Saddle Fitting, Saddles, Saddle Pads and Tack for Horses and Mules
Crest Ridge Saddlery starts with expert saddle fitting to produce the best saddle, saddle pad and tack for your horse or mule. Our approach is the same regardless if you are riding a gaited horse, stock horse, draft horse or mule. You form a unique combination with your equine. Each saddle is built to order using your measurements. A master saddle fitter uses your measurements to select which one of our 19 different trees will provide the best fit for your equine partner and advise you which of our models work best with that tree. Since each saddle is built to order, you also have the opportunity to have your saddle customized at a surprisingly affordable cost.
We design and produce all of our saddles, tack, and saddle pads here in the United States. We provide you exceptional value by combining saddle fitting, top-of-the-line materials, everything custom built by Amish master craftsman, outstanding customer service, and the reasonable prices possible with a family owned and operated business. We stand behind our products and guarantee saddle fit and the quality of our tack. We welcome your visit and thank you for considering Crest Ridge Saddlery for all of your saddle, tack, and saddle pad needs.
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Please help us serve you more efficiently by including your full contact information (name, address, telephone number and e-mail address) when sending us your saddle measurements, checking saddle fit photographs or questions. We are at Bishop Mule Days in Bishop, California until Memorial Day. If you did not remember to send us a phone number in your email, please send us another with the phone number included and we will be sure to call you as soon as possible. This is the busiest week of the year and we are trying our best to meet everyone's needs. Debra was on Horse Talk Live with Lizzie Iwersen, on Rural TV. You can watch the show using the You Tube links below: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 What do you do in your Crest Ridge saddle? Send us pictures!  Mari and Sparky with their Crest Ridge Wade saddle and breast collar. | Bishop Mule Days We're in the Home Economics Building, Booth 12 by the main entrance. Come visit!  Hillsdale, KS (near Kansas City) Call for an appointment We can arrange saddle fitting clinics on the way to or from any expo we attend. Give us a call and we'll work out the details. | May 21 - 26, 2013 Bishop, CA Bishop Mule Days June 13 - 16, 2013 Norman, IN Midwest Trail Ride Gaited Horse Weekend Flyer for the ride August 24 - 25, 2013 Madison, WI Taking the Reins Booths 9, 10 & 11 September 10 - 14, 2013 Kentucky Horse Park Lexington, KY Rocky Mountain Horse Grand Championship Show November 1 - 3, 2013 Doswell, VA Equine Extravaganza November 7 - 10, 2013 W. Springfield, MA Equine Affaire Young Building booth 1305 |
| Crest Ridge Saddlery makes all of our trail saddles in Ultra-Lite, Lite and traditional leather versions. Our Ultra-Lite saddles weigh as little as 14 pounds. Learn more about our gaited horse saddles on our Trail Saddles page. (* Final weight is dependant on model and seat size) |  |  |
| Instructions on how to build a back map have been added to our saddle fitting menu. A back map can help you visually evaluate how a saddle fits on your horse's back. For instructions on how to Center-Fire Rig your Crest Ridge saddle, click here to watch Debra's YouTube video. |  |  |
| We now offer you the choice to upgrade saddle rings to conchos and to add conchos to headstalls. You have the choice of six different conchos styles for your saddle or headstall. Just tell us which concho style you want when you order. See the Saddle Options page for more information. |  |  |
| Rider safety begins with a well fitted saddle. A well fitted saddle helps keep your horse calm, comfortable and responsive. The proper saddle also keeps the rider in the a secure center-balanced position. We can custom make saddles for kids to help them learn correct equitation while helping keep them safe. |  | Pictured to the left is a custom made Sinclair saddle with a 13" seat for a child. This saddle fits both the rider and pony for optimum safety and comfort. |
If you plan to attend an expo..... please bring your photos and measurements to our booth! We will gladly do your fitting and if we do not have the saddle you want there then you can get it ordered at the show. We will even pay to ship it to you!
| Our most frequently asked questions: |
| How do I stop Saddle Squeaks? Saddle squeaks are caused by 2 pieces of leather rubbing together. To eliminate them remove the screws from the front of your saddle and tip it upside and generously spray the underside of the leather with Leather New or rub in a lot of Bick 4 leather conditioner. |
| How should I care for my new saddle? I recommend using Leather New on the topside of your saddle. If you do get a scratch, saturate it with this product and then rub the leather hard with a cloth. This should help cover the scratch if it did not go through the finish. Your saddle should be completely conditioned at least every 6 months or anytime it gets wet. |
| How do I clean Codura? Brush or vacuum it off. Then use Woolite upholstery cleaner and a stiff horse brush on it. Wipe it clean with a towel. |
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