Freeform Ultimate Trail Saddle

Finding comfort for horse AND rider

This is the second time I've felt compelled to write about Saddle Up and the Freeform saddles. The first time was in 2006 when a freeform saddle completely changed a young mare I was training. That mare is still with me and is the best horse I have ever owned! This time I'm writing because I was afraid I was going to have to stop riding (or at least stop endurance riding) at 58 because I was struggling with hip pain. Paulita of Saddle Up has always helped me in the past with issues fitting my horses, but this was the first time I needed a fitting for me! She recognized I needed a narrower twist these days and put me in the ultimate trail saddle with a seat bolster and asked me to ride in is for a few weeks. Well, in that time, my horse and I completed 30 miles at the Old Dominion No Frills race and the next day I was feeling great! Then I did 25 miles at Biltmore. I felt so good after the race that the next day I rode another 10 with some new endurance riders in the intro. The more I ride, the better I feel. I thought I would never ride a 50 again but now it looks like I just have to get my butt in shape and I will be riding 50s before I know it! Thank you Paulita, Saddle Up and Freeform for getting me "back in the saddle again."

Game changer

Really nice quality and excellent service

I'm new to the concept of treeless saddles and have been really impressed with the high quality of my new Freeform saddle. The leather is gorgeous, and the saddle overall is very well made. Most importantly, it's making my horse (and me!) very comfortable. I had some issues finding a saddle that would fit my new horse and decided to try treeless. I have ridden in traditional dressage saddles for 25 years but have had some issues with fit. I'm so glad I found this saddle as my horse has made it clear to me that he is much more comfortable.. The saddle is secure and comfortable for me as well. Paulita and Whitney have been extremely generous with their time, answering my many questions and helping me understand what my horse needs. I highly recommend this company!