GerdaCavalo

07/03/2025

Back to the classroom 🤓 I had a few days training with Bates Saddles and I absolutely loved it! Massive thank you to the team, it was extremely valuable and interesting 🙌🏻 I am super pleased with the results and cannot wait to bring them to you and your horse ❤️

18/02/2025

12/02/2025

Finally - Albion Saddlemakers Co. Ltd day! One of the most beloved saddles in the UK 🤍 I ride in one and I constantly see one with my clients and colleagues. It was a fantastic day learning about the research that’s been done about the riders seat, upgrades in the saddles and their range. Thank you Star Saddles for organising this 💙 I can officially state that I partner with Albion and I am more that excited to bring them to you! 🙌🏻 Gerda Janeliūnaitė

12/02/2025

Finally - day! One of the most beloved saddles in the UK 🤍 I ride in one and I constantly see one with my clients and colleagues. It was a fantastic day learning about the research that’s been done about the riders seat, upgrades in the saddles and their range. Thank you for organising this 💙 I can officially state that I partner with Albion and I am more that excited to bring them to you! 🙌🏻

04/02/2025

Guys, be ready for a photo bomb! It’s been a year since I’ve officially qualified as a saddle fitter, and it’s still one of the best decisions I’ve made ❤️ but there’s been a cherry on the cake 🍒 - I’ve been invited to the Saddlery Show Case 2025. It was a spectacular event where I received an official recognition from Equine Fitters Directory . It is an independent non profit company, established by the Worshipful Company of Loriners. In my profession it means the world to me!
It is a great honour to be a part of it and I am forever grateful to my academy - International Academy of Saddle Fitters 🤍 You’ve opened the door to a whole new world, full of knowledge and support. The best part was seeing my tutors again and receiving my diploma from the hands of Lisa Fay and Williams Fox Pitt ❤️
Central London, Saddlers Company & Saddlers Hall
As they say: Thank you, more please 🙏

04/02/2025

Guys, be ready for a photo bomb! It’s been a year since I’ve officially qualified as a saddle fitter, and it’s still one of the best decisions I’ve made ❤️ but there’s been a cherry on the cake 🍒 - I’ve been invited to the Saddlery Show Case 2025. It was a spectacular event where I received an official recognition from . It is an independent, non profit company, established by the Worshipful Company of Loriners. In my profession it means the world to me!
It is a great honour to be a part of it and I am forever grateful to my academy - International Academy of Saddle Fitters 🤍 You’ve opened the door to a whole new world, full of knowledge and support. The best part was seeing my tutors again and receiving my diploma from the hands of Lisa Fay and Williams Fox Pitt ❤️ .foxpitt
Central London, Saddlers House 🤩 As they say: Thank you, more please 🙏

04/02/2025

25/01/2025

✨NEW✨ Listed Equine Fitter

NEW MEMBER:

Gerda is an independent saddle, bit, bridle and harness fitter with over 20 years of experience working with horses. Accredited by Lantra and International Academy of Saddle Fitters.

Gerda’s harness knowledge: she has worked with an International team driver and National champion for 4 years, and continues to work with driving horses, alongside coachmen and film horses.
Gerda provides her services in both the UK and Lithuania. She is based in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.

Find out more about Gerda here - https://www.equinefittersdirectory.org/directory/gerda-janeliunaite/



GerdaCavalo Lantra International Academy of Saddle Fitters

23/01/2025

12/01/2025

Exiting news! 🥳📯😍 My dear clients, from now on I am offering a Pay-in-3 instalments, free of interest with PayPal!
I have created an e-shop on my website, please have a look! 👇It will not be a big shop, I am not planning to stock multiple saddles (I'll rather source out the right one for you!), but we can use this platform if you need to pay in few instalments x Hope this helps!

And I will take a moment to thank all of my clients for trusting me 🙌 You are wonderful! 🤍

Check my website:

08/01/2025

**𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗡 𝗘𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗩𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗟**

𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴

Clayton, H.M *, Williams, Murray, R., J.M., Nixon, J., Fisher, M., Fisher, D., Walker, V., MacKechnie-Guire, R

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 (read without a subscription):

https://beva.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/evj.14451

For the past four years, we have investigated the pressures beneath nosebands adjusted from 2.0 to 0.0 finger tightness with 0.0 finger tightness indicating that the noseband was touching but not compressing the skin.

In this study we measured pressures beneath the noseband when horses were standing still and when the ingested and chewed a treat.

The research addresses the concern that poor noseband adjustment could create high pressures that may risk pain or tissue damage. This study, along with our previous one, provide quantitative data regarding pressures associated with different degrees of noseband tightness.

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀:

🐴 Sub-noseband pressures were highest under the mandibles followed by the sides of the nasal bones.

🐴 All horses willingly ingested and chewed a treat at all noseband tightness levels.

🐴 Noseband pressures were higher when chewing a treat vs. standing at all noseband settings.

🐴 There was no difference in noseband pressure between 2.0 and 1.5 finger tightness when standing or chewing a treat.

🐴Eye temperature and blink rate, which are indicators of pain/discomfort, did not change when the noseband was tightened.

🐴 Even at the tightest setting (0:0 fingers = noseband just touching the skin NOT compressing), maximal noseband pressures were considerably lower than those reported to cause pain/discomfort.

As always, this is a team effort. Thank you to our research assistants, riders, owners and horses.

Thank you to our funders, World Horse Welfare, British Equestrian, Canadian Sport Horse Association, The Worshipful Company of Saddlers and Hartpury University.

05/11/2024

Imagine how many families it could save. 🤯

05/11/2024

Exciting news! 🐎 Arena saddles have launched a Monoflap Jump saddle 🤩

The single-flap design offers an intimate feel, allowing you to maintain a balanced and supportive seat. The external support blocs ensure effortless positioning throughout your ride.

🤙 Contact me for a trial and saddle fitting appointment

🎁 Special offer 🎁 - Purchase an Arena Monoflap Jump saddle and receive a FREE saddle pad! While stock lasts.

Gerda Janeliūnaitė

04/08/2024

🚨HUGE SALE on Stride Free Saddles! Now only £1599 (RRP £4,000)!🚨

We still have some beautiful models available.

Select models and colours only. Grab yours before the new models arrive later this year!👀

Contact the office Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to
5:30 pm, at 01403 759659 to make an appointment with your local certified Stride Free fitter.

ONLY on sale due to new models coming later this year.

03/08/2024

07/07/2024

This week I had a very interesting project: replacing the rear balancing strap connected to the tree. This saddle belongs to a horseman and stunt rider Christopher Cox. To carry out this repair I had to remove the panels and seat to gain access to the tree. The replacement strap is bridle leather lined with nylon webbing for longevity. Big thank you to for supervision and advice!

30/06/2024

🔧 Are Prestige Saddles Adjustable? 🐴

Yes, although they aren’t an adjustable gullet bar saddle, you can’t easily change the width of your saddle at home, so we wouldn't describe them as adjustable saddles. However, Prestige Approved Fitter or Prestige themselves can adjust them. Prestige saddles are renowned for their exceptional adjustability, making them a top choice for riders who prioritise fit and comfort for their horses.

🔹 Custom Fit: The tree of a Prestige saddle can be adjusted by authorised Prestige Fitters, accommodating changes in your horse’s shape over time.
Adjustments can be made up or down by 2 cm from the original size.

🔹 Versatility: Whether you have a young horse still developing or a seasoned equine athlete, a Prestige saddle can adapt to meet their evolving needs, ensuring optimal performance and comfort.

🔹 Professional Adjustment: Adjustments should only be made by Prestige-approved trained professionals using specialised equipment to maintain the saddle’s integrity and ensure precise modifications.

🔹 Quality Craftsmanship: Prestige saddles are crafted with high-quality materials and meticulous attention to detail, providing durability and long-lasting comfort for both horse and rider.

If your Prestige saddle is also on the flocked panels, your fitter can make minor adjustments to the fit using flocking as well!

To learn more and find your next Prestige saddle check out thesaddlebank.com/brands/prestige