Saddle Accessories
Saddle accessories are where you can really make your saddle your own There is an explosion of new products and gadgets on the market that are a lot of fun to explore.

Saddle accessories are where you can really make your saddle your own There is an explosion of new products and gadgets on the market that are a lot of fun to explore.
A well cared for quality saddle can last for a long, long time. Not so with saddle pads. Pads and blankets are one saddle accessory that should be checked and replaced regularly. (…)
In the first installment of our series "Are you a Sissy?", we looked at mounting blocks. Now we turn our attention to seat savers, also known as seat covers, pads, or cushions. (…)
This question comes up a lot. Just how tight should a flank cinch be? Tighter than many people think. (…)
Ever wondered what a roper cinch was and what it was for? Let's clear things up.
A roper cinch is wider in the center than at the ends. (…)
Ideally, the saddle pad's purpose is to protect your saddle from your horse, not your horse from your saddle. (…)
If you shop for saddle covers, you'll find plastic covers for sale in most tack shops. Whoever are making and selling these things sure don't know much about saddles. (…)
Conchos come from the Mexican vaquero tradition and serve both a decorative and a utilitarian role on western saddles. (…)
What are tapadaros? Some folks call them hooded stirrups, but tapadaros has such a nicer ring to it, don't you agree? (…)
Are you a sissy if you use a mounting block to mount your horse? Absolutely not. (…)
Have you ever seen the lists some folks have created of items they think every rider should pack when hitting the trail? Jeepers, these lists are long. They have you ready for anything. (…)
After spending big bucks on our saddle, we're often reluctant to spend more money on accessories. That's why a nice saddle carrier makes a great gift for a western rider. (…)
I've spent a lot of money for my saddle so I'm pretty committed to taking good care of it. (…)
Keeping your saddle pad and blankets in good condition is as important as taking care of your saddle. (…)
Adding sillver trim to a western saddle has a long tradition dating bac to the vaqueros of California. Today, you'll see lots of silver on show and competition saddles. (…)
If you have a little buddy who's not quite ready to ride on their own, a buddy seat may be just the ticket. (…)
Saddlebags are one traditional horse tack item that has been greatly influenced by modern developments. (…)
For some, riding bareback conjures up feelings of freedom and a real connection with their horse. It can be a lot of fun and can really teach you to get in synch with your horse. (…)
Western saddles have always had a purpose beyond carrying a rider. They provided both the saddlemaker and the rider with a surface for expressing themselves through decoration and embellishment. (…)
Saddle pads are a crucial saddle accessory. They can range from a basic wool blanket to a high tech conforming gel pad. To choose the right one for you, you need to understand the basics. (…)