Susan Caldwell

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Fit Tips: About Pads

Susan Caldwell August 16, 2016

Your saddle pad is an important element for saddle fit. The spine and loin must be protected and pressure points avoided. The rider must understand that the musculoskeletal system of the horse transforms throughout a lifetime. Age, exercise and seasonal changes will change saddle fit. Transitioning from a hay diet during the Winter to a […]

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Cold Weather Colic in Horses

Susan Caldwell 0 Comment January 27, 2016

During cold weather horses are at a higher risk for this terrifying complication: cold weather colic. Horses need to drink adequate amounts of water (minimum 4 gallons) each day to prevent impaction. Impaction can occur from a variety of reasons, typically the combination of insufficient water intake, dry food and lack of exercise. Water Intake […]

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“I’ve been really happy with my FreeGait saddle for the past several years. My Rocky Mountain gaited horse moves more freely in it, compared to a number of other saddles I’ve tried. And the seat was surely comfortable. But THIS SEAT, the Ultimate Trail, takes comfort to new heights!!! The day after I got it, we did an endurance ride and I was amazed at the difference. Thank you, Paulita, for your dedication to creating this excellent upgrade for my FreeGait! I’m attaching a photo of us near the finish line. . . .see the happy horse and rider!”
–Trish Broersma

“Just wanted to give you a little Svenna update- she has changed SO MUCH since I bought the freeform. Her back looks incredible. Really, her whole body has muscled up properly because she can get over the back and really work.

"I love riding in it (more balanced than my $4000 custom saddle ever was), although it probably took a solid two or three months to get the panels and stirrups placed juuuust right. Now it's absolutely perfect. Svenna loves it, too. She moves out great in it.

"I ended up putting the panels pretty far back and with a very wide spinal channel. It is super balanced and stable on her very round back- I can even get on from the ground if I absolutely have to. I also like how the front part of the panel fills in under my knee; it makes the saddle fit me a bit better and more securely. It took a lot of fussing to figure out this arrangement, I tried lots of different pads and panel placements, but I'm very happy with the result. Her sweat marks have also been great with this arrangement." READ THE WHOLE STORY..”
–Catherine Bingham