Hi

Im in the process of ordering my first western treeless sensations saddle for my shop but I dont know anything about western preferances to colour and texture leather, and brass or stainless steel fittings

With these saddles I can choose: Flap, Seat and Knee in different colours / textures eg smooth leather, suede and Numbuck ( between suede and smooth aparantly )

See the link below for a pic of the saddle in question
http://www.scallywagsequinesupplies.co.uk/p/product/0710034642-Western+Sport+Trail/

So what do you prefer?

Thanks
Jill

Are treeless western saddles not considered in the western riding world?
All coments welcome

they must have a horn to be used in WES competition, not sure about AQHA would imagine it is the same, and they dont seem to have horns

if you are looking into treeless saddles the bob marhall sport saddle is basically the best treeless around

Thanks Gem
I'd probably better stay clear of the western ones then,for now at least.
There obviously for the hobby / pleasure western rider, not the competing rider
Thanks again
Jill

i compete in a treeless saddle, the best ones to buy are the bob marshalls or the barefoot, barefoot are pretty well stocked in the UK already but the bob marshall isnt and is a much nicer looking saddle

hi, i have just looked at the new 2008 AQHA Rulebook and the rule re western saddles is "h) In all western classes, horses will be shown in a western saddle
and appropriate bridle, snaffle bit or hackamore for the duration
of the class. A western saddle is a common type of saddle distinguished
by a large noticeable fork on which there is some form of
horn, a high cantle and large skirts. Silver equipment will not count
over a good working outfit." on page 132.
Hope this helps.
Rosie