I love my Australian saddles. They are so much more light weight, secure and comfortable than an english or western saddle.
@JeffRiley-tc6cy9 ай бұрын
wet your fenders and store it with a stick in the stirrups. pay attention to the twist let them dry they will set twisted and that relieves the kneww torque
@JeffRiley-tc6cy9 ай бұрын
it takes about 3 snuggings to girth up. walk him around between tightning. finish up on your pre mount check they can blow up with an aussie too
@MaryL-vo8mf10 ай бұрын
This is bullshit. You are allowed to train your own service dog and ESA.
@krystalroby726010 ай бұрын
What brand and model is this saddle? I would love to find the exact same one you have. Thanks in advance
@queenB196311 ай бұрын
Any tips where can I purchase a traditional Australian girth like the one shown in this video? Leather.. not neoprene or nylon..
@queenB196311 ай бұрын
@@t.a.barnett3804 Thanks for this! Colin Dangaard has been some help, too. It's hard to find them in leather...
@shaunbarnett4053 Жыл бұрын
I’m Australian. That saddle is probably made in China or India. It is rubbish. It won’t be good for your horses back. We have really good Australian made Australian stock saddles here that are far superior to that . Do your horse a favour and feed that saddle to a goat.
@miked7745 Жыл бұрын
I am currently taking lessons for about 4 months now. I have used both English and Western (I prefer English). I told my instructor that I like aspects of both styles and how come they don't make a hybrid. That's when he told me about Australian saddles. He does not own any so I'm thinking about picking up a used one at some point. I enjoy the lightweight and dexterity of the English, but I like the high back I get with the western.
@t.a.barnett3804 Жыл бұрын
I sold my saddle years ago because I stopped riding. If I ever get the chance to pick it back up, rest assured, I will be getting an Australian.
@lonniesmith352 Жыл бұрын
those knee pads have to help with cutting when you gotta turn that hose on a dime keep you straight up in the saddle and help keep you centered in the saddle
@sysublime5091 Жыл бұрын
Not only do you not get as fatigued your horse doesn't either. . Carrying a extra 20lbs of saddle. . I did away with all of my western saddles. I ONLY USE AUSTRALIAN STICK SADDLES.
@t.a.barnett3804 Жыл бұрын
If I ever get back to ridding Aussie is the only way for me
@eliara-thevoice8430 Жыл бұрын
Transitioning into Western riding. I bought an Aussie, as it's kinda a hybrid between English and Western. Looking forward to riding in it.
@t.a.barnett3804 Жыл бұрын
As someone who has always ridden western, I found Aussie a natural and more comfortable fit.
@terryes1872 Жыл бұрын
I used to cut that strap off the, over girth and sow it on were that ring is. This made for a much better fit and less bulk under riders leg. Think the saddle shown is an Indian made copy of an Australian saddle.
@rainbowbudgies11292 жыл бұрын
Saddle fitting is a science. True proper fit affords your horse the most comfort possible while a “great” saddle fit also provides the rider with the comfort they hope for to enjoy their ride and the time spent with their horse. Many ill fitting saddles can cause behavioral issues from the horse, who is merely trying to relieve himself of discomfort or outright pain. We think, “Yeah, it’s Saturday. I get to go ride.” The horse says, “Oh no, it’s Saturday. I have to wear that thing that hurts me, again!” Blowing up, or inhaling while being girthed up, is a common signal that often signifies the horse is experiencing some sort of saddle discomfort. By your horse’s demeanor in the video, he appears to be a quiet, accepting sort. Just the personality type to internalize what he feels helpless to change. Since you stated you are a paramedic and you took up riding to spend time with your daughter, my impression is you are a compassionate man and would want to see your horse as comfortable as possible. Many folks are simply not aware of the physical and mental distress that a poor fitting saddle can cause. I thought perhaps you would be interested in a link on KZread that may explain better than I, why saddle fit is so important. He is a German rider who is also a master saddle maker and has studied the science of saddlery and horses. I was overwhelmed at how much there is to know that I did not know. Don’t be discouraged. Watch and listen a few times. It may help. I’m glad you were able to find a saddle style that relieved your knee pain and enhances your enjoyment of riding. Best of luck to you, your daughter and your horse. m.kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z5uL2q-OiZzMZco.html
@erynd25242 жыл бұрын
I have one coming in the mail in black. I can’t wait for it to come. I was looking for a saddle that had more stability for me having rheumatoid arthritis and a horse that has bucked me off twice.
@sysublime50912 жыл бұрын
When I turned up to my ranch job in Texas everyone laughed at me until i threw that saddle on my Trusty steed. buckled up and I was ready . you are a heavier rider like me or your out for a long time working the cattle you mount doesnt get as tired. Than with a western..
@billybobwombat22312 жыл бұрын
Australian saddles don't have roping horns, well authentic ones anyway
@tomwerner3893 ай бұрын
As a saddle maker by trade I'll say that Australian stock saddles with horns have been around since early 1930s. They sometimes came with a detachable horn which could be unscrewed, such as the Humphrey's Breaking Saddle. They were never popular among cattlemen due to the bushman's forward style of riding where the horn would tend to poke into the guts. They also had a heavily reinforced tree for roping wild horses and a rear surcingle or cinch.
@billybobwombat22313 ай бұрын
@tomwerner389 I grew up next door to John Davis saddles, I remember seeing a few with kind of clip on horns , the pommel needed three dirty great holes in it. My arse was used to check Kerry packer's saddle as it got made.
@gjianaisaac22812 жыл бұрын
These are great, as they are lightweight, comfy, and have many rings for attaching things like saddle bags!
@gjianaisaac22812 жыл бұрын
I’m not an Aussie but am in a neighbouring country, however I love these saddles.
@nof3ar012 жыл бұрын
The gum chewing... It's as loud as my horse eating ha, but very informative thank you.
@Jax4532 жыл бұрын
I'm in the same predicament, have had my western for 30 odd years, I have bought a new young 5 year old 15hh and am looking at giving her that special saddle, been looking at an Australian saddle now for a few months so really appreciate this video. I think you've made up my mind for me, thank you for that.
@leonenjenny2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, What brand and type saddle is it I am in the market for a new Aussie saddle
I have this exact saddle - how long did it take for the massive amount of stuffing at the back to go down!? It seems massive on mine.
@t.a.barnett38042 жыл бұрын
It never really did deflate that I remember. I got rid of the saddle a few years ago when I had to quit riding. But I will be buying another Australian if I ever pick up riding again. That was by far the most comfortable, secure, pleasurable feeling saddle I had ever redden in.
@kymharris2693 жыл бұрын
A traditional Aussie Stock Saddle doesn’t have the horn or rear cinch/girth loops. This one here is like a hybrid.
@feliciadiamond50863 жыл бұрын
The one thing I would add is that it's much more comfortable for the horse too. If someone needs the utilitarian Western saddle on a big quarter horse, fine. Otherwise, you get the stability of western and comfort for the horse with an Aussie.
@asyajustrussian17783 жыл бұрын
Hello. Where do you buy this saddle? Is it Indian production?
I went from a western to an aussie like you did..... Apparently you & I work in similar fields... my knees & back hurt all the time. Once I rode in an Aussie saddle I will never look at a Western again.... For me it's like going from a Chevette to a Cadillac. COMFORT all day long in the Aussie saddle.
@furyxvanity29463 жыл бұрын
Some things I can say, I personally find better balance for general riding and roping with a normal western saddle and stock saddles for long journeys or if I'm doing cutting or working with cattle , stock saddles sit differently because the stirrups are hung more forward then on a western, that makes your weight shift more backwards and makes you sit deeper in the seat,like reining saddles too, it helps when your doing very demanding things, like stopping dead and rollbacks and sudden movements, and for polo crosse and western mounted games(gymkhana for Americans) , the one thing is that if you don't fit perfectly in the stock saddle and you thighs have more then 1 or 2 fingers width between the Poleys(those things at your thighs are called Poleys, they are a solid part of the tree that gives you more support like what bucking rolls do their almost the same thing) if you have more then 1 or 2 fingers between the Poleys, your going to feel very off balance because the stirrups will hang too far forward and the Poleys won't work when they have too, this is from my experience,I ride a 15 1/2" or 16" western saddle and a 18" stock saddle , stock saddles are measured 2 inches longer if they don't have horn, if they do have a horn the seat measures the same as a western saddle,English saddles measure 2 1/2" longer, the one time I rode in a 19inch stock and I felt like I have no idea how to ride, if it was a western saddle it wouldn't make a real big difference, western saddles stirrups hang a bit more back which makes your body sit more centrally balanced. Also for a horse that is a bit cinchy, bloats up or moves off when you cinch up, generally you don't immediately crank the cinch up on any saddle, its more for comfort of your horse and its a better way because alot of horses are cinchy because people throw the saddle on and immediately crank that latigo up as tight as humanly possible When you do your first tighten up, you just barely let it nip tight, the back cinch should just touch, it shouldn't be hanging 6 feet off the horses belly and be a disaster waiting to happen getting a leg caught in it, then go walk your horse just 10 or 15 steps, and do circles, if those hind legs don't cross, your horse might be a bit stiff or nervous st something, disengage that hind until they cross their legs,and then you cinch up completely, you should have to get easily 4 fingers under the cinch, back cinch should just be touching or just snug, you generally want your cinch a loose as possible without cutting the horse in half, if your roping or doing reining or gymkhana you generally have a tighter cinch , some people overtighten stock saddle cinches because they sit a bit different, stock saddles on the sides of the cinch their will a small gap you side through but on the underside it will be tight enough, stock saddles you should be able to get 4 fingers under the belly instead of the side of the cinch like a western saddle, and then a little bit into you ride you might go up one or two more holes, general rule I was taught is you never cinch the up less than 2 times, 2 or 3 times is good then your done, if you have good balance and your saddle fits nice you don't need to cut your horse in half Stock saddles are very nice saddles if you don't have a wide very wide horse, their nice saddles for high withered horses because it has a nice high gullet, their also nice endurance saddles, also remember to pull your blanket up into the gullet so it doesn't pinch the withers and gives more breathing. Also why your knees hurt most of the time your stirrups are too short on a western or your knees are compensating for turning the stirrups, and their are a few ways to twist them, like turning the blevins buckles around and then slightly turning the fenders, and wrapping the fender wit a string of leather, there are videos on how to or just simply turning the fenders a few times on the backside. Hope this helps!
@dianestone20293 жыл бұрын
Westerns hurt my knees, the Australian saddle is the most comfortable saddle I've used. I usually use a standard stock saddle, I have one just like yours, but black.
@LuigiCotocea2 жыл бұрын
Its very comfortable!
@oldmaidwhovianakanancyg44253 жыл бұрын
You don't ride an Aussie saddle like a western saddle, your feet / legs are more forward than a western seat. I know this because I owned and rode an Australian saddle back in the late 80's and took riding lessons from an Australian horseman. If you ride like an American western rider in an Aussie saddle---you're doing it WRONG, and could end up hurting your horses back---FACT. Horses feel pain, fear and confusion just like we do.
@jonathanneely44553 жыл бұрын
Do- you have horses of your own?
@t.a.barnett38043 жыл бұрын
No, sadly. I live in a subdivision and do not own any land
@kathrynjaneway7503 жыл бұрын
Dude, after seeing the horse in this video, you're the least qualified person on the planet to give advice about horses. Poor Sarge with the abuse through neglect. His feet are terrible and wtf is that giant lump on his face. I hope he's being treated better now or found a new zip code with an owner that knows their ass from a hole in the ground. PS - this saddle doesn't fit Sarge.
@t.a.barnett38043 жыл бұрын
He is not my horse. I do not own any horses. He was the one that I rode at the place I was taking lessons at with my daughter. You saw a few minutes video that focuses on the saddle, not the horse. You know nothing of this horse or his living situation. His feet were trimmed every few weeks or sooner. The "lump" on his head was part of his bones. It is common on horses that are what is called "flea bit grey" in color. I have seen it several times. He was an older horse that was not given the best of care when he was younger at his previous homes. His diet was changed through the year with added supplements. This was to help him maintain a healthy weight and strong joints. I spent weeks researching Australian saddles, proper fitting and placement. There was nothing wrong with this saddle for him or me. It's not the same as a western. It has similarities to a western but it is not a western. Trust me when I tell you he was far from neglected and sure was never abused while I knew him. I haven't seen him in a few years so I don't know how he is now but if I thought he was being done dirty I would release the owners of any responsibility, permanently.
@si_vis_amari_ama3 жыл бұрын
Hello, you didn't know these saddles when you were young, (nor did I ) as they did not exist. This saddle has its heritage in the Australian Stock Saddle. Your saddle is a hybrid of a stock saddle and a western saddle. Traditionally stock saddles would never have a horn, the knee pads were much smaller, the stirrup leathers were narrow, the girth straps were buckled in the manner of an English saddle, there weren't so many dees on it, and it was completely unadorned. Stockmen and women would muster and drive cattle all day in these saddles, often for days or weeks on end.
@michaelblack48663 жыл бұрын
It's made in India,
@payntpot76233 жыл бұрын
Ghastly, cheap looking leather and fittings. Not much integrity to it by the look of it.
@bharatsaddleindustries23743 жыл бұрын
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@t.a.barnett38043 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the opportunity but I no longer ride or own this saddle. If in the future this changes and I can remember your offer, I will contact you then.
@neicyexercises55093 жыл бұрын
Such a shame that you Americans are duped by clever but false marketing in the US. This Is NOT an Aussie stock saddle. It has been made in India and very poorly too. Most are a danger on a horse the way they are put together. No Australian stock saddle in Aust has a horn nor has it ever had a horn. Do some research before you purchase this dangerous piece of equipment. This saddle is degrading to the original Australian stock saddle that is made with care, pride and top class materials.
@chihiroxmiyazaki3 жыл бұрын
It's a shame that you feel the need to be so condescending. You could simply say "it's not authentic, take care in use". You just make yourself look puffed up and snotty
@neicyexercises55093 жыл бұрын
@@chihiroxmiyazaki my concern is that people who use this dangerous equipment will find themselves in trouble one day when it lets go. To worry about someone using inferior equipment by being told that it is something else (eg Australian) seems to negate your thoughts on me by being puffed up and snotty.
@PhysicianWatcher3 жыл бұрын
Don't chew gum n talk
@chihiroxmiyazaki3 жыл бұрын
Mind your business
@morganfinke59934 жыл бұрын
I have almost this exact saddle. I’m having a real hard time finding any examples (videos or even pictures) of how to properly girth / cinch an Aussie saddle. Would it be possible for you to share how it should fit/ what it should look like under the fenders?
@t.a.barnett38044 жыл бұрын
Sorry, I no longer have that saddle or ride. The little metal D ring i the center of the girth belt needs to be center on the horse chest. You'll just have to play with it till it in position when you're all cinched up.
@t.a.barnett38044 жыл бұрын
Watch the video again and pause when I flip the fenders up. That'll let you have a better look of the buckles
@morganfinke59934 жыл бұрын
T.A. Barnett not sure how I missed that last time but YES I found what I was looking for- girth buckles go between the leather fenders! Second time this video has been incredibly helpful. Thanks again!
@andrewcameron13464 жыл бұрын
And that my American friends is not even a good Aussie saddle. A knockoff made in India by the looks. A Hyundai of saddles. A good Aussie flap saddle is deeper in the seat, not as high off the horse and no horn. Still the same “ Campdraft” girth system incorporating a surcingle. Also they’re about half the weight of a western saddle. The thigh pads serve the same purpose as bucking rolls on a slick fork western. A good Aussie stock saddle is like sitting in an armchair.
@t.a.barnett38044 жыл бұрын
As much as I enjoyed this saddle, if this is just a cheaper knockoff of a true Australian, I could only imagine how much better a true Australian saddle is.
@t.a.barnett38044 жыл бұрын
Don't know if I could give up a western style horn though.
@andrewcameron13464 жыл бұрын
Look up Stockmans Throne. Probably the non plus ultra of Oz Stock saddles. The Rolls Royce but there’s plenty of Mercs and Beemers around as well. The Spanish Rejoneador style saddles are probably the closest thing to Oz Stock Saddles.
@neicyexercises55093 жыл бұрын
@@t.a.barnett3804 have a look at customsaddlery.com.au and there are the true Aust stock saddles, and yes you would never ride in anything else again :-)
@morganfinke59934 жыл бұрын
I’m considering getting almost this exact saddle off Facebook marketplace and this was incredibly helpful to learn more. Thanks for taking the time to record and give your opinions!
@shamoudaraba4 жыл бұрын
Looks great saddle, been looking for a stock saddle that's light, sadly they don;t ship to the UK
@lyndengeo3 жыл бұрын
they're not light if you compare to UK saddle weights.or are you talking about compared to Western?
@lyndengeo3 жыл бұрын
also, just look on ebay could be posted but probably be expensive from here in Oz
@videoholic244 жыл бұрын
i love my stock saddle it secures me nicely in the saddle any other saddle i couldnt canter in and id pop straight off when i tried, with my stock i can go for ages and its helped me get my balance back
@MrSanteeclaus4 жыл бұрын
The Aussie saddle looks like a McClellan saddle and a English saddle had a baby. Then some Texan come along and screwed a horn on it for fun.
@isaiasgomez39883 жыл бұрын
ralph
@elisabethlindsey31083 жыл бұрын
😂😂
@dvalkerie34114 жыл бұрын
I just got my first Aussie! Ive wanted to try it, I have ridden english most of my life and now being older (and somewhat wider) this is much comfortable and I can still enjoy the discipline of english, at least my brain tells me that! Also so true about the knee and ankle tork! THank you for posting!
@Trapezius8oblique4 жыл бұрын
These are copies of Australian Saddery but with a horn attached they are manufactured in India. They aren’t manufactured correctly be careful of studs coming through on to the withers
@clairebarker2965 жыл бұрын
If anyone has issues with hip/knee pain-I highly recommend the replacement of your stirrups with any of the swivel models. I particularly like the Aluminum Endurance Tough-1 swivel stirrup with padded foot. There are two widths available-They release your foot easily-and with their large foot bed-really help with leg and foot fatigue/numbness or pain. You can also get standard "looking" swivel stirrup types that are more "classy"-but I'm more into comfort. Don't go with the stirrup rotators that are "fixed"-then-if you have an odd angle to your foot-like I do-you will be in the same boat-a stirrup that decides where your foot is comfortable instead of the other way around.
@gabbieviney27045 жыл бұрын
“I started taking lessons with her just so I could spend more time with her” wish my parents did the same... my heart😩❣️❣️
@Susan-qg9tm5 жыл бұрын
For those who normally ride in english saddles and are looking for a nice light weight Australian saddle (we call them "stock saddles" in Australia), have a look at the equisuede synthetic one from Wintec. These have an adjustable gullet like the Bates/Wintec english saddles. The synthetic version is the Wintec Stock Saddle and the leather version is the Bates Stock Saddle. There are 2 models in each - a standard stock and a swinging fender. Are these available in the US?
@mollyb28465 жыл бұрын
Where did you buy this Saddle from I love these saddles so much and would love to buy one
Great Review! I just ordered this exact one for my husband. He doesn't like the wider seats on the western due to bad hips & knees, but he won't ride in an english saddle. Thank you!
@t.a.barnett38042 жыл бұрын
If he is anything like me he should enjoy it. Happy trails
@333pinkitty5 жыл бұрын
I have been riding my horse western and English for the past 20 years. But lately I've been hearing more and more about the Australian saddle. I am from New York and I know the NYPD uses Australian saddles on their horses so I'm just starting to research them and I ended up on your sight. Thank you for the information
@t.a.barnett38045 жыл бұрын
If you get one I'm willing to bet you'll really enjoy it.
@angelahames50565 жыл бұрын
NYPD uses the Bates Kimberly Saddle - an Aussie Stock saddle www.batessaddles.com/the-bates-range/stock-and-specialist-saddles/bates-kimberley-saddle/
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I love my Australian saddles. They are so much more light weight, secure and comfortable than an english or western saddle.
wet your fenders and store it with a stick in the stirrups. pay attention to the twist let them dry they will set twisted and that relieves the kneww torque
it takes about 3 snuggings to girth up. walk him around between tightning. finish up on your pre mount check they can blow up with an aussie too
This is bullshit. You are allowed to train your own service dog and ESA.
What brand and model is this saddle? I would love to find the exact same one you have. Thanks in advance
Any tips where can I purchase a traditional Australian girth like the one shown in this video? Leather.. not neoprene or nylon..
@@t.a.barnett3804 Thanks for this! Colin Dangaard has been some help, too. It's hard to find them in leather...
I’m Australian. That saddle is probably made in China or India. It is rubbish. It won’t be good for your horses back. We have really good Australian made Australian stock saddles here that are far superior to that . Do your horse a favour and feed that saddle to a goat.
I am currently taking lessons for about 4 months now. I have used both English and Western (I prefer English). I told my instructor that I like aspects of both styles and how come they don't make a hybrid. That's when he told me about Australian saddles. He does not own any so I'm thinking about picking up a used one at some point. I enjoy the lightweight and dexterity of the English, but I like the high back I get with the western.
I sold my saddle years ago because I stopped riding. If I ever get the chance to pick it back up, rest assured, I will be getting an Australian.
those knee pads have to help with cutting when you gotta turn that hose on a dime keep you straight up in the saddle and help keep you centered in the saddle
Not only do you not get as fatigued your horse doesn't either. . Carrying a extra 20lbs of saddle. . I did away with all of my western saddles. I ONLY USE AUSTRALIAN STICK SADDLES.
If I ever get back to ridding Aussie is the only way for me
Transitioning into Western riding. I bought an Aussie, as it's kinda a hybrid between English and Western. Looking forward to riding in it.
As someone who has always ridden western, I found Aussie a natural and more comfortable fit.
I used to cut that strap off the, over girth and sow it on were that ring is. This made for a much better fit and less bulk under riders leg. Think the saddle shown is an Indian made copy of an Australian saddle.
Saddle fitting is a science. True proper fit affords your horse the most comfort possible while a “great” saddle fit also provides the rider with the comfort they hope for to enjoy their ride and the time spent with their horse. Many ill fitting saddles can cause behavioral issues from the horse, who is merely trying to relieve himself of discomfort or outright pain. We think, “Yeah, it’s Saturday. I get to go ride.” The horse says, “Oh no, it’s Saturday. I have to wear that thing that hurts me, again!” Blowing up, or inhaling while being girthed up, is a common signal that often signifies the horse is experiencing some sort of saddle discomfort. By your horse’s demeanor in the video, he appears to be a quiet, accepting sort. Just the personality type to internalize what he feels helpless to change. Since you stated you are a paramedic and you took up riding to spend time with your daughter, my impression is you are a compassionate man and would want to see your horse as comfortable as possible. Many folks are simply not aware of the physical and mental distress that a poor fitting saddle can cause. I thought perhaps you would be interested in a link on KZread that may explain better than I, why saddle fit is so important. He is a German rider who is also a master saddle maker and has studied the science of saddlery and horses. I was overwhelmed at how much there is to know that I did not know. Don’t be discouraged. Watch and listen a few times. It may help. I’m glad you were able to find a saddle style that relieved your knee pain and enhances your enjoyment of riding. Best of luck to you, your daughter and your horse. m.kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z5uL2q-OiZzMZco.html
I have one coming in the mail in black. I can’t wait for it to come. I was looking for a saddle that had more stability for me having rheumatoid arthritis and a horse that has bucked me off twice.
When I turned up to my ranch job in Texas everyone laughed at me until i threw that saddle on my Trusty steed. buckled up and I was ready . you are a heavier rider like me or your out for a long time working the cattle you mount doesnt get as tired. Than with a western..
Australian saddles don't have roping horns, well authentic ones anyway
As a saddle maker by trade I'll say that Australian stock saddles with horns have been around since early 1930s. They sometimes came with a detachable horn which could be unscrewed, such as the Humphrey's Breaking Saddle. They were never popular among cattlemen due to the bushman's forward style of riding where the horn would tend to poke into the guts. They also had a heavily reinforced tree for roping wild horses and a rear surcingle or cinch.
@tomwerner389 I grew up next door to John Davis saddles, I remember seeing a few with kind of clip on horns , the pommel needed three dirty great holes in it. My arse was used to check Kerry packer's saddle as it got made.
These are great, as they are lightweight, comfy, and have many rings for attaching things like saddle bags!
I’m not an Aussie but am in a neighbouring country, however I love these saddles.
The gum chewing... It's as loud as my horse eating ha, but very informative thank you.
I'm in the same predicament, have had my western for 30 odd years, I have bought a new young 5 year old 15hh and am looking at giving her that special saddle, been looking at an Australian saddle now for a few months so really appreciate this video. I think you've made up my mind for me, thank you for that.
Hi there, What brand and type saddle is it I am in the market for a new Aussie saddle
www.horse.com/item/australian-outrider-stock-saddle-with-horn/AKB03/
This is the link to where I got it
I have this exact saddle - how long did it take for the massive amount of stuffing at the back to go down!? It seems massive on mine.
It never really did deflate that I remember. I got rid of the saddle a few years ago when I had to quit riding. But I will be buying another Australian if I ever pick up riding again. That was by far the most comfortable, secure, pleasurable feeling saddle I had ever redden in.
A traditional Aussie Stock Saddle doesn’t have the horn or rear cinch/girth loops. This one here is like a hybrid.
The one thing I would add is that it's much more comfortable for the horse too. If someone needs the utilitarian Western saddle on a big quarter horse, fine. Otherwise, you get the stability of western and comfort for the horse with an Aussie.
Hello. Where do you buy this saddle? Is it Indian production?
www.horse.com/item/australian-outrider-stock-saddle-with-horn/AKB03/
I'm not sure where it is made
@@t.a.barnett3804 Thank you so much
It’s from state line tack
I went from a western to an aussie like you did..... Apparently you & I work in similar fields... my knees & back hurt all the time. Once I rode in an Aussie saddle I will never look at a Western again.... For me it's like going from a Chevette to a Cadillac. COMFORT all day long in the Aussie saddle.
Some things I can say, I personally find better balance for general riding and roping with a normal western saddle and stock saddles for long journeys or if I'm doing cutting or working with cattle , stock saddles sit differently because the stirrups are hung more forward then on a western, that makes your weight shift more backwards and makes you sit deeper in the seat,like reining saddles too, it helps when your doing very demanding things, like stopping dead and rollbacks and sudden movements, and for polo crosse and western mounted games(gymkhana for Americans) , the one thing is that if you don't fit perfectly in the stock saddle and you thighs have more then 1 or 2 fingers width between the Poleys(those things at your thighs are called Poleys, they are a solid part of the tree that gives you more support like what bucking rolls do their almost the same thing) if you have more then 1 or 2 fingers between the Poleys, your going to feel very off balance because the stirrups will hang too far forward and the Poleys won't work when they have too, this is from my experience,I ride a 15 1/2" or 16" western saddle and a 18" stock saddle , stock saddles are measured 2 inches longer if they don't have horn, if they do have a horn the seat measures the same as a western saddle,English saddles measure 2 1/2" longer, the one time I rode in a 19inch stock and I felt like I have no idea how to ride, if it was a western saddle it wouldn't make a real big difference, western saddles stirrups hang a bit more back which makes your body sit more centrally balanced. Also for a horse that is a bit cinchy, bloats up or moves off when you cinch up, generally you don't immediately crank the cinch up on any saddle, its more for comfort of your horse and its a better way because alot of horses are cinchy because people throw the saddle on and immediately crank that latigo up as tight as humanly possible When you do your first tighten up, you just barely let it nip tight, the back cinch should just touch, it shouldn't be hanging 6 feet off the horses belly and be a disaster waiting to happen getting a leg caught in it, then go walk your horse just 10 or 15 steps, and do circles, if those hind legs don't cross, your horse might be a bit stiff or nervous st something, disengage that hind until they cross their legs,and then you cinch up completely, you should have to get easily 4 fingers under the cinch, back cinch should just be touching or just snug, you generally want your cinch a loose as possible without cutting the horse in half, if your roping or doing reining or gymkhana you generally have a tighter cinch , some people overtighten stock saddle cinches because they sit a bit different, stock saddles on the sides of the cinch their will a small gap you side through but on the underside it will be tight enough, stock saddles you should be able to get 4 fingers under the belly instead of the side of the cinch like a western saddle, and then a little bit into you ride you might go up one or two more holes, general rule I was taught is you never cinch the up less than 2 times, 2 or 3 times is good then your done, if you have good balance and your saddle fits nice you don't need to cut your horse in half Stock saddles are very nice saddles if you don't have a wide very wide horse, their nice saddles for high withered horses because it has a nice high gullet, their also nice endurance saddles, also remember to pull your blanket up into the gullet so it doesn't pinch the withers and gives more breathing. Also why your knees hurt most of the time your stirrups are too short on a western or your knees are compensating for turning the stirrups, and their are a few ways to twist them, like turning the blevins buckles around and then slightly turning the fenders, and wrapping the fender wit a string of leather, there are videos on how to or just simply turning the fenders a few times on the backside. Hope this helps!
Westerns hurt my knees, the Australian saddle is the most comfortable saddle I've used. I usually use a standard stock saddle, I have one just like yours, but black.
Its very comfortable!
You don't ride an Aussie saddle like a western saddle, your feet / legs are more forward than a western seat. I know this because I owned and rode an Australian saddle back in the late 80's and took riding lessons from an Australian horseman. If you ride like an American western rider in an Aussie saddle---you're doing it WRONG, and could end up hurting your horses back---FACT. Horses feel pain, fear and confusion just like we do.
Do- you have horses of your own?
No, sadly. I live in a subdivision and do not own any land
Dude, after seeing the horse in this video, you're the least qualified person on the planet to give advice about horses. Poor Sarge with the abuse through neglect. His feet are terrible and wtf is that giant lump on his face. I hope he's being treated better now or found a new zip code with an owner that knows their ass from a hole in the ground. PS - this saddle doesn't fit Sarge.
He is not my horse. I do not own any horses. He was the one that I rode at the place I was taking lessons at with my daughter. You saw a few minutes video that focuses on the saddle, not the horse. You know nothing of this horse or his living situation. His feet were trimmed every few weeks or sooner. The "lump" on his head was part of his bones. It is common on horses that are what is called "flea bit grey" in color. I have seen it several times. He was an older horse that was not given the best of care when he was younger at his previous homes. His diet was changed through the year with added supplements. This was to help him maintain a healthy weight and strong joints. I spent weeks researching Australian saddles, proper fitting and placement. There was nothing wrong with this saddle for him or me. It's not the same as a western. It has similarities to a western but it is not a western. Trust me when I tell you he was far from neglected and sure was never abused while I knew him. I haven't seen him in a few years so I don't know how he is now but if I thought he was being done dirty I would release the owners of any responsibility, permanently.
Hello, you didn't know these saddles when you were young, (nor did I ) as they did not exist. This saddle has its heritage in the Australian Stock Saddle. Your saddle is a hybrid of a stock saddle and a western saddle. Traditionally stock saddles would never have a horn, the knee pads were much smaller, the stirrup leathers were narrow, the girth straps were buckled in the manner of an English saddle, there weren't so many dees on it, and it was completely unadorned. Stockmen and women would muster and drive cattle all day in these saddles, often for days or weeks on end.
It's made in India,
Ghastly, cheap looking leather and fittings. Not much integrity to it by the look of it.
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Thank you for the opportunity but I no longer ride or own this saddle. If in the future this changes and I can remember your offer, I will contact you then.
Such a shame that you Americans are duped by clever but false marketing in the US. This Is NOT an Aussie stock saddle. It has been made in India and very poorly too. Most are a danger on a horse the way they are put together. No Australian stock saddle in Aust has a horn nor has it ever had a horn. Do some research before you purchase this dangerous piece of equipment. This saddle is degrading to the original Australian stock saddle that is made with care, pride and top class materials.
It's a shame that you feel the need to be so condescending. You could simply say "it's not authentic, take care in use". You just make yourself look puffed up and snotty
@@chihiroxmiyazaki my concern is that people who use this dangerous equipment will find themselves in trouble one day when it lets go. To worry about someone using inferior equipment by being told that it is something else (eg Australian) seems to negate your thoughts on me by being puffed up and snotty.
Don't chew gum n talk
Mind your business
I have almost this exact saddle. I’m having a real hard time finding any examples (videos or even pictures) of how to properly girth / cinch an Aussie saddle. Would it be possible for you to share how it should fit/ what it should look like under the fenders?
Sorry, I no longer have that saddle or ride. The little metal D ring i the center of the girth belt needs to be center on the horse chest. You'll just have to play with it till it in position when you're all cinched up.
Watch the video again and pause when I flip the fenders up. That'll let you have a better look of the buckles
T.A. Barnett not sure how I missed that last time but YES I found what I was looking for- girth buckles go between the leather fenders! Second time this video has been incredibly helpful. Thanks again!
And that my American friends is not even a good Aussie saddle. A knockoff made in India by the looks. A Hyundai of saddles. A good Aussie flap saddle is deeper in the seat, not as high off the horse and no horn. Still the same “ Campdraft” girth system incorporating a surcingle. Also they’re about half the weight of a western saddle. The thigh pads serve the same purpose as bucking rolls on a slick fork western. A good Aussie stock saddle is like sitting in an armchair.
As much as I enjoyed this saddle, if this is just a cheaper knockoff of a true Australian, I could only imagine how much better a true Australian saddle is.
Don't know if I could give up a western style horn though.
Look up Stockmans Throne. Probably the non plus ultra of Oz Stock saddles. The Rolls Royce but there’s plenty of Mercs and Beemers around as well. The Spanish Rejoneador style saddles are probably the closest thing to Oz Stock Saddles.
@@t.a.barnett3804 have a look at customsaddlery.com.au and there are the true Aust stock saddles, and yes you would never ride in anything else again :-)
I’m considering getting almost this exact saddle off Facebook marketplace and this was incredibly helpful to learn more. Thanks for taking the time to record and give your opinions!
Looks great saddle, been looking for a stock saddle that's light, sadly they don;t ship to the UK
they're not light if you compare to UK saddle weights.or are you talking about compared to Western?
also, just look on ebay could be posted but probably be expensive from here in Oz
i love my stock saddle it secures me nicely in the saddle any other saddle i couldnt canter in and id pop straight off when i tried, with my stock i can go for ages and its helped me get my balance back
The Aussie saddle looks like a McClellan saddle and a English saddle had a baby. Then some Texan come along and screwed a horn on it for fun.
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I just got my first Aussie! Ive wanted to try it, I have ridden english most of my life and now being older (and somewhat wider) this is much comfortable and I can still enjoy the discipline of english, at least my brain tells me that! Also so true about the knee and ankle tork! THank you for posting!
These are copies of Australian Saddery but with a horn attached they are manufactured in India. They aren’t manufactured correctly be careful of studs coming through on to the withers
If anyone has issues with hip/knee pain-I highly recommend the replacement of your stirrups with any of the swivel models. I particularly like the Aluminum Endurance Tough-1 swivel stirrup with padded foot. There are two widths available-They release your foot easily-and with their large foot bed-really help with leg and foot fatigue/numbness or pain. You can also get standard "looking" swivel stirrup types that are more "classy"-but I'm more into comfort. Don't go with the stirrup rotators that are "fixed"-then-if you have an odd angle to your foot-like I do-you will be in the same boat-a stirrup that decides where your foot is comfortable instead of the other way around.
“I started taking lessons with her just so I could spend more time with her” wish my parents did the same... my heart😩❣️❣️
For those who normally ride in english saddles and are looking for a nice light weight Australian saddle (we call them "stock saddles" in Australia), have a look at the equisuede synthetic one from Wintec. These have an adjustable gullet like the Bates/Wintec english saddles. The synthetic version is the Wintec Stock Saddle and the leather version is the Bates Stock Saddle. There are 2 models in each - a standard stock and a swinging fender. Are these available in the US?
Where did you buy this Saddle from I love these saddles so much and would love to buy one
Horse.com
www.horse.com/item/australian-outrider-stock-saddle-with-horn/AKB03/
Great Review! I just ordered this exact one for my husband. He doesn't like the wider seats on the western due to bad hips & knees, but he won't ride in an english saddle. Thank you!
If he is anything like me he should enjoy it. Happy trails
I have been riding my horse western and English for the past 20 years. But lately I've been hearing more and more about the Australian saddle. I am from New York and I know the NYPD uses Australian saddles on their horses so I'm just starting to research them and I ended up on your sight. Thank you for the information
If you get one I'm willing to bet you'll really enjoy it.
NYPD uses the Bates Kimberly Saddle - an Aussie Stock saddle www.batessaddles.com/the-bates-range/stock-and-specialist-saddles/bates-kimberley-saddle/