Bison Saddlery’s Saddle-Fitting Clinic
Steve Stefely, of Bison Saddlery, will present a saddle- fitting clinic March 26–27, 2011, in Kalispell, Montana. If your horse
is experiencing problems due to an improperly-fitting saddle – whether English or Western – learn how to make that saddle fit, or learn how to buy a used or new saddle that will fit. Steve Shefely is owner of Bison
Saddlery, a custom leather shop in Helena, Montana, and is a craftsman with more than 40 years’ experience in the trade. He has expertise in English and Western saddle fitting and repair, and one-of-a-kind historical reproductions. “It isn’t astrophysics – it’s not terribly complicated,” says Stefeley. “There are some basic principles, and a person can learn whether a saddle fits or not. “The most common complaint I hear from English riders is that saddle fitters
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try to sell them a new saddle when there is no need to. I’m not there to sell anything. I’m there to evaluate and offer a service.” Stefely explains that there are often solutions to a poor fit short of purchasing a new saddle. Trees
can be altered, panels reflocked and/or refitted, and rigging can be repositioned. Clinic attendees are welcome to bring their horse(s) and saddle(s), learn fitting concepts and equine anatomy, ask questions, and then have an individual saddle-fitting session. Stefely can often alter an English saddle to fit at a clinic. To find out more information, or to make a reservation, contact Jonna Kelner at 406-756-5164 or 406-212-3238. To find out more information about
Steve Shefely, or to schedule a clinic, visit
www.bisonsaddlery.com.
SADDLE FITTING CLINIC March 26 & 27, 2011
Kalispell, Montana All Saddle Types
Presented by Steve Stefely of
BISON SADDLERY Informational presentation Individual consultations
On-site alterations Limited number of openings
For cost, more information and reservations please contact Jonna Kelner
406-756-5164 (home) 406-212-3238 (cell)
needs, or to arrange a saddle fi t clinic in your area
BISON SADDLERY 40 yrs. Experience in the trade
Satisfi ed clients worldwide 406-449-7231 (shop)
www.bisonsaddlery.com
For all of your custom saddle, tack, leatherwork and repair
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