Tucker Classic Equitation Endurance Saddle-

[Mukluks]

Just starting to look at getting an endurance saddle for my OTTB mare- has withers but not shark finned, back is somewhat flat. 16.2 hands if that even matters.

https://www.smartpakequine.com/pt/tucker-classic-equitation-endurance-saddle-18962

I normally ride English and this is described as a good cross over saddle for someone like me.
Anyway I would be interested in any comments on this saddle or recommendations for something similar

Also can anyone comment on seat size for these saddles? My English saddles are 17.5

[phantomhorse]

AFAIK, Tuckers are measured the western way, meaning you would want a 15.5 if you ride in a 17.5 english saddle.

What are you looking for this saddle to do that your current saddle doesn’t?

[tabula_rashah]

Yes, they are measured like Western saddles and tend to be on the roomy side. IMHO they are HEAVY and put you in a bit of a chair seat but they are comfy and well made.

Have you looked at Specialized saddles, specifically the Eurolight or International? I would put them above Tucker for a saddle that gives you an English style seat/ leg underneath you. Plus they are very adjustable

[Southernboy]

I looked at Tucker and then bought a Steele. They can be customized to your horse through their fitting process.

[Mukluks]

This saddle is going to be for Mr. Mukluks (same seat size as me).
But I am going to use it too.
I also like that it has lots of tie rings.

I am generally happy to trail ride in my jumping saddle!

[GreyDes]

I had a Tucker endurance trail saddle several years ago. A few notes from my experience:

• The seat padding is great if the seat fits you correctly. Definitely try before you buy if possible.
• Some models, including the one you linked to have a very steep rise to the seat. Great for security if it fits you, painful if if doesn’t.
• Most Tuckers will ride at least 1/2” small due to the padding.
• I agree many models will put you in a chair seat. If you are mostly walking that may be fine. I hated the one I had for trotting - I could not get balanced at all.

They are very popular saddles and many people rave about the padding. I ended up selling mine - I just couldn’t find a comfortable balance with it and the seat was too narrow and steep for me.

[anon38350891]

They have a longish tree, front to back. I loved my Tucker but it was resting on my horse’s kidneys; horse is short-backed. It was very easy to sell.