Horse Tack & Saddles

I just bought a wintec 2000 AP saddle to show with but the saddle seems to have a higher back than the photo suggested. I know the rules for hunt seat say the back should be flat and I was unsure if this qualified. If you look at at a straight on photo off yahoo image search you should be able to see the hight, the cantle is about 3 1/2 to 4 inches higher than the pommel. thanks

I can tell you right now that I’ve never been to a show (Hunt Seat) where this saddle was used. You’re right, in terms that it probably won’t be a legal show saddle, depending on what show circuit you’re on. Local might let you use it, but anything above that probably won’t.

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im about 5′3 and i need a new saddle, is this a good idea to purchase?

Wintecs are the best synthetic saddles i think. I had that exact same one and it was awesome. Easy to clean and comfortable. Just make sure that it fits your horse. My horse could have used the full-quarter horse bars (we picked the wrong size) but other than that it was great. You’ll probably need about a 15 in seat I’d guess that’s what size I had and I’m about your size. Wintecs are very sturdy and withstand anything you throw at them. Just wipe away the dirt and mud and its back to new!

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I’m getting a new saddle(old one from my lease horse doesnt fit my own horse). And im thinking of getting the Wintec 500 w/ CAIR. I’ve read reviews saying its a awesome saddle. But i need more info. Or i might get the western one instead. Im not sure yet.

I have ridden in wintec saddles before and I think they are okay. But I personally like the leather saddles. I think it’s great that wintecs have the changeable gullet system, though that can sometimes lead to a weak structure. They are great for a beginner, since they are so cheap for an english saddle. Though I would not get them.

Just depends on your personally style and comfort of a saddle. If you like snythetic english saddles, go for the wintec. But, if you have ridden in a leather english or western saddle, just compare the comfort of each saddle.

Good luck finding a new saddle!

When i first started riding with a trainer, I rode english. That was on my 14.3 hand arab mare, and her saddle is really small. I went and bought an english saddle set off of ebay for my 15.4h, narrow QH mare. The bridle is too small with her winter coat, and almost too small with her summer coat. The saddle is really high up off of the wither, and I’m sure I got the wrong size. I think she wears a size 36 english girth, and that doesn’t work with the size 15 saddle. Is it true that english saddles are two sizes smaller than western, because my western is 15? Also, what is the best way to fit an english girth, saddle, and bridle? I need one for regular classes, dressage, and hunter classes. I would like to fit one for my QH mare and my 1 1/2 year old appendix qh, that should be about 16 hh full grown. He does the same classes, so probably a close contact. Last, Where is the best, most affordable place to purchase the tack once i get the size? thanks!
Need a price range (hopefully) under 400…..thanks again!

NO! english saddles are two sizes LARGER than western saddles. to find your seat size…simply:
take a straight line from the saddle "nail" to the center of the cantle. this will measure saddle to the size. 17 and 17.5" are the normal saddle sizes, while 18" is for a little larger rider. when you purchase one, "N" is narrow, "M” is medium, "W" is wide, and "XW" is extra wide. you may also want to make a template of your horse’s wither. you can easily do this with a bendable wire 20" long. basically, you’re going to form fit your horse’s wither where the saddle will be sitting. then, transfer the horse’s fitting wire to a piece of paper by tracing it. you may also want to bring a picture of your horse’s back along with you to the shop.

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How do you like it, is it comfortable for the horse and rider. Any comments on durability and quality of different brands would be great!

Also, any comments on synthetic bridles, reins, girths etc.

Thanks!

I use a wintec saddle and it is ace. Its dead easy to look after and after a days hunt when its covered in mud i just hose it off no saddle soap or anything just a hose and leave it to dry in the sun. Also i have used leather before but i find that synthetic lasts longer and is much more flexible. Also it isnt damaged by exposer to the rain and then sun. I also get really good performance out of my horse with the saddle and she doesnt struggle at all. It s brilliant also becaus it has a changeable gullet so when she puts on weight i dont have to have it re flocked i just chnge the gullet which is great for the summer/winter weight gain and loss.

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I’m looking to buying a English Wintec Saddle with the adjustable gullet system. Before I buy I would like some feed back on it. Is it comfortable? Do the different gullets fit all types of horses? Is it slippery or easy to group to (it appears to be slippery in the pic)?
Any input would be great!

I’ve owned BOTH kinds and the leather ones are still with me. In the early 90’s I traded a set of corner plates for a Wintec Sport and grant it, it was a GREAT saddle, BUT the difference in sitting in one vs my now 40 year old Stubben Siegfried is like the difference between owning a Saturn and trying to compare it to a Mercedes. Let’s see if the Wintec holds up to the standards of a Stubben nearly 40 years later.

Our reasoning behind this is that a synthetic, no matter how they make ‘em has no "GIVE", that’s one of the reasons for the interchangable gullets in the saddles of the Wintecs. I can honestly say in the decades of owning my Siegfried (Stubben), I’ve NEVER had it on a horse it didn’t fit and I’ve owned a LOT of different sized/breeds of horses. From WIDE Quarter Horses to Narrow TBs and even a couple of Arabs.

If you’re limited on funds, then try e-bay and find a good used saddle.

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