This message is from: Eileen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Hello All,
I'm in desparate need of some advice. For the past month my vet and
I have been both having problems with my saddle slipping sideways on my
classic barrel-shaped mare. I'm using a wide tree (38cm) all purpose
saddle which seems to fit her well. After searching the archives, I
tried the Professional Choice girth, per Gayle W's suggestion. I also
use one of those "non-slip" rubber pads you put under throw rugs. These
have helped, but the sideways slipping is still really dangerous. I
know it's not just me because my vet is an excellent 3-day event rider,
skinny and *way* more fit than I am, and she's having problems. My vet
has been cranking up the girth, which I hate to do. And that doesn't
solve the problem. Yikes, we haven't cantered my mare yet, 'cause
trotting is still such a challenge.
Any suggestions?
(PS sorry if this is a repeat - I tried to post twice before and didn't
see my message).
Eileen and 'Jane', the beautiful barrel with legs
