Leather Western
Leather vs. synthetic saddles?
I was wondering what everyones opinions were on leather western saddles vs. synthetics. I hear a lot of conflicting reports on how well the synthetic ones hold up, and whats the deal with all the things the synthetic trees are made of? Whats the best?
The synthetics seem so much cheaper and lighter, for a person who doesn't do any showing or competing, are there really any drawbacks?
Just curious what people thought about them, as far as comfort for horse and rider, durability, ect.
My mare doesn't speak to me in English but I can tell by the way she acts that she totally prefers the synthetic (they are so much lighter) Her whole body language from the moment I lift it onto her back tells me she's way more comfy. She'll let me walk right up to her with it (with no halter or bridle on her) and let me put it on and cinch it up without even looking over her shoulder. And as far as my comfort goes I feel the same way about the saddle from the other side. It's light and comfy to me too. I wouldn't care if it was butt ugly. Its worth it.
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