Saddle Trial Terms & Conditions

The saddle must be returned in the same condition that it was sent in by Equine Balance Saddles. Any damage or excessive wear to the saddle will be charged to the client, and will be determined by Equine Balance Saddles.

The client will be responsible for the care and safety of the saddle while it is in their possession as well as during shipping or transport.  Payment shall be made through www.equinebalancesaddles.com before the saddle will be shipped.

If the client wishes to return the saddle, the saddle must arrive back to Equine Balance Saddles at the return address, within 10 days after the saddle is confirmed as delivered.

The client is responsible for all shipping costs, the client will be responsible for the full value of the saddle until it is returned.  The client will also be responsible for any return import duties if the saddle is returned over international borders.

If the saddle is returned late, a fee of $25 per day will be charged, and deducted from the original payment.  As of the third day after the return date, the saddle will become the property of the client and returns will not be accepted.

Saddles are not to be left at barns or in unlocked tack rooms. They are not to be left sitting on the floor or stable doors. When a cover is provided it should be kept on the saddle when not in use. Not all models come with covers. The saddle should not be cleaned with anything other than a damp cloth and an agreed on leather conditioner and should NOT be oiled. A cleaning fee of $50 will be charged if the saddle is returned in other than the same condition sent out.

If any of the above costs are incurred, the total shall be deducted from the original payment processed for the cost of the saddle.

Not Sure Where to Start?

 

 It’s hard to know how to fix something, if you don’t understand it.  If you are unsure about how your saddle is fitting, the best place to start is our On-Site Assessment.  The assessment includes an overview of saddle construction, saddle fit theory, a specific analysis of your horse’s conformational needs, and our step by step tutorial designed to allow you to understand every step of your saddle’s fit.  From here, you have all the information you need to make a decision for yourself, instead of just relying on someone else.

 

 

Saddle shopping can be overwhelming.  There are so many options, and even worse, so many opinions.  If you aren’t sure where to start, consider a Saddle Assessment.  This will explain the main elements of saddle fit and let you know exactly what aspects your horse needs.  If you have any saddles you’re curious about, we can assess them for you during your appointment.

If you’d like to see what we have available, you can look at our New Saddles to see what we have in stock, these saddles are all available for custom order and come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colours and fit options.  You can also check out our Used Saddles for a great bargain.

 

Many modern saddles can be adjusted.  What is usually less understood, is what type of adjustments are possible and how they actually affect the fit of the saddle for your horse.  An On-Site Reflocking can adjust the wool panel to better suit your horse’s shape as well as maintain any natural compression.  A Width Adjustment addresses the angle of the tree points and is helpful if your saddle is too wide or too narrow.

If you think your saddle might need adjustment, but aren’t sure, a Saddle Assessment can tell you what saddle adjustments might work for you.

 

This of course, all depends on your horses.  However, certain saddle aspects are more readily adaptable to different horses, and sometimes we can make adjustments, so that it can be used on more than one horse. 

The best way to start is to book a Saddle Assessment and see how your saddle fits your different horses.

Saddles

Bliss of London Regency Jump Saddle

New Saddles

Since we do not work for any saddle manufacturers, we have the ability to pick and choose what we carry…

Black Country Eloquence Dressage Saddle

Used and Stock Saddles

Used saddles are a great option for those wanting an economical solution, or to bargain hunt…

Consignment Policies

Yes!  We do take saddles on consignment…

Saddle Care

Here are some tips for the care and maintenance of your saddle…

Saddle Fitting

Our Approach

Our approach to fitting varies greatly from other companies…

Saddle Trials

A saddle trial includes an explanation of saddle construction, saddle fit theory…

Saddle Assessments

An on-site assessment will walk you through the current fit of your saddle…

Saddle Adjustments

An on-site re-flocking includes an assessment, as well as altering your saddle’s flocking…

About Us

About Us

Katherine Penner Equine Services was founded in 2010…

Policies

Our policies around cancellations, warranties, and returns…

Educational Clinics

We offer educational fitting clinics for barns or groups…

Contact Us

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Contact Info

Based in Vancouver, BC

(604) 721 6345

info@equinebalancesaddles.com

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