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SOCIETY OF MASTER SADDLERS’
QUESTION & ANSWER Twice president of Society Master Saddlers, Lecturer / Assessor on Saddle fitting courses and Master Saddler Laurence Pearman answers some frequently asked questions on saddlery.
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I seem to get through stirrup leathers rather quickly! One very quickly becomes longer than the other. Do you have any suggestions as to what I can do to make my leathers last longer?
With stirrup leathers it is always best to purchase a good quality pair. They may cost a little more but it is well worth it.
Also it is advisable to swap them from side to side each week, that way you will be hopefully balancing them up if any stretch occurs.
2
My saddle is filled with air. How often should a saddler check it with a view to
refilling it? Could you tell me about the procedure?
If you have a saddle with air filling, firstly make sure this is the Flair air system as this the only adjustable airbag.
As with a flocked panel they both need checking at regular intervals say every 3 to 6 months when extra air can be added if required.
Then every two years as with the flocked saddle which needs a re-flock, the airbags need to be taken out and reinstalled and checked over.
There is also the Cair air system which you will find in the Bates range of saddles this is non-adjustable as it is a sealed unit but can be adjusted with shims which again would need to be checked within the same time scale. All this to be done by a Society of Master Saddlers’ Qualified Saddle Fitter.
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I am thinking about investing in a good second hand side saddle. What factors should I bear in mind before making the purchase?
If making the purchase of a second hand side saddle, ideally you will need time to trial the saddle. I would suggest this is with the expert guidance of a Qualified Saddle Fitter from the Society of Master Saddlers, who has side saddle experience. They can check the fit and safety, and also make any adjustments to it so you and your horse will be able to ride in comfort and safety.
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