Saddle Cantle
Choosing the right saddle for your horse
Horse riding is a popular recreational activity both for fun and as a sport but there are many people that are put off trying mainly due to the myth that it can be uncomfortable riding on a horse and leaves you walking funny afterwards. These people have clearly not heard of the advice many equestrian people give that you need the right saddle for the right style of horse riding. Riding with the wrong saddle can be incredible uncomfortable and in some cases can be incredibly dangerous if you have an accident.
Firstly there are more than just one type of saddle and each one lends itself to particular styles of riding from horse racing to dressage there are different saddles for each style which can help the rider and the horse be comfortable as well as help you perform the tasks you are aiming to do.
Saddles for dressage are fit closer to the horse to increase the level of contact between rider and horse. This is important for dressage events where control is vital. Due to the variety of movements completed during dressage events the rider will need extra security to make sure that they are balanced and secure when in the saddle. It is for this reason that the pommel and cantle (the front and back of the saddle) are higher to provide extra support and keep the rider’s balance in the correct place.
Generally you will need a multipurpose saddle especially if you are just starting to learn horse riding. These saddles have the best stability features to keep you balanced whilst not sacrificing in other areas that other saddles such as jump saddles can have.
It is important to make sure that you know how to put the saddle on the horse, if you are an inexperienced rider then you should definitely get a professional or a stable worker to put the saddle on for you. A saddle that has been put on incorrectly can be dangerous for the rider and uncomfortable for the horse. It is clear to see when a horse is in discomfort as they will buck but also when you get on the horse they may lower their back. You shouldn’t let this happen a lot as over time the horse will associate the saddle with pain and be very reluctant to be ridden. Make sure you take good care of your horse and get the right saddle for the right use and you’ll be able to enjoy your riding experience.
You can buy saddles and other horse tack online with much equestrian equipment available for cheap prices on the internet
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Youth Bareback Pad with Cantle & Neoprene Girth (Pick from Black or Brown) $84.99 |
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Quilted Insulated Blue Cantle Bag Saddle Trail Riding $13.95 |
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Quilted Insulated Red Cantle Bag Saddle Trail Riding $13.95 |
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WESTERN SADDLE PKG BASKET WEAVE TOOLED – CLINCHERS ON CANTLE 17″ SUEDE SEAT $189.99 |
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BLACK Cantle Saddle Trail Riding Bag Horse Tack Camping $11.16 |
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SILVER SADDLE CANTLE PLATE 3 SET FROM MY 20 PIECE SETS $9.99 |
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16.5″ WESTERN TRAIL SADDLE WITH RAWHIDE SWELL & CANTLE–NEW $26.00 |
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Nylon Trail Bag Set Cantle Horn Saddle Bag 3 Pieces Choose from 4 Colors $21.95 |
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Synthetic Trail Bag Set Cantle Horn Saddle Bag 3 Pieces Choose- Black or Brown $34.95 |
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Hamilton Versa-Packs Saddle Cantle Bag Fanny Pack Blue Nylon New with Tag $14.99 |
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Cowboy Style Nylon Trail Saddle Cantle Bag Horse Black $11.95 |
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WESTERN SADDLE PKG BASKET WEAVE TOOLED – CLINCHERS ON CANTLE 16″ SUEDE SEAT $189.99 |
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Silver Cantle Plate with GREEN Stones Gems Show Saddle western pleasure horse $10.49 |
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15/16″ Western Pleasure Trail Nylon cordura DoubleT Saddle leather pommel/Cantle $199.00 |
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Deluxe Saddle Bag Plus Cantle Bag 3 Colors to choose from NEW $101.99 |
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Deluxe Saddle Bag Plus Cantle Bag 3 Colors to choose from NEW $101.99 |
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Deluxe Saddle Bag Plus Cantle Bag 3 Colors to choose from NEW $101.99 |
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BARREL RACING SILVER SADDLE CANTLE TRIM LEATHER PHOTO ALBUM 80 8 X 10 PICS $69.95 |
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Black Deluxe Cantle Saddle Bag w/ Pockets Coat liner $35.99 |
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NEW WESTERN LEATHER PINK TAN SADDLE PACKAGE 14 SEAT 4IN CANTLE LOTS OF BLING $750.00 |
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Montana Silversmith Silver Engraved Saddle Cantle Plate Saddle Trim $39.95 |
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3 pcs -Trail Bag Set ( Saddle bag, Horn bag, Cantle bag ) $22.00 |
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New Cantle Saddle Bag Blue Horse Tack Trail riding hunting packing $15.99 |
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New Cantle Saddle Bag Burgundy horse Tack Trail riding packing hunting endurance $15.99 |
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CASHEL Deluxe Plus Cantle Saddle Bag BROWN insulated Heavy Duty Denier $106.99 |
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SILVER SADDLE CANTLE PLATE FROM MY 20 PIECE SETS $4.99 |
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Cantle Saddle Silver $4.99 |
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Sheepskin Western Seat Saver Fleece Saddle Seat Cover Without Cantle Cover-White $48.99 |
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DOUBLE T BARREL SADDLE WITH RAWHIDE SILVER LACED CANTLE AND RAWHIDE BRAIDED HORN $469.99 |
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ZEBRA SEAT DOUBLE T BARREL SADDLE SILVER LACED RAWHIDE CANTLE PINK TEAL $429.99 |
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16″ Black Leather Western Saddle w Leather seat Horse Show Barrel Rawhide Cantle $375.00 |
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Bright Cut Edge Silver Western Saddle Cantle Plate.1 1/2″ wide horse tack $29.99 |
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Half Pad w Pommel Roll Cantle Roll Engel Sheepskin Black White Navy Saddle Tack $72.95 |
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Fleece Western Seat Saver Sheepskin Saddle Seat Cover WITHOUT Cantle Cover White $49.99 |
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Cowboy Style Nylon Saddle Cantle Bag Horse Brown $12.95 |
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Tied Behind the Cantle $19.99 … |
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Saddle Accessory Case, Black $9.00 This accessory case attaches to your saddle or purse with a handy snap clip. It may be small, but it’s amazing how handy it is. With 3 internal pockets plus 2 small zippered pouches, you’ll have room for your cell phone, camera, credit cards, or whatever you need right there with you. Stretchy elastic side bands keep everything tight. 4″ wide by 5 1/2″ tall by 2 1/2″ deep. Available in black, brow… |
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Saddle Accessory Case, Green $9.00 This accessory case attaches to your saddle or purse with a handy snap clip. It may be small, but it’s amazing how handy it is. With 3 internal pockets plus 2 small zippered pouches, you’ll have room for your cell phone, camera, credit cards, or whatever you need right there with you. Stretchy elastic side bands keep everything tight. 4″ wide by 5 1/2″ tall by 2 1/2″ deep. Available in black, brow… |
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Saddle Accessory Case, Brown $9.00 This accessory case attaches to your saddle or purse with a handy snap clip. It may be small, but it’s amazing how handy it is. With 3 internal pockets plus 2 small zippered pouches, you’ll have room for your cell phone, camera, credit cards, or whatever you need right there with you. Stretchy elastic side bands keep everything tight. 4″ wide by 5 1/2″ tall by 2 1/2″ deep. Available in black, brow… |
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Weaver Black Large Trail Saddle Cantle Bag $11.99 black LARGE Trail Saddle Cantle Bag This Weaver cantle bag is perfect for trail riding. The bag is large, measuring 6 1/2 x 19 1/2 x 6″ deep. Featuring sewn in dees and additional… |
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Weaver Leather CHAP LEA CANTLE BAG W/ZIPPER $67.32 Weaver Leather CHAP LEA CANTLE BAG W/ZIPPER… |
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EXselle Round Cantle Riser Pad – White $26.95 A top quality pad from Exselle, constructed with dense, closed cell rubber. Adds cushioning and protects sensitive spine and shoulder muscles. Fits into gullet of saddle to correct angle on hard-to-fit horses. Reduces slipping and saddle pressure on critical areas by redistributing the saddle load. Clinically shaped and tested for a close fit, reducing slipping and friction. Natural memory of clos… |