Trying to help a friend look. Essentially she’s trying to fit a barrel turned on it’s side. Dude has NO withers. Wide tree definitely. Brand suggestions?
Duett
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He likely needs more than a wide tree. Possibly XW or more, even. Regardless a hoop tree would be a good option. I’d look at Duett and English/UK brands such as Black Country. Lots of wiiidddee cobs over there.
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Arabian saddles are also an option, in my experience riding “barrels”
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If she’s got the money, EQ Saddle Science, spin off of ReactorPanel, makes semi-custom adjustable saddles. My Morgan is, ahem, well-sprung, and ReactorPanel found me a saddle that fits her perfectly.
I have Gypsies too! I’ve found brands with the hoop trees work the best! My boy is currently going in an Albion SLK hoop tree XX Wide. And we use a no slip pad underneath.
I agree with this. It’s something I’ve learned recently. I borrowed a friend’s saddle to ride a Friesian and was surprised it fit. The friend has a (big for the breed) Arab gelding!
Amerigo has a model specifically for this.
I recommend WOW Saddles, given their adjustability, and Flair.
AH Saddles are cob specialists.
Another vote for Duett.
And groin stretches, lots of groin stretches.
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