Expert guides on saddle sizing, saddle fit, western vs English saddles, trail and barrel saddles, and caring for leather tack, from the saddlers at Indus Saddlery.
Saddle Fit · 7 min read
A seat that is too small pushes you against the cantle; too big and you slide around. Here is how to measure a saddle seat correctly and pick your size.
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Buying Guides · 6 min read
Horn or no horn is just the start. Compare how western and English saddles are built, how they ride, and which style suits your riding.
Saddle Fit · 8 min read
A saddle that fits the rider but not the horse causes soreness and behaviour problems. Here is how to check tree width, gullet clearance and bar fit.
Buying Guides · 6 min read
Long days on the trail reward a saddle built for comfort. Here is what to look for in a trail saddle, and what you can skip.
Leather Care · 6 min read
Clean leather lasts decades. Follow this routine to clean, condition and store your saddle and bridle so the leather stays supple and strong.
Our Craft · 6 min read
Sialkot is one of the world's great leatherworking cities. Here is how our saddles are made, and how to tell a quality saddle from a cheap one.
Saddle Fit · 6 min read
Pony, cob, horse or oversize? How to measure your horse for a bridle, halter and girth, and pick the right stirrup leather length.
Buying Guides · 5 min read
Barrel saddles trade bulk for security in tight turns. Here is what separates a good barrel racing saddle from a western saddle with a deep seat.
Leather Care · 4 min read
New leather is stiff. A little conditioning and a few rides will soften it; here is how to speed that up without damaging the saddle.
