Bay Saddlery Ltd

25/11/2025

Working With Connie’s…

I work with many Connie’s which really vary in shapes and sizes, the largest being 17hh!!

So even though they all have differences, they all also share some of the following…

🐴. Wide Spine
🐴. Shorter Backs
🐴. Big Active Shoulder
🐴. Well Sprung Rib Cage
🐴. Forward Girth Groove
🙃. Grey

And if all of these points are not catered for, You are likely to have saddle issues, anything from…

saddle slip,
tightness around the wither and shoulder.
Saddle sitting too long
Saddle moving forward
Saddle out of balance/too low at the back.

This may then cause…

Unhappy ponio when seeing saddle
Hollowing
Dipping in back
So unable to lift and work in turnout line
Tightness from chops to tail
Shorter stride
Unhappy to canter so a rushed choppier transition and maybe a buck.
They don’t have the top line you would expect.

And the list goes on.

If your struggling, feel free to contact me Jane on 07971019225

But I’m pleased to say that this beautiful boy, since having his new comfy saddle is able to work very well and has transformed his way of going and overall posture and topline…

He and his owner Daisy are going from strength to strength, even in the wet, blustery weather !!!
They look truly fantastic!!!🤩

No matter how small or large,

23/11/2025

Older horses are not disposible. It's our duty to take care of them as they grow older.

22/11/2025

Dressage Saddle…

Super Comfy
Secure
And Beautiful…

20/11/2025

A Super Smart Hybrid Dressage

Show Saddle…

18/11/2025

16/11/2025

“Black Friday Freebie Deal…”

Beautiful Bundle From Bay…

Anatomic Short Girth
Dressage Saddle Pad
Luxury Leathers

All free when you order a saddle from now till the end of the month.

Free is always better than a discount …with a value of £350…🤩

Conditions apply, just ask

Please help spread the word and share… Thank You…x

14/11/2025

So That You Know..

I Don’t Just Check My Own Saddles, I Can Check Your Own Saddles Too.. :)

Thought I would post this as I get asked this a lot…!

Not everyone needs/wants a new saddle, that’s why I’m happy to work with your own saddle too.

Saddles checks are so important, especially seasonally, to catch changes before they may cause a problem.

Do you remember when your last check was…?

Happy to help, contact me; Jane on 07971019225

-check

13/11/2025

Super Soft & Comfy, Beautiful & Super Secure…

Fancy a test ride…? You can get in touch with me,
Jane on 07971019225

11/11/2025

Riding Post Having Developed Disabilities…

An absolutely awful thing for anyone to go through, which can you leave you with both emotional and physical changes to deal with.

I work with clients that are at various stages of getting back in the saddle. Everyone is going through their own individual journey for a variety of reasons.

But feeling safe, balanced and secure in the saddle is so important.
Especially when your balance, strength and confidence may have been taken away from you.

Everyone will need their saddle individual adapted to suit.

A simple thing, but adding addition back blocks on Velcro can make a huge different to your balance and how you feel mentally about riding, making you feel more confident.

These saddles were designed for exactly this reason, giving the lower leg more support and stability. The block could be replaced with little covers when no longer needed.
Blocks can be any size and shape to give you the best feeling, and added to any model.

I work very closely with Bliss Of London to provide the best options possible…

You may well be pleasantly surprised how good you can feel in a saddle, a real elixir you didn’t even know you needed…!

10/11/2025

Another Happy Connie in his new home and new saddle…

Please ensure your Connie is comfy in their saddle, they are such kind stoic souls they may not tell you if they are unhappy.

They have …
A wide base of wither, so ensure they have an open “u” shape gullet.

They have a big active shoulder, so ensure the point of the tree doesn’t dig in, if it’s tight when they are standing it will be even tighter when they are moving.

Their spines are wide , so ensure your saddle doesn’t have a skinny channel.

They have (usually) shorter backs. So ensure their saddle isn’t too long. But also don’t squeeze yourself into a seat that’s too small for you!

Make sure you understand what profile shape your tree has, and that it conforms to their back.

If they are comfy, they will lift their backs, lengthen their stride, soften in their bodies, throughout, turn more easily, and generally work in a softer outline, and so the positivity continues.

This lovley young lady and her Connie are just starting their journey together, and today was a positive step forward for them both…