The Saddle Me saddle fitting process begins with a detailed initial consultation, where you contact us either by phone or via an online form. First, you fill out a questionnaire that gathers essential information about you, your horse, and your previous experiences with saddles. This includes details such as your riding discipline, height and weight, as well as your horse’s breed, age, and build. Health issues like kissing spines or rib fractures are also important to note. Additionally, the questionnaire covers the horse’s saddle history, breaks in training, and the use of pads, saddle cloths, or girths. A preliminary check of rideability is essential to ensure that your horse is healthy and sound for the saddle fitting.

During the on-site appointment, you bring along all relevant equipment such as pads, saddle cloths, and girths. We analyze your horse in person to assess its movement and anatomy and to identify any physical limitations. The horse is evaluated not only while standing but especially in motion, as this is crucial for an individualized saddle fitting. Together, we discuss both your preferences and your horse’s, for example, whether specific saddle pads are preferred.

From our extensive inventory of approximately 350–400 saddles, different models are placed on your horse and tested in motion, with and without pads or saddle cloths. We carefully observe how your horse responds to each saddle, focusing on comfort, freedom of movement, and overall well-being. Once we’ve identified the optimal model for your horse, we also ensure that you are happy with the seat and comfort of the saddle. Only then do we discuss the budget, often recommending a high-quality used saddle over a poorly fitting new one.

Once you and your horse have decided on a new or pre-owned saddle solution from Saddle Me, it is usually ready within just a few days after the individual adjustments have been completed in our workshop, thanks to our large inventory.

Our service does not end with the purchase. We recommend regular check-ups to ensure the saddle continues to fit optimally, especially as your horse’s body changes over time. If you have any questions or issues, or if your horse undergoes significant changes, you can contact us at any time so that we can make any necessary adjustments.

This structured process ensures that both your needs and those of your horse are fully taken into account. A poorly fitted saddle can lead not only to health problems for the horse but also to decreased performance. At the same time, it is essential that you sit securely and comfortably to achieve harmonious communication with your horse. Through detailed preparation during the initial consultation, personalized on-site analysis, and the careful selection of a saddle solution, potential problems can be identified and resolved early on. Ongoing follow-up ensures the saddle continues to fit perfectly, particularly as your horse develops and changes physically.

Overall, the Saddle Me concept offers the best conditions for a healthy, happy horse and optimal performance and comfort for the rider.