Are Monoflap saddles better?
A monoflap saddle (Fig 1) has a single flap with the girth straps emerging on its underside and the stirrup leathers lying on the outside. Advantages that have been ascribed to the monoflap saddle include a reduction in saddle weight and closer contact between the rider’s leg and the horse’s ribcage.
Are Fairfax saddles good?
An extremely popular British brand of saddle is Fairfax who offer a great selection of models including GP, Jump, and Dressage. Fairfax jump saddles are highly desirable for their adjustable gullet and high quality design.
How do you fit a Fairfax saddle?
How to Fit A FairFax Breastplate
- Place the edge of your hand against the horse’s chest between his body and the yoke of the breastplate.
- Adjust strap three.
- If using a martingale, use one with a traditional loose neck strap (not one that attaches to the saddle D-rings) and position it over the top of the breastplate.
Are Fairfax saddles wool flocked?
The wool panels are lined with a layer of Prolite® for proven pressure distribution, while still allowing for traditional re-flocking on site.
Are Kent and masters made by Fairfax?
About Kent and Masters They are a mid range saddle brand built by the same manufacturers and on the same tree’s as Thorowgood (budget end) and Fairfax (premium end). Kent & Masters offer a variety of models in both their Original and S Series range available in various sizes.
Are Fairfax bridles worth it?
Further scientific study proves that the reduction in bridle pressure afforded by the Fairfax Performance Bridle significantly improves range of movement, extension and flexion in competition horses. In addition to reducing pressure, the Fairfax Performance Bridle enhances the horse’s comfort by improving stability.
How do I change my Fairfax gullet?
Removing the bar
- Turn your saddle upside down and undo the bolts at the front of each panel.
- Slide each panel off the point of the tree.
- Fold back the flap covering the gullet bar.
- Undo the four bolts holding the gullet bar in place (2 each side).
- Remove the gullet bar.
Are Thorowgood and Kent and masters the same?
Kent and Masters, and Thorowgood are an extremely popular British manufacturer. Both brands are from the same family, and as such have similar model variances. The main difference between Kent and Masters Vs Thorowgood is the material the saddles are made from which also impacts the price of the saddles.
What is the Gareth monoflap dressage saddle?
The Gareth Monoflap dressage saddle was designed in consultation with 2014 WEG team silver medalist Gareth Hughes. This saddle is designed to maximize the rider’s connection and closeness with the horse without sacrificing adjustability.
What is a Spencer monoflap dressage saddle?
The Spencer Monoflap dressage saddle was designed in consultation with Olympic medalist Spencer Wilton. This saddle features a wider and more open seat for riders who prefer either more room in the seat, or a more relaxed dressage position. The seat is also more forward to precisely align the rider over the horse’s center of balance.
What are Fairfax saddles flocked with?
All Fairfax saddles are flocked with 100% pure British wool. The panels of Performance-line saddles are also lined with Prolite, which improves pressure distribution. The Prolite lining still allows these saddles to be traditionally flocked and adjusted by a saddle fitter.
What is the Fairfax performance dressage girth?
The Fairfax Performance Dressage girth has been designed, tested and scientifically proven using pressure mapping and gait analysis. The girth is handmade in Walsall, England, and constructed from luxuriously soft and supple English leather. The contoured shape avoids pinching or pressure on the sensitive area behind the elbow.