English Seat Sizing Comparing different Models

Tonto4me · 07-15-2009, 10:06 AM

Do English saddles different in seat sizing when it comes to different makers/models or are they all pretty much the same (i.e. if you normally ride in a 17" Wintec, then you would still need a 17" in any other English saddle)

Also, for tall people, do you need a specific type of saddle? I am 5'10 and weight 150lbs. Thinking of doing some mild jumping and eventing, so I am looking for an AP saddle.

BTW, if anyone has one, I have a Billy Cook 14-14.5" barrel saddle that I would trade.

Renee

Reitpferde · 07-15-2009, 10:09 AM

I am somewhere near your measurements and always had 17.5 seat. If your saddle has a deep seat, you might want to go 18. With long legs for jumping, you might need something long and forward.

I would not bother with an AP, if jumping/eventing is what you want to do. Go straight to a close contact/jumper saddle.

Tonto4me · 07-15-2009, 10:11 AM

Are those deep seat saddles? And what is the difference between a forward seat than any other seat? How confusing...

mytega · 07-15-2009, 10:12 AM

Some saddles will measure differently than they are stamped. That is one reason you can't trust the numbers.

A saddle will also feel different depending on how deep the seat is. A close contact saddle with a flat seat will feel roomier or let you get away with a smaller saddle than a dressage saddle with a deep seat that feels confining.

Reitpferde · 07-15-2009, 10:16 AM

By forward, I meant the flap. With long legs, which I assume you have, your knee might hang off the leather. You would not have the correct support.

Tonto4me · 07-15-2009, 10:30 AM

Ahh, that makes sense! Yeah, I have pretty long legs super high waist.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reitpferde

By forward, I meant the flap. With long legs, which I assume you have, your knee might hang off the leather. You would not have the correct support.

Tonto4me · 07-15-2009, 10:40 AM

Are Hunt seat saddles consider to be close contact with forward flaps and "jumper" saddles?

crayon · 07-15-2009, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tonto4me

Are Hunt seat saddles consider to be close contact with forward flaps and "jumper" saddles?

Jumper saddles are less close contact than you would use on a hunter but still with the forward flap. They also have a deeper seat sometimes and chunky knee/thigh blocks.

Jim_in_PA · 07-15-2009, 11:23 AM

Different makes and models, and even models within the same manufacturer may feel/fit differently due to design, etc. Additionally, CC, AP and Dressage saddles may feel/fit differently at the same size due to the seat configuration and desired stirrup setup. Comfort and balance are what is most important. So "your calculated size" is a starting point...your butt, legs, weight and height all factor in as does how you need/like to be positioned in the saddle.

buck1173 · 07-15-2009, 12:10 PM

I always thought these 2 articles are some of the best I've ever read, I love Jim Wofford:
http://www.equisearch.com/horses%5Fr...Ffit%5F111908/
http://www.equisearch.com/horses%5Fr...sign%5F032105/

07-15-2009, 10:06 AM	#1
Tonto4me Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 589 Images: 151	English Seat Sizing Comparing different Models Do English saddles different in seat sizing when it comes to different makers/models or are they all pretty much the same (i.e. if you normally ride in a 17" Wintec, then you would still need a 17" in any other English saddle) Also, for tall people, do you need a specific type of saddle? I am 5'10 and weight 150lbs. Thinking of doing some mild jumping and eventing, so I am looking for an AP saddle. BTW, if anyone has one, I have a Billy Cook 14-14.5" barrel saddle that I would trade. Renee __________________ I love my fuzzy eight leggers......

07-15-2009, 10:09 AM	#2
Reitpferde Senior Member+ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central New Jersey Posts: 1,606 Images: 34	I am somewhere near your measurements and always had 17.5 seat. If your saddle has a deep seat, you might want to go 18. With long legs for jumping, you might need something long and forward. I would not bother with an AP, if jumping/eventing is what you want to do. Go straight to a close contact/jumper saddle. __________________ "The problem with Socialism is that eventually you will run out of other people's money!" Margaret Thatcher

07-15-2009, 10:11 AM	#3
Tonto4me Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 589 Images: 151	Are those deep seat saddles? And what is the difference between a forward seat than any other seat? How confusing... __________________ I love my fuzzy eight leggers......

07-15-2009, 10:16 AM	#5
Reitpferde Senior Member+ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central New Jersey Posts: 1,606 Images: 34	By forward, I meant the flap. With long legs, which I assume you have, your knee might hang off the leather. You would not have the correct support. __________________ "The problem with Socialism is that eventually you will run out of other people's money!" Margaret Thatcher

07-15-2009, 10:40 AM	#7
Tonto4me Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 589 Images: 151	Are Hunt seat saddles consider to be close contact with forward flaps and "jumper" saddles? __________________ I love my fuzzy eight leggers......

07-15-2009, 10:12 AM	#4
mytega Senior Member+ Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: PA Posts: 1,694 Images: 48	Some saddles will measure differently than they are stamped. That is one reason you can't trust the numbers. A saddle will also feel different depending on how deep the seat is. A close contact saddle with a flat seat will feel roomier or let you get away with a smaller saddle than a dressage saddle with a deep seat that feels confining.

07-15-2009, 11:23 AM	#9
Jim_in_PA Senior Member+ Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central Bucks County PA Posts: 3,127 Images: 16	Different makes and models, and even models within the same manufacturer may feel/fit differently due to design, etc. Additionally, CC, AP and Dressage saddles may feel/fit differently at the same size due to the seat configuration and desired stirrup setup. Comfort and balance are what is most important. So "your calculated size" is a starting point...your butt, legs, weight and height all factor in as does how you need/like to be positioned in the saddle. __________________ “Never raise your hands to your children, it leaves your groin unprotected.” - Red Buttons Be safety conscious. 80% of people are caused by accidents. For best results, try not to do anything stupid. Horseback Riding...the most fun you can have with your boots still on...

07-15-2009, 12:10 PM	#10
buck1173 Senior Member+ Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 2,004 Images: 15 Blog Entries: 1	I always thought these 2 articles are some of the best I've ever read, I love Jim Wofford: http://www.equisearch.com/horses%5Fr...Ffit%5F111908/ http://www.equisearch.com/horses%5Fr...sign%5F032105/ __________________ Because we do not punish, pull, drag or bellow, we are only left with communication via our bodies, and above all, our personal presence... —HEMPFLING its not a contest —DESMOND

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