What’s the Correct Stirrup Length for Western Stirrups?
August 27, 2006 by Saddle Sense
Filed under Saddle Tips
While personal preference plays a big role in stirrup length, there are some rules of thumb for determining what length you should have your stirrups on a western saddle. This article walks you several methods for setting your stirrup length. Determining Stirrup Length
Western Saddle Buying Guide
August 27, 2006 by Saddle Sense
Filed under Saddle Tips
Buying a western saddle is a major decision and a major investment. Before heading for the store, you really need to do your homework. We walk you through the steps and issues in purchasing a western saddle including the 7 Most Common Saddle Buying Mistakes . Saddle Buying Guide
Western Saddle Seat Size: What Size Am I?
August 27, 2006 by Saddle Sense
Filed under Saddle Tips
Figuring out your seat size would seem to be a relatively easy thing to do. Unfortunately, the lack of construction standards and the wide variations possible in western saddle design make it more of an art than a science. This artlcle explains why determinging your western saddle seat size is so complex. Saddle Seat Size
Squeak. Squeak. Argh. Saddle Squeak Driving You Crazy?
August 24, 2006 by Saddle Sense
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There’s nothing like the squeak of a new saddle to drive you nuts. The good news is that there’s a really simple, quick, and cheap fix to this annoying noise. Saddle Squeak







