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2010-09-21 Thread Robyn Kevlin
This message is from: Robyn Kevlin I have fortunately not had a buck from Gaven, so can't say how the saddle would stick. I have a breast collar to help keep it in place on trails. So far we've had no spooks, though we have had a spin or two... Seems to do fine. The treed saddle I was using i

Re: Treeless saddle

2009-07-19 Thread Steve Sessoms
This message is from: "Steve Sessoms" I have a Barefoot treeless saddle and I love mine. I use a Grandeur pad with it, with or without a Mayatex saddle blanket, and I won't go out on the trail without a breastplate. I started using the Mayatex under the Grandeur when I became

RE: treeless saddle slipping -solutions

2009-07-18 Thread Sharon
This message is from: "Sharon" Hi Rachel, >> but on a long ride if Lily gets a bit hot, or when doing more energetic things than usual, it slips badly. Has anyone got a solution to this?<< I did 2 things to stop my saddle from slipping. Different saddle pad, different girth. 1. Saddle pad- Afte

Re: Treeless saddle

2009-07-18 Thread Cherie Mascis
This message is from: "Cherie Mascis" I've found that the pads with real wool or wool felt keep the treeless saddles from slipping, but a breast collar is also a good idea because if the saddle does pull sideways it can't get all the way underneath. Cherie Important FjordHorse List Links:

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2009-07-18 Thread Lori Lemley
This message is from: Lori Lemley I use treeless saddles (a Bob Marshall, a Nickers Sensation and a Ghost) on my two Fjord mares. The best things I have found to prevent slipping are adding a Y-type breastplate and a crupper. The extra straps are a bit of a hassle to fiddle with, but they keep th

Re: Treeless saddle

2009-07-16 Thread Heather Baskey
This message is from: Heather Baskey The "new" Barefoot Lexington model (coming out Sep 09) apparently has adjustable stirrup placement (I am taking alot of people commented they didn't get proper leg placement - common complaint). It will be interesting to hear the reviews on their latest "impr

Re: Treeless saddle

2009-07-16 Thread KateSeidel
This message is from: katesei...@aol.com In a message dated 7/16/2009 3:58:59 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, dabchic...@yahoo.co.uk writes: on a long ride if Lily gets a bit hot, or when doing more energetic things than usual, it slips badly. We have ridden with a Barefoot for years and only

Re: Treeless saddle

2009-07-16 Thread Heather Baskey
This message is from: Heather Baskey What saddle pad are you using with it? Heather From: Rachel Huson dabchic...@yahoo.co.uk on a long ride if Lily gets a bit hot, or when doing more energetic things than usual, it slips badly. Has anyone got a solution to

Treeless saddle

2009-07-16 Thread Rachel Huson
This message is from: Rachel Huson I have been using a Barefoot treeless saddle on Lily, my fjord mare, for over a year now, and we love it -both of us- but on a long ride if Lily gets a bit hot, or when doing more energetic things than usual, it slips badly. Has anyone got a solution to this

Re: Treeless Saddle Sydney Saddleworks

2006-11-30 Thread Steve Sessoms
This message is from: "Steve Sessoms" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> "dfle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Does anyone have experience with a Sydney Saddleworks treeless saddle. I have a chance to get a new one at a really good cost and just want to make sure it's worth

Re: Re: Treeless Saddle Sydney Saddleworks

2006-11-29 Thread vikinghorserider
This message is from: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > You may get some opinions on the treeless yahoo group. Also, know someone is > selling a sensation treeless on there for $625...just a thought. The Sensation is an awesome treless saddle, it fits both my Fjord and Icelandic. Cherie NC The FjordHorse

Re: Re: Treeless Saddle Sydney Saddleworks

2006-11-29 Thread vikinghorserider
This message is from: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > You may get some opinions on the treeless yahoo group. Also, know someone is > selling a sensation treeless on there for $625...just a thought. The Sensation is an awesome treless saddle, it fits both my Fjord and Icelandic. Cherie NC The FjordHorse

Re: Treeless Saddle Sydney Saddleworks

2006-11-29 Thread Stephanie McLean
extreme NE Minnesota!) - Original Message From: Lola Lahr <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Sent: Wednesday, November 29, 2006 6:11:31 PM Subject: Re: Treeless Saddle Sydney Saddleworks This message is from: "Lola Lahr" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi M

Re: Treeless Saddle Sydney Saddleworks

2006-11-29 Thread wendee berman
anyone have experience with a Sydney Saddleworks treeless saddle. I > have a chance to get a new one at a really good cost and just want to make > sure it's worth it. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw - Chec

Re: Treeless Saddle Sydney Saddleworks

2006-11-29 Thread Lola Lahr
This message is from: "Lola Lahr" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi Melinda, I have no experience with the Sydney Saddleworks saddle. My "fluffy" Fjord likes the Free Form treeless saddle better than the Bob Marshall and the Cashel neoperene saddle. She is very drafty, and whe

Re: Treeless Saddle Sydney Saddleworks

2006-11-29 Thread Melinda Schumacher
rkable things our horses do. * On 11/29/06, dfle <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > This message is from: "dfle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Does anyone have experience with a Sydney Saddleworks treeless saddle. I > have a chance to get a new one at a r

Treeless Saddle Sydney Saddleworks

2006-11-29 Thread dfle
This message is from: "dfle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Does anyone have experience with a Sydney Saddleworks treeless saddle. I have a chance to get a new one at a really good cost and just want to make sure it's worth it. I know the Hillason ones are not the greatest accordin

Re: treeless saddle

2006-10-06 Thread Epona1971
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 10/6/2006 10:16:34 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: PS: I too have the Bob Marshall treeless saddle and it fits my fjord gelding just fine, even with him being "chunky". I have also used it on my arab whic

Re: treeless saddle

2006-10-06 Thread NordicKees
ones), and stay put. They look "normal" so can be used in show, etc., without too much notice. I have a western and an endurance model. Brigid PS: I too have the Bob Marshall treeless saddle and it fits my fjord gelding just fine, even with him being "chunky". I have also

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2006-10-06 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I'll be meeting her at a clinic in a few weeks, we'll try the saddle and I'll let you know what we both think. Cherie The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw

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2006-10-06 Thread Onnak2000
he pummels are so hard. Should eliminate any pinching which might be the reason a few people have experienced their horse bucking with a treeless saddle. Would love to hear what your friend thinks, when she gets hers. Onna The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw

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2006-10-05 Thread Epona1971
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Onna- Someone may have already commented about the Bob Marshall. I've had mine for years and done all sorts of riding in it them, with great results. They are comfortable, fit Fjords (and most other horses with the exception of really bony/high wither

Re: treeless saddle

2006-10-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This message is from: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I am still checking into the various treeless saddles. >Anyone have any experience or knowledge of the >treeless saddle made by Sydney Saddle works? If you're talking about the western one, my friend

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2006-10-05 Thread Onnak2000
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, I am still checking into the various treeless saddles. Anyone have any experience or knowledge of the treeless saddle made by Sydney Saddle works? They are located in Jasper, MO. Onna The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http

Re: trail riding brag alert/treeless saddle report

2001-05-07 Thread Epona1971
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] OK, now time for my brag alert! Tommes & I enjoyed a ride with the local group called Los Viajeros. I was very excited to go, as it's invitation-only and someone has to "sponsor" you. Membership is limited and you & your horse must prove yourself to be ve

Re: Treeless Saddle

2000-01-27 Thread MyNorseHorse
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Someone also posted about an Icelandic Saddle. Is this along the same lines? I think I would have to try it first...though the "idea" of a treeless saddle is appealing. Kate

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2000-01-27 Thread Paula Steinmetz
cussion lately. Last weekend Paula talked about a treeless > saddle called ansur. Did you get to try one? If you did how was it? > Has anyone out there had any experience with treeless saddles? Alison- Yep - got to try the Ansur saddle. I liked it, but I wasn't wowed by it - I don&