Show Saddles

Since show saddles are generally decorative saddles used during horse show in the arena, they are designed to look good than to work hard.  These saddles, being used for show and display, are built with the current fashion trends incorporated to its features.

Basically, show saddles have lower horns so that it will not interfere with the reins.  It usually projects a classy and modern look, is ornately tooled and embellished with flashy colors.  Its skirts are usually deeper to show off the toling and some silvery linings.  The seat is designed to give the rider an proper riding posture.

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The show saddles, being decorative saddles have particular features and styles that go with the fashion of the time.  It is important for show riders to make sure that the styles and the designs they use in their saddles and other riding gears are in fashion to prevent embarrassment from the meticulous riding audience during show circuits.

The other features of the show saddle, aside from the ones already mentioned are the suede or padded seats for extra grip, a low cantle and deep skirts.  Silver trims are likewise placed on the stirrups, skirts, horn, fork and cantle.