Saddle fit: Basic checks any rider can do
Saddle fit is one of those topics that comes up regularly in conversations with riders and horse owners. A poorly fitting saddle can quietly contribute to back pain, behavior changes, performance decline, and a whole range of issues that get chalked up to other causes. Here is a straightforward, hands-on guide you can use to do a basic check at home.
This is not a substitute for a full professional saddle fit assessment, and we will talk about what that looks like toward the end. But knowing what to look for is a great place to start.