SHOW saddle

[asbisforlovers]

Hey! OK, I'm looking for a nice cutback saddle that I can show in. Do you have any good sites, or links?? I dont have a $ limit..cuz I saved all my $ for this lol..
Oh, and I was wondering. Is it ok to school, and pratice in a show saddle? Thanks

[butterfly]

The only really nice saddleseat show tack site I know is Hartmeyers. www.hartmeyer.com/

As long as you're very careful not to scratch it, and always use a pad when riding and a cover when not, it's okay to use a show saddle during practice. But if you ever run into a cheap saddle that feels comfortable and fits your horse, I would use it for practice. No pressure for one, though.

[kkmhorselova]

If you buy a nice saddle that you want to use for shows, it ok to use it for practice. Not only will it help break it in, but it would be alot better to show in a saddle that you use all the time instead of a brand new one that your not used to. Just keep it looking brand new and you shouldnt have a problem.

[Emily-Moe]

Showstoppertack.com has a VERY nice economy saddle for under 200...i have it..and its great!

[Machogirl]

I recommend a Shively, either the MMX or the 2000. They are great saddles and probably the most widely known as being used by professionals. Adjustable stirrup bars are a must. Some other good brands are Blue Ribbon, Freedman, and Barnsby. I think it is fine to use a saddle for working and showing. With all of our saddles, we store them in a heated tack room in saddles cases and wipe them off after each use. As long as you take care of a saddle and buy a good one to begin with, it will last you forever. You can also buy a seat cover to protect it while you work and train.

This is the Shively MMX. I like it, but personally prefer the 2000.
www.ehorseequipment.com/detail.asp?id=731

That site has many other good saddles for sale also.

Another place is Schneider's (http://www.sstack.com)