Schleese Saddlery Service
Schleese Saddlefit 4 Life®
Custom English Dressage Saddles
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I choose a Schleese Saddle?
What makes a Schleese Custom Saddle unique when compared to any other "custom" saddle?
The Schleese patented AdapTree is utilized in our entire line of custom saddles. We call our saddles 'non-disposable' because Schleese saddles can be adjusted to conform to the changes your horse will go through as he ages, matures, and muscles up. Not only can the tree width be adjusted to fit the withers, but the panel will also be reflocked.
It is also important that your saddle fits you as the rider - the rider has many more points of reference to fit than the horse does, and if the rider is not comfortable in the saddle, the horse will never perform optimally no matter how well the saddle fits the horse.
The AdapTree is unique among the 'flex trees' available on the market in that it 'adapts' to the horse's movement. Most flex trees will only bend in one direction (front to back), but the AdapTree will also torque across the diagonal to reflect the horse's motion.
Further customization in the saddle is reflected in the design of the seat (foam is added for personal comfort), the flaps, the depth/balance of the seat, the length and position of the stirrup bars and of course the types and colours of leather used.
Points of consideration for saddle fit for the Rider
Gender: seat width, twist, waist, and seat depth
Spinal Curvature: air pocket, waist, cup seat
Weight: flexibility of tree, to allow the most important aid, seat, weight to communicate with ease to the horse.
Hip Size: seat width, seat length, seat depth
Height: centre of balance, seat size, flap length
Leg Length: length of flap, stirrup bar position, angulation of flap
Thigh Circumference: seat size, through opening on saddle, belly length, flap width
Horse Size: saddle size, flap angulation, panel length, panel choice, balance of seat
I ordered a saddle but circumstances require me to return it or change my order. What is the cancellation policy and what are my options?
What are my payment options or discounts available?
I have heard that I could "earn" my saddle. How do I do that?
You can work with Schleese to become a clinic organizer and earn coupons, ambassador credits and personal discounts, depending on the number of saddlefit sessions you wish to schedule. Please call Linda Haughton at 800-225-2242 ex. 32 for further details or email her at lhaughton@schleese.com for further information!
I ordered a saddle and I have some specific questions.
How do I make sure that my saddle fits?
The 7 Points of Saddle Fit
The following seven points should be checked on the saddle without using a pad, fittings or rider on top.The horse must stand squarely on level ground.
Balance Centre of seat should lie parallel to floor on horses back
Straightness Saddle should not fall to one side when viewed from behind; tree points should be behind both shoulder blades.
Wither Clearance Clearance at the withers should be 2 to 3 fingers all around (guideline only for normal withers). Mutton withers will have more fingers; extra high withers will have less finger clearance.
Gullet Width 2-3 fingers all along back. Wide enough not to interfere with spinal processes, musculature of horses back or dorsal ligament system.
Full Panel Contact Should touch horses back evenly all the way from front to back; no rocking or hollowness (some models may curve up at the rear to allow horses back to come up when engaged).
Billet Alignment Should hang perpendicular to ground so that the girth is not angled.
Shoulder Alignment Panel points should be flush with shoulder.
How do I extend the life of my saddle?
How do I keep my warranty and fit guarantee?
Your order evaluation form defines our warranty and fit guarantee. Refer to the back of your form for this information.
How can I experience the financial and emotional rewards available to me through Schleese?
Your dedication to maintaining proper saddle fit plays a key role in the Circle of Influence. Click on the side skin to "Discover the Benefits for Trainers and Students" for further information.