Ariat Fatbaby Saddle vs Dublin River/Pinnacle

[ElegantEmerald]

Ok, so I am doing a bit of ‘boot restocking.’ Since it’s currently summer, a lot of winter boots are cheaper than when in high demand. So, I’m trying to decide between the Fatbaby Saddle or the Dublin Pinnacle. I live in WA state, so the winters are pretty mild. (just lots of rain!) In the winter, I mostly am working, although I will ride occasionally (mostly Western) . Overall I am at the barn 1-2 days a week.

The Fatbaby Saddle is cheaper and not insulated, and I would likely need to waterproof it. The Dublin is already waterproof and insulated. My main thought is durability though…is there one that would be a clear step above the other considering my needs? Thanks in advance!

[Training_Cupid]

If you want it primarily for the winter, I’d go with either of the Dublin boots.

[JustTheTicket]

Dublins for sure. The fat babies won’t hold up very well.

[Red_Barn]

I’ve been wearing the Pinnacles for three years - IN MAINE - and they’re still alive and kicking. With toasty sox, they’re actually quite warm.

The Fat Babies look very cheap to me, but I’ve never actually owned any, so can’t say.

[ElegantEmerald]

Thanks guys!

[RedHorses]

And here I’m thinking “Ariat makes saddles now?!” and “What kind of special does it take to think " Fatbaby” is a good name for a saddle?!". :lol:

[TWH_Girl]

Get both! They are different boots for different reason