Correctly measure the distances between conchas on a western saddle
In order to buy a western saddle in the right size and fit, it is important to measure the piece correctly beforehand. The front conchas, i.e. the decorations, under the fork of the western saddle can be a good reference point.
There are many points to consider when measuring a western saddle. Not only the width between the Conachs, the gullet width and the total length of the saddle are important, but also the swing that the saddle has, the angling of the bars and beyond that, that too Weight. Basically, the more contact surface a saddle has on horseback, the better.
How to Measure the Distance Between Conchas
- The distances between the conchas are measured on the inside of the saddle. To do this, place the measuring tape at the level of the conchas and take the inside measurement. In rare cases, the external dimensions are also measured, but this is less important as the thickness of the leather and the decoration can vary.
- At the purchase With a western saddle, however, you should not focus solely on the expanse of the conchas because depending on the saddle manufacturer or brand, these can vary in height to be appropriate.
What else you have to consider with the western saddle
- The chamber width, known as the gullet width for Western saddles, is very important. Unfortunately, there is no precise definition of the dimensions. There are only general terms that are intended to describe the fit: semiquater for the narrow gullets, fullquater, up to extra fullquater for the widths. Some manufacturers also offer Arab trees that are suitable for very narrow ones Horses are designed.
- The gullet width is measured on the horse behind the shoulder blades, where the deltoid muscle moves. With the western saddle, it is the point where the fork, i.e. the structure on which the horn is attached, merges into the bars on the side.
- The height of the gullet is determined by the height of the withers. Between the underside of the fork and the withers there should be approx. be a hand's breadth.
- Note that the saddle should not be too long for your horse either, as the horse's movement could be restricted and the center of gravity shifts further back. However, the saddle should be able to have sufficient seat length for you; this is measured between the fork and the cantle, the rear elevation.
- Unfortunately, the swing of the western saddle, which should be matched to the swing of the horse's back, cannot be measured. This requires a good eye and experience.
- The dimensions of western saddles are usually always given in inches. 1 inch is 2.54 cm.
All saddles should always fit correctly in order to have a successful and carefree ...
Basically, a saddle should always be adjusted by an experienced specialist, because a suitable saddle is the be-all and end-all for something good and healthy ride.
