Western Saddle & Tack Fitting

SADDLE & TACK 101:

SADDLES

• Rigging
• Saddle styles
• Parts of a saddle
• Different trees
• Saddle care

TACK

• Choosing a pad
• Which bit is right for you?
• Choosing the correct cinch size
• Headstall and breastcollars
• Measuring for the right halter
• Blankets and sheets

SADDLE FITTING FOR THE HORSE & RIDER:

FOR THE HORSE

• Fitting the horse
• Signs of poor saddle fit
• Proper saddle placement
• Saddle fitting for hard to fit horses

FOR THE RIDER

• Fitting the rider
• Stirrup length
• Buying a new saddle