HP SWINGING FENDER SADDLE

Two Client Designed Special Order Saddles. Most impressive.

HP SWINGING FENDER SADDLE (Bringing Value to my Clients)

 
6/9/11

SHORT BACKED HORSES

I have received many enquires about larger People riding smaller Horses, thus causing Saddles to fit on the Loins of Horses. I have been working on this.

* New Swinging Fender with a shorter back, to drop the normal size of a Rider, down one size of Saddle whilst fitting the posterior.

* This style has also been adapted to fit the flatter backed Horses like Cobs, QH, Haflinger and so on. (With little wither.)

* These require 'Special Order' 3-4 Weeks

26/12/11

HI John & Linda

Hope you guys had a great Christmas and New Year, We tried the saddle out on a little 13.2hh pony and it fitted fine, she rode well in it.

  best wishes Lana

13.2hh Welsch Cob.

10/1/12

Mr HP, been meaning to email you. I just love my saddle to bits! I even did my dressage lesson in it last week, mainly just to shit my instructor, who is a notorious 'rider position Nazi.' The whole lesson she couldn't fault my
position: legs, seat, toes.... I kept asking her and she had to admit, "your position is rock solid."

Everyone else down the stables is drooling over my little saddle. Best thing about a 14" is most times you don’t have to share it cause aint too many people my size who can fit it!!!!

The saddle fits my 17yr old Q/horse x T'bred a treat...even his dippy off side shoulder. The saddle blanket is a rippa up here too. Just hose it off And not so think that it adds any extra heat. When you're riding in 40+ degree weather it's something you just have to consider. I really like that the saddle blanket allows the saddle to fit close to his back and ensure a snug fit.

Thanks again for caring enough and then taking the time to have these beauties made. Its appreciated.

Hope ya having a good one.

Regards,

Danee Finckh
'Stitched Up Embroidery'
Ph 08 9168 1332
Fax 08 9168 1323
mobile 0417 707 266
www.stitchedupembroidery.com.au
 

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LEG POSITION

Many Half Breed Saddles still put your Legs out the front like the old Australian Stock Saddle. Mine are set as I like to train Dressage as well. (Pics from 10/10 Perth Clinic)

(old model shown)

For my Australian customers: $1395. incl $120 fittings and gst.

Fittings are:

 WESTERN BACK CINCH AND STIRRUPS.

AUSTRALIAN BUYERS (straight out Purchase) Size 14 inch $1,395.00 15 inch $1,395.00 16 inch $1,395.00 17 inch $1,395.00 Colour Black Brown Special Order   DEPOSIT BUTTON (layby only) Lay BY: 6 months (Australian Clients only) Size brown $270.00 black $270.00 special order $270.00 Size 14 inch 15 inch 16 inch 17 inch comments	INTERNATIONAL BUYERS (straight out Purchase)   Express Post International ($200 freight) Size 14 inch $1,395.00 15 inch $1,395.00 16 inch $1,395.00 17 inch $1,395.00 Colour Brown Black Special Order Express Courier International ($274.75 freight) Size 14 inch $1,395.00 15 inch $1,395.00 16 inch $1,395.00 17 inch $1,395.00 Colour Brown Black Special Order
LAYBY PERIODICAL PAYMENT BUTTON  ($200) $100

FITTING

I wanted a saddle that would fit most Horses. I have tested it on most Horses.

• The high withered aged Thoroughbred.
  
   

• To the Riding Pony
  
   

• To the Warmblood
  

• To the Well Built
  

• To the Clydie

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SPECIAL ORDERS

The Sky is the Limit here. 5 weeks delivery. Here is a recent one.

Hi John,
The saddle fits great on my filly, and is comfortable and easy to ride in.
Love the colours, rough out and leather pattern. A great quality saddle thank you.
I've attached a couple of photos, it started to get dark so only got a couple. :) Thanks Again Claire
 

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SIZE OF POSTERIOR

Size 14 inch, 15 inch, 16 inch and now 17 inch .

* I am 5'11" and 78kg. I ride in a 14 inch. The measurement around by buttocks and hips is 40 inches. The measurement around my upper thigh is 22 inches.

Upper thigh determines how you can rise trot or not.

Mrs. HP is 5.6 inches high and 55 KG. She is 36 inches around the hips and buttocks. Upper thigh 21.5 inches

Measurements

Horses

• These Saddles fit most Horses (especially now) However, get a piece of fencing wire, bend it over the wither and shoulders of your Horse, draw it onto paper, scan it and email me. I will reverse the process and check that against Saddles and email you with the Photo.

Riders

• If you are wanting to rise trot a lot, your upper thigh measurement is important. I ride in a 14 inch but my upper thigh is 22 inches. That allows me freedom. I want to be in a smaller Saddle for Stickability. You may just be riding quiet Horses, so consider that. You may be a 15 inch around the Rump but if you have had "too much chicken" you may need a 16 inch for rise trotting. Ok?
  
  
   

RETURNS.

The argument would want to be pretty good at this price but I will listen.

GIRTH

My superior upgraded comfort neoprene Girth that Horses vote for. (see here)

Back Cinch. (see here)

Stirrups. (See here)

POSTAGE

Within Australia: $70 incl Insurance and Rego

**Approx $200 Air Courier International

Enjoy the comfort ad security of a non self emptying saddle If you are getting on 'Green Horses' in English Saddles, I admire your grit :) I don't have that much.

* Now let's talk about Horse comfort.

I am always being asked the question about Horses that attempt to bite or cow kick during the girthing up process. That means of course that they are telling you something.

Have a read of this

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• Monkey strap here

F.A.Q.

Is the saddle guaranteed?

Not at this price. Give me $3250 and you are welcome :)

Is there layby?

Yes. Deposit $200 and min $100 per month (Button above)

Are there colour options

Yes, you may order a custom made Saddle. One Month roughly. (send photos of what you want)

What is the quality like

Better than all imported Saddles and not far short of Ozzie.

Can they be sent Internationally.

Yes. Express Courier

Are there returns

Like most Shops, I won't entertain ridiculous excuses. Genuine proved one's I shall.

How do I treat the Saddle

Oil heavily first and upkeep regularly Cleaning first and then with a Saddle cream or conditioner.

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Letters

18th July, 2010
Hi John

I oiled my saddle and went for a short ride this afternoon on my chestnut gelding QH. We only went out for about 5kms, but had a few good long trots about 500m in length. He was really relaxed and happy in it, no tinkering steps, so it is not restricting his shoulders at all. I felt really secure and confident, I would have gone longer but it was nearly dusk buy the time I got organized, so had to turn around and come home, as the block is 14kms.

This is the first time in ages that I have gone out on my own, and I also felt confident trotting on a loose rein. Of late I have needed the security of contact at the trot, but this time all my trots were on a loose rein. We even had a couple of strides of canter, and I didn’t freak and just asked him to go back to trot!!

I am going on a trail ride tomorrow Mt Pleasant to Tungkillo (approx 15kms) with a riding group, so will see how he goes on a longer ride, but I am sure he will be fine.

Can’t believe I have found a half breed saddle that fits my hard to fit horse (as I was told that I would probably have to get a custom made saddle for him).

Thanks again. You are right it is a confidence booster.

Regards

Gina
 

Dear John,
 
I received the saddle and my horses like it as well as I. Your web site advice and your tack continue to impress me. I am also so glad to hear that Mrs. Horseproblems is getting back on her feet. I am sure that there is a world of prayers sent her way. Certainly from myself and my family.
 
About the saddle, I would highly recommend them. My very hard to fit Arab wears it just fine. It also fits several other  different size horses that I am working with. It seams to me that poor construction quality coupled with artificial needs of specific disciplines has put allot of bad saddles on the market. Yours on the other hand has matched good horsemanship with good quality. I would say that your saddle is great for tough horses in good conditions, and great for good horses in tough conditions, and what I want with a tough horse in tough conditions.
 
Sincerely
 
Phil Secor
Seattle WA USA

Hi John,

Received the saddle and other tack. I have to say, this saddle is superb! I have used it on three of my horses and it's great. I love it! I know now why you make such comments about working green horses and breakers in an English or dressage saddle. There is no comparison to the security and comfort that your saddle brings. I had a mare shy on me while using your saddle for the first time and I didn't feel a thing, no loss of balance and therefore no loss of timing, was able to carry on unfazed. If i had been in my dressage or all-purpose I would have needed some time to get centered again.

I recommend this saddle to EVERYONE that is riding in an English or dressage saddle for pleasure or for training. HP knows what he's talking about!

Another thing I'd like to mention, to all those ladies over 40 that may be suffering from loss of confidence.

Firstly, GET ONE OF HP'S SADDLES. This saddle will give you security where your English saddles do not. HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!

Cath

in Canada

Hi Mr HP

I thought I would send a short message to let you know how happy I am with my new saddle.

My boy Dan has always been tense for a short while when saddled. I usually walk him some distance ,
gradually tightening the girth as we go, before mounting.

I am rapt to say that we have now ridden in the saddle about 8 times & there has been no feeling of him tensing.
He moves off with a regular rythm & a big strong walk straight after being saddled. He is a different horse.

I'm feeling pretty comfy & secure too.

Cheers
Leanne

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Hi John



Just wanted to let you know that the saddle arrived safely and was unwrapped with much excitement and care. It now sits on the back of our couch as I can’t bear to put it in the shed with the others. I am getting the most out of the new leather smell and looking at it everyday.



I’ve ridden in it several times already and I thought it might take a bit of getting used to, like most saddles would, but no it is the most comfortable saddle I’ve ever sat in. The quality of the leather is unreal, I haven’t seen leather like that in over 10 years and was starting to think I may never see it again.



I have attached a photo of me in the saddle on my thoroughbred mare Duchess. I thought I would not put the back girth on for the first ride and let her get used to the straps hanging down, I needn’t of worried as she was fine with them and then the girth the next day. Please excuse my closed eyes, oh and yes I know my stirrups were too long, I had already adjusted them once and we were only walking so couldn’t be bothered getting off to do them again. She’s a big horse to climb onto. Feel free to post this letter and photo on your website.



We had a trail ride at our property on the weekend and everyone got to see the saddle and all commented on how nice it is.



Anyway enough dribble from me, just wanted to thank you so much for the great saddle and for getting it to me so quickly. I couldn’t be happier with my purchase.



Kim

7/2/2010

Gday John saddle whent really well!God it puts you in the perfect position!Almost like cheating.Reckon would be lots more comfortable for horse.No gith marks that got with stocksadle.Thought there would be a d ring on girth so i just tied /made a loop type not to put off side girth srtap in to begin pulley system.Sooo much better than fighting to find o hole thats never in the right position[no jokes please]Yeah you can adjust it any subtle amount,good stuff.Felt as if could really feel his back ie up down at walk and round /sucking pu under me in canter.I swear after only 3 days his shape is more sleek yet muscly[is that a word?]Before he was starting to get a real chunky look especially at front of hind quarter,now hind end looks longer but with muscle definition.I believe it is because he is going round in circle work with more sort of bounce .Just feels lighter and easier!Closer to riding bareback.Once youve been in one of these could never go back.Obviously the weight distribution is so much better for them[horses],if they could talk they would all be telling humans to only use fender saddles!Cheers Michael
 

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