OK- I have never used a DM pad, but looking at them, HOW does that mat of fibers not rub your horse?? Is there a "right" and "wrong" side? or???? Any info...
I have decided to sell my Bob Marshall saddle ( I do this with a VERY heavy heart), the saddle just doesn't fit my new horse. My saddle is probably a little...
Hi Mary, Some people have reported that it does rub/bother their horses. I guess it depends on the horse, saddle, etc..All are not the same. I have not had any...
I have a friend who is looking for an old style (no panels) Barefoot London (size 2). She tried out two older style Barefoot saddles yesterday on a four hour...
Hi, I am trying a barefoot saddle out. Its the Cheyenne modle. If I get it I will need a pad for it any one got a spare they will sell. Thanks, Lisa...
I have an APHA mare that has pink skin. This poor mare just hates anything tacky, doesn't matter is it's a pad or a girth. First time we used a neoprene girth...
I have used DM pads on three horses over 8 years, with 2 Western stock saddles and 1 treeless endurance saddle. My horses are pasture boarded, though the...
When my horse fussed with the DM pad rough side to him, I just turned it over and viola, no more problems. It works the same and I have never had a rub using...
Ok guys, I am at the end of my rope. Actually, I am hanging onto the end of my rope by the skin of one fingernail. PLESASE give me some more ideas, if you...
... Hi Vickey, If you want to send me some photos of your horse, then I can do my best to advise you. It may be that, with your injuries, you would be best...
Vickey, I have the same problem. I have tried several treeless, Bandos, Barefoot Tahoe, and I owned an Ansur(it slipped the worst horrible accident). ...
I wonder if the two of you having these issues have body types in common? I did feel like it was a "wider" ride in the Bandos the first couple of rides, but it...
My goodness Cherie, I now wonder how WIDE is your horse and how narrow are your hips? Have you tried building up the seat to get more of a twist? BALANCED STEP...
I have a Barefoot Tahoe saddle that came with a Grandeur pad. I am LOVING the saddle. I am getting ready to go on a 10 day riding trip and I would like to...
You might want to try a Freeform (unless your horse has "shark withers"). I purchased a Freeform seat second hand and roughly attached it to a bareback pad. It...
Hi Vickey, I have both the BMSS and Freeform Enduro. I like them both for different reasons. Both my Pony and horse are wide and I am comfortable at having my...
Yes, The Freeform does feel more like a treed saddle. Karen ... withers"). I purchased a Freeform seat second hand and roughly attached it to a bareback pad....
Have you tried a Sensation? The one I demoed, felt just like a treed saddle, secure, twist...but soft like a treeless. No, it didn't work for my horse, but it...
Take the foam out of the sleeves and you can wash the pad in cold water in the machine with regular detergent. You can soak the foams in vinegar and water (1...
Just wanted to drop a note since I finally got to ride in my new saddle. Sunday I did the annual Buckley ride. You ride on part of the North Country Trail,...
Yes. Check them out at www.barefootsaddles.net ... From: Kim Mowatt <horsecounsellor@...> To: treelesssaddles@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, October 13,...
I am sure my body type has a lot to do with the problems I have. I am short 5'1" weight is at 120, and have a shorter femur. My ponies both are very round,...
Cherie, I feel your pain. Like you, I'm 5'1 120 lbs and have a wide round horse. If you'd like to email me privately, I can tell you about my experiences...
Oh my, that sure is VERY wide and with your petite frame that is a challenge for sure. I know of a Haflinger mare who only needs a 36 inch tree and my gelding...
