Are Thorowgood saddles any good?
It has a nice deep sticky seat. You can sit out the worst behavior in those things. Very well balanced and they fit most horses very well. The make high wither models for the GP saddles, not the jumping saddle.
What is the difference between T4 and T8 Thorowgood saddle?
What are the main differences? Thorowgood T4 Saddles are synthetic, with a suede effect seat. Thorowgood T8 Saddles are part synthetic and part leather for a more luxurious feel (leather seat and knee rolls).
What is a T8 saddle?
What is special about the Thorowgood T8? Thorowgood suggest the T8 is a hybrid saddle consisting of a quality leather outer (seat, knee pads, flaps) providing the feel of riding on an all leather saddle, with a synthetic under keeping this saddle lightweight, and easy to maintain.
Where are Thorowgood saddles made?
England
Thorowgood – Saddles made in England.
How much does a Thorowgood saddle weigh?
The panels are flocked with 100% British wool and have a maximised bearing surface, while the short panel design enables this saddle to fit on short-backed ponies. A longer flap option is in the 16″ and 16½” models to accommodate the rider with a longer leg….Additional information.
| Weight | 6 kg |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Thorowgood |
Are wintec and Thorowgood gullets the same?
Well-Known Member. No absolutely not. They are a different shape, and they wouldn’t connect anyway – also the wintec gullet will cause a flare in the TG and ruin it and cause a pressure point on the horse.
What is a T4 saddle?
T4 Dressage Built on a dressage specific tree, with movable under the flap thigh blocks this saddle helps the rider maintain a balanced dressage position. The low profile panels offer closer rider contact and three built in girthing options ensure maximum saddle stability.
What is a Thorowgood T4?
This popular, award winning range combines a smart leather-look with a suede effect seat and knee pad. We’re well-known for this range of GP and Cob saddles designed to fit your horse’s specific conformation.
What is a T4 Thorowgood saddle?
About Thorowgood Thorowgood have been making adjustable saddles in Walsall, England for over 35 years. Thorowgood T4 saddles feature the changeable gullet system along with changeable girth straps, helping to achieve the best fit possible.
What kind of Saddle is a Thorowgood saddle?
Thorowgood saddles are an affordable well made option for all riders. Thorowgood saddles are largely synthetic saddles though the T8 line have a lovely leather seat and knee pad.
Where does the Thorowgood T8 hybrid saddle come from?
Introducing…..The new Thorowgood T8 “hybrid” saddle is made in Walsall, England by Ian Hasitilow who is a world renowned master saddler. This model features a leather seat and knee pads that you just sink into, so you get all the benefits and feel of leather at a very reasonable price.
What makes a good dressage saddle for a horse?
Whether he is high-withered, low-withered, or somewhere in between there’s a saddle to suit his unique body shape. Dressage specific tree and moveable under-flap thigh blocks combine to help the rider maintain a balanced dressage position.
What makes a Thorowgood T8 Pony Jump So Good?
The quality seat and knee pads give the feeling of riding on an all-leather saddle. More… Introduced in 2017 the T8 Pony Jump offers great comfort thanks to the forward-cut flaps which are specifically designed to support the rider’s leg in the shorter jumping position.