Complete Western Saddle Fitting for Horse and Rider - Big Dee's Tack & Jeff Duncan Cactus Saddlery

Jeff Duncan from Cactus Saddlery, spoke during Big Dee's Anniversary Event about the proper fit of a western saddle for both the horse and the rider. Jeff discusses the various parts of the western saddle tree, the different styles of saddle tree's and how they relate to the fitting of the saddle to both the horse and the rider. Important topics discussed how to tell if a western saddle fits the horse. How to tell if the western saddle fits the rider. Jeff also discusses the fitting and use of a flank cinch and its importance of utilizing them as well as different types of saddle pads and saddle blankets and how they effect the fit of the saddle. Big Dee's Tack offers a 10 day saddle trial on all saddles to ensure that they fit both the horse and the rider. Be sure to visit www.bigdweb.com to shop our current selection of western saddles for sale. This video is for educational purposes only and as such does not replace the council of a veterinarian or other healthcare and/or training professionals.

[@rogergriffith3924]

I am so glad that you said "cavalry'" as opposed to "calvary", because I am an old cavalryman!

[@GreenbrokePete]

Wow this is the best video on the subject ever !! Thank you

[@v9311]

Does a barrel horse need a thin pad?

[@emilym9981]

Would a light endurance rider still need a thick pad?

[@NothenButHell]

Yes, because the thick pad protects the horse.

[@jessicagraf230]

You don't need a thick pad if your saddle fits correctly

[@davidguest7918]

This man certainly needs to talk with tree makers.. he is a walking contradiction