle, and a 19"+ english saddle. (Fits womens pant size 16 and up, mens pant size 36" and up). NOTE: For riders over 180 pounds, we recommend that Grandeur Vario Saddle pad, which provides an extra layer of shock absorption to protect your horse's spine.
- NOTE: Sizing recommendations are only suggestions, and depend also on your riding style and other measurements. Please discuss saddle sizing when placing your order.
- Important Safety Note: All Black Forest saddles are constructed with a closed-d-ring stirrup attachment. We recommend the use of safety stirrups to avoid the risk of injury during a fall.
My friend Alice on Music, her 16.1 Tennessee Walking Horse. Brown Aspen, Grandeur Suspension Pad, Peacock Safety irons
She’s a fellow Natural Hoofcare Practitioner.
Alice on Lucy in my Black Shasta. Tall drink of water woman on short bay horse – and they look terrific together.
Black Forest Draft mare Waleska in her Black Forest Ponderosa Town & Country and the Black Forest Oiled Leather Bridle
Black Diamond, WA
Call Equine Body Shop @ (940) 435-3159 or e-mail me: Vicki@equinebodyshop.com
