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Your First Time at the Equestrian Store as an Owner

How do I know the correct size for me?

The best way to find out the correct size of your saddle is actually by sitting
in the saddle. A saddle is your size if you can fit a full hand in the back of
the saddle when sitting in the middle. However, Horse.com (2018) has an easy
and quick way to know your size, that will give you an idea of what sizes you
should look for. This easy method consists of measuring your upper thigh.

1. Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the ground, so that your knees are
bent at a 45-degree angle. Make sure your buttocks are touching the
back of the chair.

2. Take a measuring tape and run it along your thigh bone, measuring
from the end of your knee to the backside of your buttocks.

If your measurement is Your saddle size is
Less than 16.5” 15” saddle
Between 16.5” and 18.5” 16” saddle
Between 18.5” and 20” 16.5” saddle
Between 20” and 21.5” 17” saddle
Between 21.5” and 23” 17.5” saddle
More than 23” 18” or 19” saddle

Table taken from: Horse.com. (2018). Guide to English Saddles. July 22th 2018, from TABcom LLC,
Website: https://www.horse.com/content/english-tack/guide-to-english-saddles/

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