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There are a number of items that are thought of as equestrian horse tack, counting the breastplates, bridle, girth, halter, harnesses, lead ropes, martingale, saddle pad, and stirrup.  But, the saddle most likely represents the largest and most costly tack investment you will have. 

 
Getting a used dressage saddle will greatly decrease the amount you will need to invest and should typically let you to have a better quality item than you could in all probability afford if you were limited to getting only new items. There are nevertheless, things you should bear in mind if you are going this direction.

Research. Choose in advance the brand and model names of the saddle you would like to purchase.  Check forums and blogs for the opinions of others who have or have had the brand and model saddle you are interested in. Talk to friends and associates who might know something about the saddles you are interested in.  Its not possible to be sure you’re making the best saddle choice, but by discussing the one you have chosen with those who have owned them in the past you will have a better idea. 

Get the facts and figures you need. Once you start your search, you will want to know the age, condition, flap length, seat size, tree size, and any other special features about the saddles you find. If a seller does not make available these facts, move on to another saddle.  If you are purchasing online, you will want images of the saddle from every single possible direction.

Compare pricing. There are lots of saddles available for purchase. The seller needs customers more than the buyers needs any one seller.  So the pressure should be on the seller to deliver the facts you need to make your choice and to have his saddle priced competitively. If you are bidding online for a saddle, make sure the seller has a rating of 98-99% and has a number of past auctions.

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