Saddle reflocking is the
process by which the old material in the saddle panels is removed
and. new wool is placed inside the panels. Over time, the wool will compress and become hard, lumpy and bumpy need to be replaced. The saddle will also become unbalanced.
How do I know if my saddle is flocked?
You can inspect your horse’s saddle to see if it needs flocking or adjustment. Place your saddle on your horse without a pad and without a girth. Make sure you
can put 2-3 fingers between your horse’s withers and the pommel of the saddle
. If you can’t, it’s time to call your saddle fitter.
What is a flocked saddle?
Spot Flocking –
adding or reducing wool to a fully intact saddle
. 2. Panel-off Flocking – removing the panels from the bottom of the saddle to add, reduce, rework or redistribute the wool.
How do I know if my wool saddle is flocked?
Some line
the bottom of the panel
– the area that will contact the horse’s back – with a thin sheet of foam, and the rest of the panel is flocked with wool.
When should a saddle be Reflocked?
If the saddle is wool flocked, it should be stripped and reflocked
every 2 years
. The wool within the saddle will ball up quickly, and if left, it will cause hard lumps which can cause rider imbalance and discomfort for the horse.
What are devoucoux saddles flocked with?
The Kieffer is a deep seat dressage saddle with a straight-cut flap and low knee rolls to support correct posture. Regular fading and wear are visible, but no cracks or loose stitching. Full Calf leather and
100% natural wool flocked panels
!
Are Pessoa Saddles wool flocked?
With the perfection of the AMS
®
system, some Pessoa
®
saddles are now offered with
synthetic wool flocking
for those who prefer this type of panel over the Bayflex
®
foam panels.
How much does it cost to re flock a saddle?
When the time comes to completely reflock your saddle, it is much less painful to re-flock wool than it is re-panel foam. It typically runs
$250-350
, and you are usually only without your saddle for a few days. Wool is inherently more breathable than foam, which is good news for your horse’s back.
How do I stop my saddle slipping to one side?
A non-elastic girth is a must, and
girthing onto the point and balance straps
really helps. (Point straps are attached to the tree points, and balance straps are attached to the tree as far back as possible under the seat of the saddle. If your saddle doesn’t have them they can be put on by a saddler.)
Are Wintec saddles wool flocked?
Practicality and comfort at its best, the Wintec 500 All Purpose is a quality saddle for you to explore wherever you dare!
How often should you get your saddle checked?
It’s recommended by the Society of Master Saddlers (SMS) that saddles should be checked
at least twice a year
. However, some horses change shape more often, due to fitness, condition and age and would obviously require more regular visits.
Are devoucoux saddles good?
The saddles I’ve got now are fantastic.
Super comfortable for horse and rider and horses have gone very well in them
. When I first bought saddles from Devoucoux I wasn’t happy with the fit – but with determination did get the fit sorted out.
Are Voltaire saddles good?
Offering market leading comfort and closeness of contact,
the Palm Beach
offers an excellent saddle choice for riders of all abilities. … It has become the saddle of choice for a number of the greatest international riders, including Beezie Madden who has ridden in Palm Beach since 2011.
Can devoucoux saddles be adjusted?
Devoucoux saddles have “panels” that
are adjusted differently to normal saddles
, so a normal saddler can check the fit, but probably wont be able to change it.
Do Pessoa saddles have changeable gullets?
All of the Pessoa
®
saddles are available with the
interchangeable gullet X-Change
®
System
. The rider can modify the width of the tree using any of our interchangeable gullet plates and a screwdriver. It is really that simple. … The tree size can be changed from Narrow up to Extra Wide.
What saddle does Rodrigo Pessoa use?
Nelson Pessoa Saddles generally feature AMS
®
panels, which is synthetic wool stuffing encased in a patented pressure-eliminating neoprene sleeve. Rodrigo Pessoa Saddles generally feature the
Bayflex
®
foam panels
that have been proven to fit more horses better, with the closest contact for the rider.
