What Are Gaited Horse Saddles?
Have you ever wondered what constitutes a gaited horse saddle? Obviously, they are saddles people use to ride or show gaited horses. But what does that really mean? Let us look at the horses and the saddles they use to get a better understanding. Gaited horses are usually thinner than most other horses. They are also bred primarily for show and competition, not for every day riding. As such, it does not make a great deal of sense to put a standard saddle on a gaited horse. Regular saddles will be too heavy and they will not really fit correctly. Traditional saddles are also made with extended riding and practical use in mind. Gaited saddles, as you might then expect, are made specifically for use with the special show horses. They are thinner across than regular saddles and they are much lighter. The lighter saddles are not just good for comfort. They also make it easier for the rider to subtly communicate with the animal during exhibition. One might say that these saddles are more com
