Re: RC: OF saddles

["Linda Van Ceylon" <lindavaneq@hotmail.com>]

I bought a used Orthoflex Patriot SS, too.  It is the only non-dressage 
saddle I have ever had which fits my mare.  The poor sweetie has done 3000 
miles in poorly filling saddles.  She has a huge wither, both tall and wide. 
  And her scapula makes a long backward rotation.  I took her on some sever 
downhills and the OF did not hurt her at all.

I like the Patriot fit on me also, except for the pommel.  It is too high 
and when I mount from an awkward spot or go up steep hills it bruises my 
ribs.  I'm trying to figure out a way to cut the pommel down so it won't be 
in the way.  Ideas, anyone?

Linda Van Ceylon
AERC# 5023
Fort Collins, CO
lindavaneq@hotmail.com


>From: "Mieske" <mmieske@netonecom.net>
>To: <ridecamp@endurance.net>, <pwaits@email.com>
>Subject: RC:  OF saddles
>Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 19:13:32 -0500
>
>I found a (barely) used Ortho Flex Softsteel Patriot for $700 on the 
>classifieds.  I think Ortho Flex is offering them at a special price right 
>now for $695 and I think the leather Patriot is on sale, too but I can't 
>remember how much.  I LOVE it.  I happen to know a lot of Michigan riders 
>that use it.  I am very happy with mine and so is our stallion.  Of course, 
>the proof will be in the miles we plan to put on it this year!! :)  The SS 
>Patriot might be the way to go if you are interested in trying out the OF 
>system.  I'd suggest looking for a used one in the classifieds or on ebay 
>if you didn't want to wait forever.  Good luck!
>Maggie

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