I was looking for a saddle that allowed my Warmblood the freedom to use his shoulders and engage his back more, especially as we started more lateral work. I felt his traditional saddle was blocking his movement and I could not use my seat fully.
I initially rented the SMART™ Elite Dressage saddle
so we could both become accustomed to the flexibility and allow my trainers to
see if there was a difference. One trainer said how much the horse's walk
had improved and would now easily gain an 8 in a dressage test – we are now
getting this!
The lateral work is also improving, I can now
sit and feel the movements - the close contact design helps!
The SMART™ Advisor was so helpful, I had a
concern about the fit and she offered solutions over the phone and arranged to
come out to review the saddle. Pictures of his back had been taken at the
initial visit so we could see the difference and how the horses back muscles
had developed in 4 weeks. The saddle balance pads were tweaked and now the
saddle fits his new shape perfectly.
Before (December 2021)
After (February 2022)
I was very sceptical at the start of the trial, but now I don't think I could ride in a traditional saddle and I am sure my
horse would let me know that he was not happy too. If in doubt rent a SMART™ saddle and feel the difference!
Gillian Kettles
2022
I purchased the SMART™ Elite Dressage saddle in January and the saddle has radically improved my Warmbloods
movement through his back so much that with his improved dressage scores we
have now been selected to represent Scotland at the Senior Inter Regional
competition in May . A dream come true THANK YOU SOLUTION SADDLES.
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