I just want to ad my 20 odd # and say I was stunned
by how light my Anne George saddle is. I just got it Friday. I doubt
it weighs much more than 22 lbs. Considering the size (I'm 6'2" and 350
lbs, and I ride a Shire who is 17h2") of the saddle, it is amazingly
light. It isn't much heavier than my 19" English all purpose saddle
(Thornhill Berlin), yet it is significantly larger.
The saddle is getting rave reviews at the barn, but
that is just from looks alone. I am embarrassed to admit, I haven't ridden
in it yet. I did check fit on horse, and fit for me (not at the same time)
and for the first time I feel comfy and not squeezed. (Fit horse fine too
despite his blowing up like a tick on fresh wet grass and yearly shots).
Jon didn't jump around much either.
My biggest problem has been rain and thunder while
I'm at the barn. While I'm at dinner with my mother in law, it's bright
and sunny outside the window. Same thing today (though rain wasn't as bad)
and I didn't have time because of needing to video the 3 yo ISH we are trying to
sell.
I will give a fuller report tomorrow.
Charles (LD in 03, completion in 04)
PS: If you get the saddle, be sure to get the girth
as well.
Actually my saddle weighs
about 20-22 lbs, I built Max'a with considerably heavier leather because of
the riding he does. Allot of packing and outfitting. Annie G.
Annie built me a custom saddle for my mule and I and we
both love it. It has a deep seat for riding in the mountains but only
weighs 28 lbs. You have good close contact with your legs. The
workmenship is great and the price is reasonable. I highly recommend
her saddles. Just finished the first endurance contest
yesterday!
