“I have found that his paces, engagement and contact have all improved along with my balance, security and position.”
“I first found out about SMART Saddles during research towards my BHS Stage 4 Care exam. Over the years, I have struggled to find a saddle that I am 100% happy with, due to my horse’s wide shoulders, lack of wither and constantly changing shape...
Upgrading to the SMART Native Jump saddle gives rider support tackling bigger fences whilst maintaining comfort and freedom for Super-cob, Ronnie Rocket.
“Having struggled to find a saddle that fitted both me and my new horse, I was recommended to try SMART Saddles. I can honestly say it was one of my best purchases.
He’s a young horse and there is a long way to go but I’m delighted with the SMART saddle and how much it is helping him gain confidence in how he can move.
My Arab x Welsh, Merri, has always been a difficult shape for saddle fitting due to her flat wither and being croup high and wide loin. I thought for a long time before investing in a SMART Saddle, but I am so pleased that I did.
It was not love at first sight, but as soon as I sat in the SMART saddle, I rapidly changed my mind – it was so comfortable and it just felt, right! The difference is just amazing, and I feel like I can ride again!
My pony, Fran, is my life, and I would do anything for her to keep her heathy, comfortable and happy. I cannot tell you how the SMART Saddle has revolutionised my riding life. I now know that I can go forward with Fran and my endurance adventures, in confidence, without having the constant worry about the saddle.
“As an ex-racehorse, he unfortunately came with slight imbalances from racing injuries. But I feel like SMART Saddles really work with those imbalances rather than fighting against them like I used to find with traditional saddles.”
The SMART Saddle has allowed Dales x Clydesdale Cob to grow and develop through his dressage career without having to change saddle.
“Finding a saddle to fit Highlands is quite difficult. When asking the Highland fraternity, a few people spoke highly of the SMART Saddles, so we thought we would try one”.
An equine bodyworker recommended SMART Saddles to me and I am so grateful that I ended up getting one here in the USA; it has been a wonderful experience. I don’t know if any other saddle on the market could fit both my long withered Paint and round Gypsy cob!
“There are no other saddles that I have come across that have the innovation and science behind them in terms of how these saddles can really flex with the horse and how the horse can flex back and therefore change shape. I am confident that, with the guidance of my SMART Advisor, the SMART saddle fits all year round, no matter the season and his fitness level.”
"An Equine Therapist and bit and bridle fitter, I have used SMART Saddles on a range of horses since 2011, and find them to be the most comfortable saddles I have sat in. When rehabilitated correctly, a horse's muscle can change and develop on a weekly basis, and the fact that you can change the fit of a SMART saddle so easily allows the horse to really strengthen up through the back and shoulder."
“Welfare and scientific research are extremely high priorities for me, and it is reassuring to know that so much care has gone into the development of the saddle range, both for horse and rider safety, and comfort.”
“ So many people around us have commented how much happier Tino is, how free he is in front and how much my position has improved. I feel more secure and can feel how much more Tino stretches out. He’s stopped dropping below the vertical in front and doesn’t buck his way into canter... AND the saddle doesn’t tip to one side. It moulds to him and doesn’t move.”
“In all the years I have owned and trained cobs, I have finally found a saddle which suits them, that is secure, comfortable and affordable. With having a cob with PSSM1, my priority is Shelby being comfortable whilst under saddle. I feel totally safe and secure in my SMART Elite Dressage saddle. Hand on my heart, SMART saddles are the only saddle I will use for my boys!”
“I love how versatile SMART Saddles are, and how one saddle can fit my ever-changing Thoroughbreds, my 16.3hh Irish Sport Horse, or any ponies I ride at work. They’re super comfy and I love how they look on my horses as well. ”
Noah is constantly changing shape and growing, as well as changing weight throughout the seasons. Using a SMART saddle was the best decision we could have made for him - it’s made a huge difference to his way of going.
“They have both been used on a massive range of ponies and horses, from small round cobs to big thoroughbreds, and from backing to advanced work. I can also say I have never had horses with happier backs. In 7 years, I have never had a saddle related back problem, even when working at the top of their game or putting in a lot of hours. To me, this is outstanding”
I had struggled for years with my traditional treed saddle and muscle wastage on my Lusitano Mare, Chuva. Regular checks and adjustments were done but nothing seemed to help, and she often used to have tightness over her back.
“As soon as we tried the SMART VSD saddle, Arthur started to move freely as I knew he should have done before. It is the first ever saddle he'd not been afraid to round his back up into - for the first time in years I was riding in the way I was trained but without having to strive for it every stride.”
I can’t believe how much he’s changed in this saddle. His ears are now pricked when working, he feels so much freer in front and relaxed over his back.
On trying the SMART Elite Dressage saddle, I instantly felt a difference in Lady; she was more free in her movement and felt more forwards. I decided to try the saddle for a week so we could use it at British Dressage training.
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I spoke to a very experienced saddle fitter who advised me he would be better with a flexible saddle. I decided to try a SMART NATIVE GP
Since getting our SMART Elite GP saddle, Breah has so much freedom through her shoulder and is determinedly marching out across all terrains, uphill...
Unleash the potential of the SMART Saddle, propelling Pie and I to become a formidable competitive duo, inspiring people worldwide.
Discover the ultimate comfort of our saddle rental, as Holly found it to be a perfect fit during her trial period.
I purchased my, SMART Elite Jump saddle in December 2022 and it’s safe to say that it has been the best decision.
Not only is it comfortable and secure for the rider, but it also gives her the freedom of movement through her shoulders
I am just a happy hacker and Jack was given to me by a good friend. I moved him to a new yard and decided to get a fitted saddle.
I honestly thought I was going to have to retire her & now I see a future again – my SMART™ Native Dressage saddle was worth every penny.
Bobby has been ridden in a SMART™ Dressage saddle since April and has really developed through his back and paces since then.
I am grateful to SMART Saddle for putting time into developing these saddles and making them accessible to everyone across all sports
Sue van Eyle, a SMART investment well worth pursuing. With online fitting advice and after only a couple of rides, that Skip was already much happier.
Rodney is a retired racehorse that we bought in August 2020 for my daughter Ruby. He was pretty much unschooled but so willing and sweet natured
We made the switch to the SMART Elite Dressage saddle; his whole front end came up and he was next level to ride. Long story short, I was mind blown!
I have been a practicing human and equine therapist for over 23 years. I noticed SMART Saddles many years ago. My opinions on anything equestrian
It can be difficult to find the right saddle for the right horse under normal circumstances. Add into the mix rehab for PSD, changing of shape
Shirley Kennedy lives in Perth, Western Australia, and have a 12 year old short and flat-backed, very wide Connemara gelding and have struggled with saddles
I now have a SMART™ PRO VSD saddle and the fit is great both for Ebony and for me, especially with the adjustable knee and thigh blocks
The SMAR saddle is amazing! It fits Hugo perfectly all the time, so putting on or losing the odd pound doesn’t matter and, as he’s changing shape
I got my first SMART saddle 2 years ago after having numerous issues with fitting a treed saddle to my cob; constant reflocks and needing a new saddle
SMART™ Elite Dressage saddle has radically improved my Warmbloods movement through his back. We have now been selected to represent Scotland.
After struggling for years of finding, fitting and funding saddles for the wide variety of horses and ponies we currently have at HAPPA.
This is Asbo, a 14.2hh, hairy chestnut cob. I bought him 2 years ago, a few months after he’d been backed - I’m a novice rider and he was a novice horse.
I just want to say how pleased I am with my new SMART™ PRO VSD saddle for my horse, Daisy Duckling. I am starting endurance on Daisy next season
As a Ride with Your Mind Biomechanics Coach and Masterson Method bodyworker I appreciate the importance of correct rider balance and comfort for the horse.
"It is such a relief to ride out with the knowledge that my new SMART™ saddle is not restricting my horse’s movement or causing her any discomfort."
For years I have struggled with saddle fit for my ever-changing Haflinger. Eventually, our saddle fitter recommended we try a flexible saddle.
Following a trial with a SMART PRO VSD saddle, I was completely in love with it, as were both my horses! I can’t put into words how delighted I am
I am a serial saddle buyer. For the last ten years I have been constantly buying saddles for my 14hh rescue cob, Bob, to try to get the perfect fit.
I have a 5-year-old part Dales x Clydesdale Gypsy cob gelding who I have had since a foal. He was backed by myself but he was forever changing shape
As an adult rider on a pony it was always going to be tricky to find saddles to suit us both, but to add insult to injury the pony also changed shape
Robbie has started the 2021 event season using his new SMART Elite jump saddle. He really likes the feel of the close contact and his balance
I have ridden in my SMART GP saddle for 6 years and it is as good today as the day I bought it. It has been used on everything from my number one horse
A saddle story from size 2 Native GP saddle to the size 5 SMART Elite Jump saddle, Robbie, and each of his horses and ponies
I knew straight away that the SMART VSD saddle was going to be ours. It was available on a 2-week trial which is a great idea and a perfect chance
She is beautifully built with large powerful shoulders that can be an issue when trying to find a saddle to fit.
I’ve owned my SMART Dressage saddle for almost one year and I cannot believe the difference it has made to myself and my pony.
I liked the idea of trying a flexible saddle that would allow my youngster to move freely whilst still growing, but also fit me well.
I was amazed at how secure and comfortable I felt while still being able to actually feel Wanda moving properly for the first time.
My horse, Billy, has EPSM as well as hock arthritis. At the early part of the year he was regularly tying up, sore and lacked condition.
We are both enjoying our work so much; he is so much freer in his movement and doesn’t feel restricted.
Having bought a just-backed 4 year-old Connemara as a prospective show jumping pony, we were, in need of a new saddle. With lots of growing to do
The flexible nature of the SMART saddle allows his large shoulder to move freely and for me the comfort is great.
Being able to have a 'proper' saddle whilst not having to worry about it not fitting in 6 months time is a real bonus.
I would recommend SMART Saddles unreservedly for all aspects of riding, from happy hackers to high level competition riders.
Eat, Sleep, Ride CIC would like to say a massive thank you to SMART Saddles for making a product that will last our riding school horses a lifetime.
Louie is a Welsh cross, 15.2hh, 9 yr old gelding and I have owned him for two years. He has been a complete joy in every way.
I’ve always loved riding in a dressage saddle and when I bought my narrow four year old, I didn’t think it would be worth buying one for him
I have had my little mare, Honey, for one year and during that time I have really struggled to find a saddle to fit us both.
Emma had only positive results since trying a SMART PRO Dressage saddle. Horse - Cassie, 16.1hh, Holsteiner mare. Schooling at Elementary Dressage.
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