I am not very horse-orientated (I am ashamed to say I am somewhat frightened of them) but I felt very emotional watching Gossamer: she really is extraordinarily beautiful. How lucky you are, and how lucky she is.

@michaelh6289

5 жыл бұрын

Fear not, horses are great.

@auntfanny3266

5 жыл бұрын

@@michaelh6289 Oh, I totally agree! But I am always aware of their size and like to keep a fence between us!

@michaelh6289

5 жыл бұрын

@@auntfanny3266 I've been riding for 58yrs. Check out a local stables. You'll be glad you did

@auntfanny3266

5 жыл бұрын

@@michaelh6289 Thank you. I am lucky enough to live in a very rural area where horses are a big part of everyday life. I shall content myself with admiring their beauty from this side of the fence. 😊

@emmahandy1512

5 жыл бұрын

@@auntfanny3266 in a field I will still stay away from a horse as I don't know their personality, but from behind a fence or at riding stables when you can see what they're like they're very nice to be with. I don't know if you have pet a calm horse but it can be quite relaxing, of course just watching them is nice in itself like fish in an aquarium :)

I am always so pleased to see the care, concern and love you show to your horses. Just as any knight in shining armor ought to do. Every loving "good girl" and "good boy" just seems to do my heart good.

@paulaschroen3954

3 ай бұрын

Seeing the saddle designed for comfort and security, different from shows about competitive riding skill.

I love how you always list your horse in the credits!

@heytheregeorgeygirl

5 жыл бұрын

Paid handsomely with hay for her performance!

I never thought Denethor could be so nice.

@oneparticularlysmartape

5 жыл бұрын

LMFAO!!!

@kayfrenly5460

4 жыл бұрын

The movies made him much, much worse than he was in the books. In fact, iirc he was rather noble and good in the books. I don't think he even died.

@joshuaarcher8577

4 жыл бұрын

@@kayfrenly5460 I'm pretty sure he died in the books as well.

@kayfrenly5460

4 жыл бұрын

@@joshuaarcher8577 He could have. I remember him living though. I read the books 3 times and listened to them once. I should be able to say for sure.. but I can't lol. I recommend them on audiobook if you haven't listened yet. It's like a different experience. Narrator sings to you :)

That saddle looks better fitted than most saddles these days, I often see the front of the tree pinching the withers which in turn traps the nerve (brachial plexus I believe). Gossamer is a gorgeous horse.

@debbylou5729

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I know it’s been r years. The saddle was made for that specific horse, as were the cinches. How astute to think it fits

She looks amazing with the red...suits her very wel :D...

@konradvonschnitzeldorf6506

5 жыл бұрын

red and black goes really well

"Have some hay, sweetheart." Pat, pat. So sweet.

I really love how you can see just by your face as you speak how much you love what you are talking about! Really love the channel! You have given me so much perspective on little things I never even came close to thinking about! Keep up the amazing content and thanks for uploading :)!

@1AGRIPPINAONE

5 жыл бұрын

Gaber, you explained with your words just what I felt whilst watching the video. Love this channel.

These videos do two things to me. They make my heart swell with the beauty of that gorgeous girl and it also makes my heart ache some reminding me of my great Lad that I can no longer ride ! Thanks for sharing and take care. 👍

@ModernKnight

5 жыл бұрын

Lovely sentiments.

All of your horses are beautiful but Gossamer is...wow!

@Gabu_

5 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean, black horses are stunningly beautiful.

@riptherion7193

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, I read a lot of Walter Farley growing up and always have had a soft spot for black horses.

@biggestchungus9032

5 жыл бұрын

I think ghost is the best looking. He's just so muscular and beautiful, he looks like the ideal warhorse.

@blackwater4707

5 жыл бұрын

She is gorgeous!

Red against her black coat! 😍 Again, I love your relationship with your horses. Gossamer is such a terrific lady.

I imagine it will take Gossamer a while to become used to the second girth further back... The red is amazing on her. :)

it is an absolute pleasure seeing you interact with your horses. They are very lucky to have such an amaying owner! And we are lucky to receive these amazing videos. Thank you for your work!

@ModernKnight

4 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

Even though I have no interest in horses, I love listening to you talk about the saddles. Thanks for these videos!

My Goodness Gossamer is magnificent!!!

After seeing the phone in that medival pouch I had the silly idea of a video call on a horseback:"Yes, I'm coming, can't you see me already riding up the hill? You should see me already with my vibrant new saddle! Oh, I bet all the damsels will faint away, YOLO!"

I feel like this should be on the history channel. Very high quality videos.

She looks so stunning in her beautiful red gear...and doesn’t she know it😍

One can see how much your horses love you 😍

What a frisky girl! The way you describe how it feels so deep reminds me of western saddles and despite their size they really do make you feel grounded to the horse. Thanks for another great video!

Firstly, it's awesome Gossamer is in the credits. You're such a wholesome and thoughtful person! I love your insights, they were very thorough and well-thought out, as always. My mother's maiden name was Sattler, and I have to say I'm quite proud, almost, seeing my ancestor's trade craft so lovingly detailed. Thank you. I've always thoroughly enjoyed your channel, and thank you kindly for sharing with us.

@ModernKnight

2 жыл бұрын

I always think the horses should get credits!

@casandrahampton376

2 жыл бұрын

@@ModernKnight I agree! Cheers! I'll always be a subscriber & always eagerly looking towards your next upload!

Hands down the best history show

Beautiful saddle. I'm surprised by the similarities between it and a western saddle, which sometimes has a back cinch, depending on what the horse is doing. The stirrups are always getting in the way.

@allysmith2284

5 жыл бұрын

Lynnette Jalufka was just thinking that...... welcome to western saddle life 😂 #arghstirrups

@lynnettejalufka2682

5 жыл бұрын

@@allysmith2284 Except for a semester on beginning jumping in college, I've rode western all my life.

@allysmith2284

5 жыл бұрын

Lynnette Jalufka I assumed as much! It was more aimed at Jason Lol

@ModernKnight

5 жыл бұрын

I have no experience of Western riding, but it sounds quite similar in many ways.

@Cissy2cute

5 жыл бұрын

The western saddle evolved from the medieval war saddle and adapted to be a working saddle--a job it does well. I myself prefer a hunt saddle as the western has just too much thickness and provides less "feel" of the horse underneath my seat. Wonder how he would rate the modern western saddle.

Such a great host, I love how passionate he is in all of this, he lives the mid evil time, he doesn't just speak about it

She looks great in red!!

Gossamer is so freaking beautiful.

What a beautiful horse Gossamer is! I have always been interested in the Medieval era and love that you present so much history of it.

Thank you very much for sharing this awesome video, sir. It's very very interesting and full of informations about medieval saddles. Gossamer is gorgeous and the saddle is so beautiful!! It would be great a video about the different bits that were used in the Middle Ages, and that you use for your horses too. I'm learning a lot thanks to your videos!

She’s so beautiful ! Lady in Red.. Great Video! Love the history ! 💞💞💞🥰

Hearing you talk about the fact that this saddle is difficult to quickly get out of makes it very clear how Ser Willas Tyrell ended up trapped under his horse in that tourney.... Thank you for the info! I was pointed here by a fellow writer looking for info on what kinds of saddles a dragon might need.

This is the best channel ever, whether online or television

I admire his loving and sensitive approach to horses as well as his expertise. And Gossamer is such a beauty, especially dressed in red :)

Gossamer is a beautiful mare❤

Love watching the sheep’s reactions

@arjii2070

5 жыл бұрын

XD, same! :D

@angelinabrown2931

4 жыл бұрын

"Yep. There he is, riding one of the horses again. Does he have grain? No? Grass it is, then."

I am so delighted you did this. I've been intrigued at the comfy factor. If only one would not be squished in a fall, I think I'd prefer that style!

Gossamer is so beautiful and spirited. Her movements are delightful. Thank you for your insight into medieval riding!

Stumbled onto this series two weeks back and love it. Put together very nicely. I hope it keeps up even with the relatively low viewership.

@ssl3546

2 жыл бұрын

LOL dude the guy gets 300k to 400k views on most of his videos, that would be an excellent number for a show on a mid-tier cable TV channel like A&E.

Beautiful Gossamer!

As usual, very interesting and I enjoy your enthusiasm and the obvious care and trust/training between you and your beautiful horses.

Damn I love this channel. This would be an amazing documentary series. Thanks!

I love watching you interact with your horses. You are so loving towards them.

Gossamer looks glorious in red! Love the tunic too. I so look forward to these new videos. Thanks Jason.

It is wonderful to know this about medieval saddle and it is really beautiful.

Your So Lucky To Own Such A Beautiful Horse Like Her

Amazing channel, mate. God bless you.

Another lovely video. I admire your dedication and real joy in making this series. Keep up the good work!

Oh it's beautiful!

Very informative and well made video, loved it.

I love making medieval saddle horse armor knight!!!!❤️🥰😍

I am stricken by how similar a medieval saddle seems to a western saddle. Really would love to try one some day.

@ModernKnight

3 жыл бұрын

You should if you get a chance, and I agree, though I have very little experience with Western riding.

"She's got her winter coat on." And it looks beautiful!

Wow wow wow that saddle!!! Talk about stunning 🥰 I wasn’t expecting red but it is perfect 😊 Gossamer will look so smashing in it!

Oh.. and I tie up my stirrups to the back, brushing of most of the mud.. works for me!

I keep rewatching these because his horses are so beautiful

@ModernKnight

3 жыл бұрын

thanks

Superb video as usual thanks for all the effort.

This was a really cool video. Watching just this one was enough to make me subscribe! Excited to watch more!

Feeling connected to your horse is so wonderful, as if you are one being and can communicate non-verbally.

Omg idk why I didnt find this page earlier but nevermind I here. I wrote my thesis about a late renaissance armour for rider and horse by an Italian goldsmith Lucio Piccinino and when I went to the museum (KHM Wien) to examine this armour and others I saw many saddles with thoose thin girths and even if I am a horse person I didnt understand how it worked even I knew It worked because people were amazing back in time, but in your video I saw how nice it was and worked perfectly.

I wonder, if it was that much more difficult or slow to get out of the saddle - I don't imagine records would necessarily tell us - if some deaths were caused by this design? I know that even with modern saddles if something awful happens (and in battles that's going to be quite likely) and the horse goes down - if you can't get off the saddle, you might be injured or even killed. So if a warrior's horse were to be shot out from under him - or put a foot wrong - might he be killed because he couldn't get out of the saddle? Or would he still be thrown? The saddle is absolutely lovely! And Gossamer seems to be as comfortable in it as you are, which is also lovely. Thank you for such a great video!

@ModernKnight

5 жыл бұрын

Look up how William the Conquerer died! Also Richard III May have been killed whilst on his horse in a saddle like this.

You can see you are comfortable and closer contact. It looks amazing id love to try one.

So interesting. History coming alive. I must say I thought you looked very comfortable and secure.

I love this series of videos!

That horse has wonderfully smooth gaits at trot and canter; looks to be quite comfortable to ride her. The more important question is how comfortable is that saddle for the horse. Also, how quickly could you bail if you had to? It's nice to be more held to the saddle, and therefore the horse, but it's also restricting.

@carlajenkins1990

4 жыл бұрын

How long has it been since you did any serious riding, not just shooting a piece of video? Every spring, I had to let Blaze get his run out. He had not been out of the corral since November--and by mid-February--he would be full of prance and dance. So I would sit the prance and dance the 500 yards to the canal bank. (Lowline Canal in Idaho) Then, I would allow him to hand gallop the half mile down to the King place. Since there was a big gate, he would willing turn around and run back home. By the time he had done the mile, he wouldn't fight me so hard about coming back to a walk. Then, I'd turn him back around and set off on a canter on his right lead. When I noticed him looking up to see if I was willing to slow down (a horse looks up with his ears) I'd bring him back to a walk. Happy, he'd blow out real hard a time or two. And we'd do a nice long flat-footed ambling walk. Vigorously, he'd shake his head. I miss the ole boy.

@lynnegee6814

3 жыл бұрын

The question of the horse's comfort (under the new saddle) was dealt with in a previous video, where he was checking the fit of the naked saddle tree before it was send to be covered. Be reassured, Jason worries more about his equine friends' welfare than his own. Good man!

Such a beautiful gaited beast. Had a horse just like her, my first gaited one too. He was lovely.

It looks like a very comfortable saddle, indeed. The way you sit on the horse reminds me of the way you sit with a western saddle, being back further on the horse than with a hunt seat. Also, I was wondering if you noticed any beginning of chafing on Gossamer where the girth cinches onto the strap, as there seemed to be no protection between her skin and the buckle. Thanks for sharing another astounding video with us out here in youtube land.

@iskisenna

5 жыл бұрын

i was wondering that myself. Did the medieval knights not use saddle cloths?

@ModernKnight

5 жыл бұрын

I will add a saddle cloth to protect her, I think it’s better than without

@wobblysauce

5 жыл бұрын

Depends on the shape/location of the buckles... most are not in a pressure point.

First of all congratulations on getting the new saddle! It is always a moment to have a shiny new piece of tack. The red is awesome!! Your outfit made me smile, it reminds me of my training outfit. Even though I'm more vikingage of early medieval orientated, we look very similar with a tunica and a belt and pouch over jeans and boots😂. To see you riding in it looked very very medieval, Gossamer is a stunning horse. Hope to see more of your vidoes and I'd love your view on earlier saddle or a video of the history of saddles...

Once again. Excellent video.

Great video. Very interesting that the riding style with this saddle is more like the western saddle. Further back with a deeper seat. Love how frisky Gossamer was and how you were still just great with her handling.

Brilliant!....that saddle will hold you nice and secure when jousting. The girths stand out from a distance but when Gossamer is caparisoned you wont see them. Gotta love the red against the black tho! Your device being red and white will complete the picture!

I have horses my self and this is great 👏🏻🙌🏻

I know very little of horses but what a stable you must have. Beautiful well kept, and well behaved. I see you have an honest affection for them and they for you.

Keep up the good work , great channel. 👍🏻

I like how he always credits his horses in the description.

Very interesting. Brilliant to watch this type of living archeology/history.

hi! Will we have an episode about medieval hunting? We know from medieval paintings and writes that hunting was a very important aspect of medieval life both for rich and poor people. What weapons were used, what preys? How did nobles use horses in that activity? Thank you very much for your beautiful show

With baroque saddles there is usually a ring with leather strands to hang your stirrups up on, just like you demonstrated. So I guess it is meant to be done that way here too. :)

What a lucky girl! Gossamer, Lady in Red. Cause she likes to "dance" with you. ;D

Wonderful video. Good informative history lesson. MLS

I ride horses and I just got a medieval saddle from the 14th century (replica) and it is my favorite saddle.

@ModernKnight

3 жыл бұрын

excellent!

If i am ever in England my dream would be to just see him in full kit riding down a country lane

Great video. (And a great horse.) I'm impressed with the amount of work that goes into such a saddle. -----It is strange how some things are developed by different people at different times. I write fantasy fiction and long before I saw any of your videos or knew what a war saddle looked like, I "developed" a saddle for my fantasy army that had a high cantle and pommel so the men were secure in the saddle and could more easily fight with both hands. Then I watch your videos and saw that other people thought of that design long before I did. LOL

Can’t get out if problems ? You must trust your horses! You are such an amazing rider.

Thank you .

Love these videos. I studied history at university and I adore historical films, books fact and fiction and KZread videos. I was unfortunately able to work in the field I love, maybe one day but it will always be my passion and I love watching others with that passion. I have says been most interested in the people of history but not much about the knights, but I’m loving these vids :).

@kimberleysmith818

5 жыл бұрын

Have always been interested* that should say!

You (or the neighbours) have some adorable sheep!

I get the feeling you would really like Australian stock saddles.

@clasdauskas

5 жыл бұрын

Sort of the best of both worlds: more support than 'English' Saddles, less damage tot he horse than Western.

Maybe it's just the tunic, but the association I got when you got on the horse was "portrait of mounted nobleman, anytime between 1600 and 1750". The posture is very similar.

I used to ride my Belgian with a Royal Canadian Mounted Police saddle. Everybody thought I'd lost my mind but it was very comfortable!

Why am I not surprised that it was both comfortable and beautiful? We scoff at the medieval period for the lack of creature comforts and manufacturing capability that are now available to us in the modern day but fail to understand the absolute mastery required by craftsmen in that time to create quality products that can last for a lifetime.

Now i want one

I love this channel! Discovered it a few days ago and watched almost every video! Jason, could you please make a video showing more of the differences between modern saddle and medieval one? Like how do you get on the horse, how do you sit - in comparison, do you hold on to a horse with your knees? Also is there a difference when you trot?

@ModernKnight

5 жыл бұрын

There is a video on that,.

queens of hearts

You could put the stirrup leather upside down with the buckle against the stirrup facing away from your ankle. Much more comfy on your thights and less chance of damaging the saddle skirt with the moving buckle.

I'm a new subscriber this week. I'm hoping to be able to binge on your videos when I have more time. You do an incredible series of videos and I've already shared some of them with people I know. That saddle does look fantastic. Can you give a shout-out to the person or company who is making them for you? They do an excellent job. Based on the pros and cons, do you prefer the older Medieval period saddles or the newer saddles? Are those your sheep?

I love this as I love Medieval history, especially the horses. I own a T.B. racehorse and I would love to see him doing something like this I think he would panic but I like to hope he can do something else except racing as he s only 4 yrs old. I would love to see re enactment. I m addicted to history. xxx

i feel like my custom aussie saddle provides the security and comfort you associate with the mediaeval saddle without compromising the ability to get on and off. great info. my heart is buried somewhere in the 14th century...

She looks good in red😊

As for hanging up the stirrups, modern and classical Baroque saddles have a toggled loop behind the cantle on both sides to tie the stirrup up so I’d say your ties aren’t too far off the mark. I’ve been restoring late 1800s-early 1900s style American Buena Vista saddles (derived from early English saddles which are a bit different from the modern ones) and the stirrup leathers are very similar to yours and to Classical style leathers. They are often fed through free-hanging fenders as well, making things even more complicated! I look forward to all the tack-related videos you can make as the ones so far have been excellent.

Nice

Wow!