It
was my craniosacral therapist who recommended that I try a SMART™ saddle. We
experienced ongoing saddle slip issues; due to my pony having had a large worm
burden as a youngster, he was prone to altering shape quickly and it has proven
very difficult to get a saddle to fit for a whole season.
The
final saddle slip that caused me to try a SMART™ saddle was at The Riding
Club Championships in 2015; in the Intermediate Championship Jump Off, my saddle
slipped causing my horse to stop on the last turn back to home. This
resulted in us not only losing the potential win, but also retaining the
title. Following this, I went to my friend at Dodderhill Equestrian
who let me try their SMART™ saddle – it suited both me and my pony.
The
SMART™ saddle has not only solved the slipping problems we were experiencing but
has also changed the way that my horse moves. It has enabled improved rider-feel
so that I can give the correct aids when needed.
Along
with craniosacral treatments, the SMART™ saddle has allowed my horse to be much
freer in his movement and have a more natural shape over jumps. He feels much
younger to ride and he has also filled out in shape.
I
enjoy riding much more now that I have my SMART™ saddle – and I don’t need to
worry about my saddle slipping at any point!
