What are K panels on a saddle?

K” Panel. Even deeper than the Trapezius Panel, this panel is for a high or ‘shark fin’ wither, as it fills an even greater area and is deeper under the front half of the saddle. It is made to provide greater depth and therefore balance for horses that have a downhill or narrow wither but larger shoulders.

What is a half panel saddle?

Half Panel (Owen Panel) The padded area only extends at the front to cover the points of the saddle. This leaves more room for the shoulder blade to rotate and is an option we recommend for certain horse types.

Are Black Country saddles wool flocked?

Each Black Country saddle is handmade in Walsall, England, and features Black Country’s own wood-laminated spring trees (which carry a 10-year guarantee), 100% wool flocking, fine English leathers, and expert craftsmanship.

What is a mono flap saddle?

A monoflap saddle (Fig 1) has a single flap with the girth straps emerging on its underside and the stirrup leathers lying on the outside. Advantages that have been ascribed to the monoflap saddle include a reduction in saddle weight and closer contact between the rider’s leg and the horse’s ribcage.

How do I know if my wool saddle is flocked?

Wool flocked saddles are often heavier than foam saddles due to the amount of material used. Some riders also feel that they are further from the horse in a wool-flocked saddle than in a foam paneled saddle.

What are blocks on an English saddle?

What is under the flap of an English saddle? Knee Block:The knee block is a solid element that provides support to the leg. These can be found as removable and adjustable to place in the correct position for specific riders as well as stationary.

Can you ride without a half pad?

This can save you from having to buy new saddles frequently as he grows out of his old ones. Once your horse stops growing or gets back into shape, you may be able to ride him without the saddle pad.

Where are county saddles made?

England
I love to design for clients who think that a saddle can’t make a huge difference in soundness and performance,” said Gene Freeze, owner and designer of County Saddlery Inc., the custom saddle-manufacturing firm based in England.

What is a hoop saddle tree?

HOOP TREE: a broader and low profile tree with inverted ‘U’ shape head and slightly flatter through the body. Offering a slightly wider gullet and flatter rails often works well on profiles of Baroque, Draught, Native and some heavier old style Warmbloods.

Why do eventers use Monoflap saddles?

Monoflap horse saddle, a custom jumping saddle This saddle provides even more contact and comfort to the rider’s legs. The blocks are designed to allow more control especially during cross country. While the monoflap saddle is very popular among eventers, it is also a great horse saddle for showjumping.

Should I get a Monoflap saddle?

The biggest difference between a monoflap and a traditional saddle, IMO, is the girth placement. A monoflap uses a short girth while the traditional flap uses a longer girth that fits under your leg. A lot of riders prefer the monoflap as they feel closer to their horse without the bulk of the girth under their leg.