What type of dressage saddle should I buy?

Question

I am in search of a dressage saddle for my new horse since my old saddle does not fit her, She has a medium wide gullet, she is around 15.2hh and weighs about 827 lbs. She is a thoroughbred type appaloosa. I am 5'1" with a long femur and usually ride in a 16- 16.5" saddle.

Answer 1

If you are serious about dressage then get ready to drop some money. I would recommend a saddle that can be adjusted so you can keep it forever. I think that any of the Hennig saddles are a dream to ride. Also Schlese has fantastic saddles. I myself own one of their Jane Savoy models. If those are out of your price range try a more modest Passier. They are also very nice saddles and they are much cheaper.

Dressage is all about harmony and the saddle can really have am impact in both a negative or a positive way. That is why I always recommend saddles that I consider to be an investment. If the saddle fits both you and your horse very well your riding will be elevated from it. You should poke around a local saddle shop and see if they have any used saddles in the brands that I mentioned. Once you buy a saddle you should also always get it adjuster to your horse ASAP. Hope that helps.

Answer 2

I would suggest getting a wintec dressage saddle.  You can change the gullet to fit multiple horses and they are very comfortable and nice looking.  Pretty inexpensive too.  I have a wintec 2000 all purpose saddle and love it.