Rope Strap: Attaching It To The Saddle

I’ve had a few questions about the rope strap and how it attaches to the saddle. So I asked my friend and Dillon, Montana-based saddle maker, Ross Miller, to provide some more in-depth information.
From Ross:
A typical cross-over rope strap is between 36” and 48” long, based on riders preference. A good standard is about 42” [...]

How To Carry a Western Saddle

Western saddles can be quite heavy and a challenge to manage for the shorter and less strong among us.

But, before you give up and turn to one of the really light weight saddles that won’t last as long and won’t be nearly as comfortable as a traditional western saddle, let me give you [...]

The Cinching Stretch

After you’ve finished tightening your cinch (Make sure to read about the proper way to cinch a horse), there’s one more step to ensure your horse’s comfort and prevent saddle sores. That’s the Cinching Stretch.
Lift and gradually stretch each front leg out in front as far as your horse will allow. If you’re doing this [...]

Savvy On-Saddle Cinch Storage Technique

Do you ever find yourself carrying your saddle with the cinch dragging on the ground? This is a problem worth solving and, fortunately, easily solved.
Many people just simply throw their latigo and cinch over the their saddle seat when unsaddling. While this is an easy technique, it’s not a very savvy one. The straps can [...]

Can You Oil a Saddle Too Much?

The answer to this important question is an emphatic YES.
Over time, excessive application of oil will break down the fibers in the leather and weaken it. Leather does need oil, but much less than most folks think. Applying a good coat of oil once a year will usually be sufficient.
On the other hand, there’s no [...]

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