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Re: [RC] [RC] Saddle Matchmaker - Jennifer Adam

I also wonder about the changes a horse (and rider) go through as they become more fit and gain experience moving together (also as they age together). Just because the gauge measures pressure points and determines fit at that time doesn't necessarily mean that those pressure points will be the same at a later time. IMHO, the difficult thing about fitting saddles is not necessarily the measuring, but rather how to find a saddle that will be able to adjust to changes in the horse's musculature. Just my 2 cents - but what do I know - I'm still looking for the right saddle!!
Jen



From: Laney Humphrey <laneyhh@xxxxxxxxxxx>
CC: ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: [RC]   Saddle Matchmaker
Date: Wed, 07 Jun 2006 19:30:24 -0700

Unless he's changed it recently, there is one huge flaw with his guage. It cannot measure lateral asymmetries and horses that are perfectly symmetrical are few and far between. Good saddle makers know this about his guage and that's one reason they aren't interested in using it.
Laney


Rob Losey wrote:
I have read a lot of Ferrand's information. I think his science is very sound. Not just the measuring gage, but the system for making trees, as well as a pressure mapping system that ties a wired pad to a computer. It can tell the exact pressure per inch through out the entire surface of a tree with a rider on board. The main problem is the system is to good. I think it would help saddle makers make a better saddle. It can also tell a consumer when a brand new custom saddle doesn't fit. No surprise saddle makers don't want to sign on. I would pay extra for a saddle make with this technology. A prescription saddle for my mule. It will come in the future. I hope I'm still riding when it does.

Rob and Annabelle




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