Our February Special for You and Your "Sweetheart"
10% OFF In-Stock New Saddles and Previously Loved Saddles!
10% OFF In-Stock New Saddles and Previously Loved Saddles!
(consignment saddles excluded)
EVENT SCHEDULE
During February and March our Saddle Fit Technicians will be visiting clients in:
northern California, New York, New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania, Maryland, north Virginia, Florida, New Mexico, British Columbia, Arizona, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Ontario!
Click here to check dates and locations of upcoming shows and Saddlefit Sessions. Contact the Agent or Coordinator in your area to register so you won’t miss out. Don't see your area? We'd be happy to help arrange a visit for a group in your area! 1(800)225-2242
GUESS WHO'S RIDING IN SCHLEESE?
Look at the end of the newsletter to find out!
NEWS BITS
>>USDF FEI Trainer's Conference, Loxahatchee FL Jan '08 Jochen gave a demonstration "Saddle Fitting to Protect your Horse from Long Term Damage" to 140 trainers. Below- Jochen with Jan Brink at the conference.
>>Introducing 'The ConneXion' and 'The ViCtory' The softest, closest contact dressage saddles on the market! Specially designed for the 2008 Olympics, where Saddlefit 4 Life is Official Saddler. With the close "ConneXion, the ViCtory will be yours!"
>>SPECIAL 'Accessories Bundle' when you purchase any new Schleese Saddle, get a matching girth, leathers, and saddle pad (retail value over $400) for only an additional $295! Includes:
Black 8" Girth (sizes 24 - 36),
Black Dressage Leathers (standard sizes 140,150,or 160)
White Dressage Pad (either the Ogilvie Top Pad or the 3S Square Cotton Pad)
>>Special Delivery to Mississippi! Congratulations Susan and Rick Dressler on the birth of twin boys, born on 1/8/08 (due date 2/4/08). William Paul -5 lbs; Roger James just under 5 lbs. Our congratulations, prayers and best wishes to Susan and Rick! Susan is our representative in Mississippi.
>>New Faces at Schleese! We welcome Crystal Dwan (see 'Meet a Face'), Jeremy Roberts, and Melanie Kirkwood. Jeremy, an experienced farrier, and Melanie a former event rider, are working hard to complete their certification as Saddle Fit Technicians; they may be visiting your location some time soon!
>>Wedding Bells- Congratulations Genevieve and Dennis! Gen and Dennis were married in December 2007. We celebrated with them in Januray at a reception for family and friends in Sanford, Ontario. Gen was a gorgeous bride!! (Gen is a Certified Saddler and is currently working as a SFT in Ontario, Quebec & NY)
>> Jochen is working closely with Hannes Mueller, the head trainer at the FN German Riding School in Warendorf to promote the need for awareness of saddle fitting in the instructor certification program.
MEET A FACE AT SCHLEESE- Crystal Dwan
As Client Relations Representative for Canada and Eastern USA, Crystal assists many riders each and every day, by finding answers to their queries, and arranging visits to their area. Crystal works closely with Miriam, Linda and Christine in Business Development, with over 8 years of customer service experience. Crystal is a devoted animal lover with an extended family of two dogs (Mason and Mack) and a cat. She rode Western as a young girl. "I completely understand the importance of ensuring your animal companion is happy and comfortable." She enjoys living on the lakeshore of Lake Simcoe where she fulfils her daily passion of walking 'her boys' Mason and Mack. "When Mother Nature allows, we upgrade the pace to roller-blading. To sum it up; family, friends and my pets are ME!"
"Schleese is a great place for me to apply my passions and experience. I look forward to working with you and assisting you in all your customer service needs."
FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH - What our clients say!
>>New, Softer Feel"
I have been through a lot of saddles in my life - when you're young you're not as picky and in Germany - where I grew up - no one wasted a minute about thinking of saddle fit for horse or rider???? What a concept and what a luxury.
Thankfully we have arrived in a different time. I have had a couple of great saddles- but the one that really marries the best for my horse and the best for me is my custom Schleese. I have to say this because I was very leery - especially since the Schleese has always been known to be first class for the horse's back and a 'dressage movement enabler'... BUT- the ladies that rode in it mostly had sad faces and weren't happy...it was NOT comfy.
Well I guess they have figured it out now- because I AM very HAPPY in my saddle and my horse moves like from a 6 to an 8 on gaits...and there are witnesses saying that! I think the tree is fiberglass - or something else than wood - so it kind of folds almost- it's definitely elastic and when you ride any medium gait it truly sucks you into the movement and the saddle - so if you are loose in the hip - all you have to do is follow the movement. The horses (I ride both mine in this saddle- although they are vastly different ...) love it- have perfect sweat marks- are not encumbered and I am a happy camper...! It was not cheap - but worth every penny!!!
Sabina Di Sano, CALifetime Amateur Dressage Rider
>>What a Relief!
I purchased a new dressage saddle from Schleese approximately one year ago. I was forced into the saddle buying market because my young horse proved to be very difficult to fit. I want you to know how much I love the saddle and what a relief it is to know that my saddle is not contributing to any discomfort for my young horse as she matures and develops. The saddle has made a tremendous difference in my ability to improve my seat and aids. As an adult amateur rider that takes much pleasure from my horses I want to thank you for your excellent product and customer service. Initially intimidated by the thought of a 'custom made' saddle I now recognize it was the best thing I could have done. The saddle buying experience has been pleasureable and painless from the start with Schleese involved. I thank Gen Kendall for taking the time to explain the saddle fitting process and answering all my questions. Gen attended my farm again in the fall (unsolicited) to check on the continued good fit of my saddle and it was another enjoyable experience. I realize how lucky I am to have purchased a Canadian product that has superior craftmanship as well as truly extraordinary customer service. Believe me that I tell everyone I know of my positive experience with Schleese and I thank you again.
Vicki Ryckman, ON
SADDLE FIT TIP
by Joanna Robson, DVM, CVSMT, CMP, VA, SFT
Joanna Robson is an affiliated equine veterinarian who periodically works with Schleese. The article is featured on "Equestrian Network Magazine" in VOLUME 3. ISSUE 2 February/2008
"Much More Than 9 Points to Perfection!"
Click here
LOOK WHO'S RIDING IN SCHLEESE- Jaimey Irwin
Stoney Lake Equestrian (Stoney Lake ON) is home to the Grand Prix dressage riders Jaimey and Tina Irwin. Both Canadian Team listed riders, Tina and Jaimey have set themselves the lofty goal of representing Canada at the International level, at the World Cup, World Equestrian Games, and the Olympics. Besides their Grand Prix and Advanced Level mounts Tina and Jaimey have a number of other young and promising horses in training. Jaimey and White Socks won their Prix St George class on Jan 2008, Wellington FL, in the National division with 66%.
REMEMBER...
Saddle Fit Lecture Demo! Why not invite your friends to an educational horse demonstration at your barn! mail: info@schleese.com.
Let us know what your product requests are for all upcoming visits a minimum of 3 weeks before your saddle fitting session> Our Saddle Fit Technicians are not able to fly with customer products or last minute requests.
Send your new e-mail address! to: lhaughton@schleese.com or info@schleese.com,
so we can notify you of events in your area.
Pass on this newsletter to your friends and dressage club! Spring is just around the corner! Happy riding!
