Most riders unknowingly sit with their weight distributed asymmetrically, and when this combines with a horse’s natural imbalances, it can affect both performance and comfort for horse and rider. To help riders understand this complex interaction, we’ve created a series of three videos  explaining horse and rider asymmetry, how to diagnose these, and how corrective saddle fitting can make a real difference. Part 1 - How to spot asymmetry in horse riders Part 2 - How to Identify Asymmetry in...

Do you know how the trees of our saddles work? Back in 2003, our saddles featured heavier resin trees, but through continual innovation, we introduced a leather/plastic tree in 2006 and a fully plastic tree in 2015 with a carbon fibre Y-bar, making our saddles lighter yet stronger with each iteration. We haven't stopped there though, making new developments and tweaks, to ensure we're providing the best experience for you and your horse.

First Thought Equine Ltd (FTE) are proud to announce that we have been awarded Equestrian Equipment Retailer of the Year  at the 2025...