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Performance Saddlefits SSA Performance Saddlefits SA specializes in a broad range of custom made saddles to get an optimal fit.

Nichole is the South Australian part of the nation wide Performance Saddlefits team, a team of highly trained and skilled fitters who either hold qualifications under the Society of Master Saddlers UK or working towards it. She is passionate about finding saddle solutions to suit both horse and rider and enjoys the challenge of the “not so straight forward” combination! Nichole has trained with Ma

ster Saddlefitter Paula Jeffery and is travelling overseas to Italy and the UK to obtain a Society of Master Saddlers UK saddle flocking certification. Nichole has a background in veterinary medicine and is passionate about finding the best solution to optimise both horse and rider biomechanics. With access to a large range of the best saddle brands from around the world, she specialises in custom saddles and usually has all demos available during fits.

06/03/2025

I've recently found multiple saddles not fit for purpose...broken trees, gullets not attached, flocking inexistent or rock hard.

The only way to do better is to know better.

24/02/2025

🐴 Murray Bridge
🐴 Mannum
🐴 Mount Barker

I AM BACK!!
I have a handful of appointments available on Saturday this weekend with Sunday already full with clients who were sitting on my waitlist.

If you would like to book in, please reach out. If Saturday does not suit I have very small availability for Sunday :)

See you all soon!!

18/02/2025

I'm travelling to Lower Inman Valley on the 27th and looking for numbers to go ahead 🐴
I'm not in the area very often so take advantage if you're thinking of a fitting.

Victor Harbour, Goolwa, Finnis, Mount Compass etc

11/02/2025

Hoping all my clients are staying cool and making ice blocks for our four legged friends today!

I am very grateful to be inside working on some saddles and doing some admin work - so if you are needing to book in (or if I haven't responded....) flick me a message as I'm around today 😁

I'm currently taking bookings for March... this year is absolutely flying by!

06/01/2025

Planning a last minute trip to Naracoorte Saturday 18th of January, potentially Sunday aswell if there's enough interest.
If you're thinking of a fitting, get in touch.

01/11/2024

Appointments available this coming Wednesday the 6th in the Northern Hills area (e.g. Birdwood and surrounds).

25/09/2024

I am back on the road and in full swing!!

Actually I've been up and going for a couple of weeks now and haven't had a moment to post 🫣

I think I've responded to everyone but if I've missed you, please give me a poke!
There are 30+ clients already on the books for October so forgive me if I've forgotten you.

I still have availability for October but I suspect things will get busy once the spring grass kicks in, so please get in early to avoid disappointment.

Photo of some of my adoring fans ❤️

13/09/2024

Freezing morning at the beautiful watching sponsored rider Kirsty Van Loon Para Equestrian and her beautiful horse Red (Nero R) ❤️

Kirsty tried many saddles before falling in love with her Erreplus Connect, wanting to make sure her young horse was set up with the very best. She's been a huge fan of the brand ever since!

It's so exciting to be apart of this beautiful horses bright future ❤️

17/08/2024

The old girls back on the road 😍😍 it's been a cold two days delivering saddles but it's still my favourite part of the job!

Work resumes to normal the week after next ❤️

04/08/2024

How many Erreplus did you spot in the Olympics 😍 I can spot these stunning saddles from a mile away. Even spied a few in the eventing!

03/08/2024

I've been waiting until this was returned to post this one 😍

This older loxley on an adjustable tree was in for a full reflock and widening the channel to make it suit a completely different horse shape. Whilst it was with me, I got permission to see if I could restore the colour!
I don't think it's owner even dreamed I could get it looking this good 😍😍

No dyes or paints, just some good old oil and elbow grease!

30/07/2024

Just a little update as I know I've been MIA on socials.
July has been a mentally challenging month with two cars completely biting the dust 🫣 unfortunately, one of those was my saddlefitting van!!
With August being a little quiet on the saddle fitting front and now not having a van to work from, I've decided to pick up some extra vet shifts to pay my rather large mechanical bills.
So for the month of August, I won't be offering any routine fitting. I'm happy to see urgent appointments locally on the weekends. This may mean coming to me if you need some desperate fixes.

I will hopefully be offering up extra availability in September as I predict there will be a spring rush.

So if you need a fitting, don't be afraid to send me a message and we can work together to make a time.
Thank you all for your patience ❤️

01/07/2024

Why do I have so many stirrup leathers 🫣
So let's have a sale!!! In stock items and for this week only.
Erreplus Mono Leathers $100each (RRP $140
Brown L x 1
Brown M x 4
Brown S x 1
Black L x SOLD
Black M x 1
Black S x 1

Total Saddle Fit Slim Stability Leathers. Normally $259, now $180 😵
Black M x 1 (54")
Black L x SOLD (60")
Brown M x 1 (54")

Ovation T Bar Webber's, normally $110, now $85
Brown 28" x 2
Brown 24" x 1

Cavaletti Leathers, normally $100, now $60!!
Brown 36" x 1
Brown 48" x 3
Brown (cream stitch) 36" x 1
Black 48" x 1
Black 54" x 2
Black 60" x SOLD

21/06/2024

An early start for me tomorrow - on the road at 4:30am for two big days of fitting down the South East. No midday naps for me, it'll be flat out until I'm back on Monday so I won't be available to respond to messages over the weekend.

Hang tight, I'll be with you Monday.

18/06/2024

I'm officially set up with all your Bates fitting accessories ❤️
From gullets to girth points to replacement saddle covers, I can help fine tune the fit of your Wintecs, Arena and Bates saddles on the spot without sending you shopping for the parts!

10/06/2024

On the road again!
I will be at the club grounds all day Sunday but am available to do a trip down to Gambier and surrounds on Saturday and/or Monday (pending numbers).

29/05/2024

Perfect morning to do some girth points by the window, listening to the glorious rain 🌧 🙌

Did you know that long girth points on GP and jump saddles is a very Australian thing. In the UK they prefer short points, easier to tighten when on the horse!

22/05/2024

I had the pleasure of staying with this beautiful human on my Riverland trip! If you're wanting a dedicated and passionate horse professional to help unlock the potential of your horse then jump in on this trip 🙌
All mine are booked in 😃

Due to last minute cancellations I have two spots available this Saturday for Sports Massage in the following regions:

🐎 Mannum
🐎 Murray Bridge
🐎 Sanderston

Please get in touch if you would like to be seen 😃

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Does your saddle sit straight? Do YOU sit straight? Just like us having one leg longer or one foot bigger, our horses can have natural asymmetries too. We often see discrepancies in the sizes of a horses shoulders or hindquarters, and this can be due to any number of things - high/low heel, injuries, uneven work load etc. Ordinarily it wouldn't be a big deal, except in order to ride them, we place a rigid structure and a rider on top of them! If left uncorrected, one shoulder will impact the front of the saddle more than the other, causing our saddle to sit 'crooked' and 'twist' during movement, as is seen with this combination here. Notice how the middle point of the cantle never crosses to the left side of this horse. The saddle stays to the right despite the rider (yes that's me!) feeling like she's riding a straight line!! Some possible signs include: - Soreness in the lumbar spine or shoulders - Unwilling to go forward or falls out to one side in transitions - Falls through one shoulder, cant bend one way, trouble cantering on one side - Mystery lameness or short stepping only under saddle in one direction - Always banking to one direction after a jump - And as with anything that upsets our horses, if left for too long, they will act out louder until we listen (bucking, rearing, bolting may follow!) As a rider you may feel: - Back pain after riding - One stirrup is longer than the other - Unable to keep your pelvis straight or centered - Collapsed through one side If you're off to a wonky start this year, I'm here to help (and sympathize with you)!

Spring?? 🌱🐎😋

Follow-on from yesterday’s post as suggested in the comments 😊 This saddle was suspected to possibly have a twisted tree. When that was ruled out, I had to make sure the panels were aligned properly onto the tree, hence the elastic band and centre markings. Now all good to go back to its owner!

Is it time to have the flocking replaced in your saddle? This one was a bit overdue... 😉

Why the Performance Saddlefits team?

Take the guess work out of buying a new saddle with expert advice and stop wasting money on unsuitable saddles.