The View from the Saddle
Lesley McGill is both an independent saddle fitter and rider. During the past two decades, she’s gone from being a top level eventer to a fully immersed dressage rider and back to an eventer. Lesley combines both the science and application of riding and saddle fitting to create a unique perspective on the dynamics between equestrian and equine.
Read Lesley’s posts to learn more.
Bucket Filling Tips & Tricks
Have you ever accidentally flooded your paddock or left a hose running for hours because you got distracted and forgot all about it? Be honest! Every horse person or farm worker has done this at least once. Here’s a trick to help you remember.
Saddle Panels 101: Air Panels
Part 5 in a 5-part series: Discover why air panels have benefits and drawbacks when it comes to your English-style saddle.
Saddle Panels 101: Swiss & Hybrid Panels
Part 4 in a 5-part series: These common panel types offer many advantages and a few fallbacks. Read more to learn more.
Saddle Panels 101: Wool-Flocked Panels
Part 3 in a 5-part series: Wool-flocked panels offer the most adjustability for a better fit to your horse’s back. They do come with some requirements though. Read to learn more.
Saddle Panels 101: Foam Panels
Part 2 in a 5-part series: Learn the pros and cons on foam panels in your English-style saddle.
Saddle Panels 101: Introduction
Part 1 in a 5-part series: In an English-style saddle, panels are the part of the saddle that sits on the horse’s back. Let’s look at the pros and cons of each so you understand the differences.
Saddle Maintenance
Properly caring for and storing your saddle can add to the life of this valuable investment. Here’s some things to consider.
What to Expect at your Saddle Fitting Consultation
Your saddle fitting will begin with a personal consultation where I will be able to get to know you and your horse’s needs better.
The Saddle Fitting Process
When I’m working on your saddle, I truly have you and your horse’s best interest in mind. It’s my job to help guide you into making the right choice for your horse with regards to its saddle fit.
Book A Saddle Fitting
Saddle fittings offered throughout BC, including Vancouver Island, and across Alberta, with my fully equipped cube van, SAM.
Meet SAM: Saddles and More
Saddle fittings offered throughout BC, including Vancouver Island, and Alberta, with my fully equipped cube van, SAM.
Reach Us
Phone
778.240.9072
info(at)thesaddledoctor.ca