We Listen. We Educate. We Care!
SEPTEMBER 2007
Our Saddle Fit Technicians are on the road in September in the following states and provinces: New Mexico, Utah, California, Ontario, Alberta, Pennsylvania and various locations in New England. Wow! Check our schedule (link below) for exact dates and locations. Register early so you won’t miss out!
GUESS WHO'S RIDING IN SCHLEESE?
Look at the end of the newsletter to find out!
LOOKING BACK OVER THE LAST 21 YEARS!
Do you recognize these bums and faces?
Canadian GP Dressage riders (circa 1996-1998) Ashley Holzer, Gary van der Ploeg, Christian Garweg and Penny Zavitz Rockx. The ad we featured read "These bums are riding in Schleese saddles! Shouldn't yours be?"
EVENT SCHEDULE
Click here to check dates and locations of upcoming shows and Saddlefit Sessions. Contact the Agent or Coordinator in your area to reserve your Session. We would be happy to schedule a date for a NEW group at your location! Why not invite your friends to a SADDLE FIT LECTURE and DEMONSTRATION! Contact us at (800) 225-2242 or info@schleese.com.
NEWS BITS
>> Schleese Official Saddler and Sponsor for DRESSAGE at DEVON! Sept 25-30 Devon, PA
Jochen Schleese will be presenting demos Friday and Saturday on "Equine and Human Biomechanics and the Art of Saddle Fit" and "Diagnostic Saddle Evaluation and Solutions Promoting Equine Back Health". Check the program or drop by our booth for times and location. Stop by our booth to enter our draw for a chance to win a FREE saddle!
>> Heading west for SPRUCE MEADOWS Masters!
If you are attending the Masters in Calgary, Sept. 5-9th, drop by our booth and enter our contest for a chance to win a FREE saddle!
>> "E-Talk" We need your email address!
Please let us know if you have a new email address- it's the best way for us to notify you of upcoming Saddle Fit Sessions in your area. Send a quick email to: lhaughton@schleese.com
>> MORE Saddle Fit Sessions in CA!
We are pleased to announce our improved service to CA- we now offer saddle fit sessions every month! Check the schedule on our web site (link below).
>> Customer Service Update- "Farewell Oscar"..."Welcome Crystal!"
We would like to welcome Crystal Dwan, as our new Customer Service Coordinator! Crystal can be reached at ex 50 or you can email her at cdwan@schleese.com. We wish Oscar all the best with his new opportunity.
>> Jochen Schleese will be speaking to Instructors in southern CA
The Sept. 8 demonstration, "Equine and Human Bio-Mechanics and Art of “Saddle Fit”, is sponsored by the CDS- San Juan Capistrano Chapter. The Sept 10 presentation will be in the San Diego area. For more info call (800) 225-2242 ex 32
>> 2007 Pam Am Games in Brazil -Congratulations to...
>the US Team- winning Gold in Dressage, Jumping and Eventing
>the Canadian Team winning Silver in Dressage, Jumping and Eventing
>Canadian Jill Henselwood/ Special Ed- Individual Gold- Jumping
>Canadian Eric Lamaze- Individual Bronze- Jumping
>Canadian Tom Dvorak/ Beaumarchais-Individual Dressage 4th place (Tom missed Individual Bronze by .5%)
>> 2007 CDI-W TORONTO RESULTS!
Schleese riders place at the top of their categories! Toronto, Canada August 9-12, 2007
Grand Prix Kur to Music
1. Brooks, Jacqueline M. - Gran Gesto - 72.050%
2. Busse-Irwin, Tina - Amicelli - 66.050%
Prix St Georges
1. Brooks, Jacqueline M. - Balmoral - 68.850%
2. Busse, Ute - Lindor's Finest - 65.250%
Intermediaire I
1. Brooks, Jacqueline M. - Balmoral - 67.150%
2. Busse, Ute - Lindor's Finest - 64.750%
4. Irwin, Jaimey - Dover - 63.250%
Intermediaire I Kur to Music
1. Brooks, Jacqueline M. - Balmoral - 70.500%
2. Irwin, Jaimey - Dover - 67.450%
3. Busse, Ute - Lindor's Finest- 67.170%
Grand Prix
1. Brooks, Jacqueline M. - Gran Gesto - 65.50%
2. Busse-Irwin, Tina - Amicelli - 62.292%
check it out!
http://www.eurodressage.com/scores/2007/toronto.html
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A RECENT INNOVATION... The "INFINITY"
Benefits of the Infinity This dressage saddle is designed to give the rider a classic dressage seat. A deep seat with a 10cm cantle gives the rider a centered ride without feeling too much push from behind. The soft seat foam and slight forward balance of the saddle provide the rider with the support and comfort needed without sacrificing fit, while keeping him with the motion of the horse. The wide gullet and wide flat panels disperse the weight across the horse’s back, allowing the spine to move, bend and lift with the horse’s motion during collection. The shoulder cut out at the front of this integrated ‘relief’ panel provides room for the shoulder to rotate and keeps the saddle from inhibiting shoulder movement. The popular Infinity is a great value at a competitive price.
From: $4,395.00
MEET A FACE AT SCHLEESE- Chris Moloughney
L- Chris Maloughney, working on a saddle
R- Chris and Linda Haughton (Business Development Coordinator) at a staff BBQ
A native of Stratford ON, Chris's passion for working with leather and working with his hands, led him to the saddler apprenticeship program at Schleese. Five years later, as a Certified Saddler, his favorite models are the 'Wave' for the 'beautiful shape of the seat', and the 'Eventer' because of the large amount of hand stitching. Chris says, "I work with wonderful people who have taught me so much about the trade, and life in general. Many co-workers are like family. Jochen is very inspiring and interesting! I love working with Sonja (Certified Master Saddler); she has taught me so much. Working at Schleese, I have learned about myself, dealing with people, and what is important in life". In his spare time, Chris enjoys archery, paintball, travel and spending time with family and friends.
Ed. note: Chris is a GREAT guy (and an eligible bachelor)!
FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH - What our clients say!
>> I just would like to be able to afford two saddles! - Patricia King, TN Click to continue...
>> We won our Equitation class! - Jane Foerter, ON Click to continue...
>> Great job Schleese!
Here is a short blip about how Impromptu (romper) and I feel about our Schleese saddle! After trying several well known brands of hunt saddles, I was really frustrated! Impromptu a three year old morgan mare, has a nice wide spine, and well developed withers. She and I had come to a stand still in our training progress as none of my saddles were fitting her. They either rolled side to side as I was riding her, or sat to low on her making me ride "uphill" all the time. A friend of mine rides in a Schleese dressage saddle on her morgan mare. She suggested I try having the saddle fitters come out and access Impromptu. A few weeks later we had Schleese out to the farm. The saddle fitters were very nice and easy to work and speak with. They had me try Impromptu in a "Hunter Pleasure" Schleese saddle. I was pleased from the moment I sat in it and rode her around. Impromptu has grown leaps and bounds, physically, and mentally with our new saddle. It has allowed her the freedom of her shoulders, back, etc. Impromptu had a great first show season for herself and we are looking forward to an excellent show season this year! The saddle fits my other big Morgan mare for just as nicely! I highly recommend this saddle to Morgan owners!!! It's a pleasure to have a saddle company fit the saddles properly, and offer great customer service! Good customer service is a rarity these days and very much appreciated! -Suzanne Evans and Impromptu (Trainer Evans Equestrian Center, PA)
Click here to read more...
SADDLE FIT TIP by Kristen Vleitstra, SFT & Training Coordinator
The length of the saddle on your horse can really effect their comfort and relaxation in a ride. Whether your horse is short backed or long-backed, their "Saddle Support Area" needs to be examined. To check your horses "SSA" start by getting him to stand square on level ground. Draw a straight line up his side where the hair pattern changes from facing towards the hindquarters to facing towards the chest area. In most horses this is the line where the last supporting rib lies in the back. If your saddle extends past this line, it could mean that your saddle is too long for your horse. Common signs of a saddle being too long are 'bucking' (more at the canter), and also the horse wanting to 'park out' (stand with the hind legs extended out behind him instead of underneath his hind end). If your saddle is too long for the horse's back you should seriously consider a replacement, as this problem cannot be solved by reflocking or refitting the saddle.
LOOK WHO'S RIDING IN SCHLEESE- Peter Gray!
Peter Gray of Orangeville, Ontario, is no stranger to the Olympics, having competed in three Olympics representing Bermuda, before getting his Canadian citizenship and riding for Canada at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games. Gray was an individual bronze medalist at the 1987 Pan- American Games and he competed at the 1990 World Equestrian Games in Stockholm, Sweden. From 1995-2000 Gray was the National Coach of the Canadian Three-Day Event Team. Well done Peter! Schleese designed an eventing saddle according to Gray's specifications -and this saddle model bears his name!
REMEMBER...
Our Saddle Fit Technicians will no longer be able to fly with customer products, demo saddles or last minute requests. Please advise your Agent or Coordinator of product requests at least 3 weeks in advance of the date so we can ship products in advance! AND... please send us your new email address!
Pass this newsletter on to your friends and dressage club!
Enjoy the cooler weather of Fall! Happy riding and keep safe!
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