Saddle Connection

20/09/2024

Need an appointment? Fill out this saddle appointment form. We are currently scheduling for the end of October.

08/07/2024

A good reminder for us all!

We all know how vital it is to have the right equipment, but what does it have to do with safety? Well, the truth is, you need to check your saddle regularly to ensure it's safe for both you and your horse. 🛡️

Our member BLISS OF LONDON - Saddle makers of distinction has shared an excellent graphic with crucial points that you need to be checking regularly!

You can help prevent accidents and ensure a comfortable ride for your horse. 🏇

Stay tuned for more top tips, the latest knowledge, and news about innovations introduced to the equestrian market by the companies participating in the campaign. Plus, we'll have fantastic prizes up for grabs in our social media competitions! 🏆

This year, our Summer of Safety also receives tremendous support from BETA members.
Remember, always SHOP WHERE YOU SEE THE BETA SIGN to get professional advice and service! 🏪

02/07/2024

The Bliss of London Paramour Eventer is an amazing close contact mono-panel jump saddle. What is a mono-panel design? It is even more close contact than a monoflap. Saddle Connection now has a beautiful cocoa Paramour Event saddle in stock. Who wants to try it?

Picture perfect!
The Bliss Paramour Eventer in nubuck.

20/05/2024

Please check your billets each time you ride and reach out if they are needing to be replaced.

28/04/2024

We are currently booking appointments for the end of May. If you need your saddle checked before show season or are looking for a new saddle, reach out today for an appointment.

09/02/2024

What is your favorite custom detail? I love the metallic stirrup keeper, subtle and lovely!!!

02/02/2024

30/01/2024

The Bliss of London Loxley Dressage Saddle. Deep seat and large supportive block. Available in stock today on a hoop tree and an adjustable tree.

It is easily customizable to fit you and your horse by ordering options that work best for you both, seat depth, seat cushioning, block size, flap angles, luxury leathers, and correct tree shape and width to fit your horse. Available for local trials and to try during saddle fitting appointments.

Starting at $3060 for dual flap with full hide leather and $4175 for monoflap with calf skin leather.

28/01/2024

The Ideal & WRS Valentino is a great close contact jump saddle with a wood spring tree and wool flocked panels. It has a flat seat and smaller blocks and grippy leather. Currently in stock in a 17 Wide and a 17.5 Wide and available for local trials or to try during saddle fitting appointments. $2700.

27/01/2024

For everyone that loved the Loxley Foxhunter Jump Saddle posted last week, here is the dark brown one I have in stock. It has cream details, an adjustable tree and velcro blocks. A classic design that works well for flat work, trail riding, and small jumps. Available for local trials or to try during saddle fitting appointments. 2022 model $2500

21/01/2024

This T&T jump is just stunning with the buffalo and calf skin leather. Currently in stock at Saddle Connection in dark brown standard hide leather and size 17 or 18in.

The T&T has an adjustable tree making it a great option for growing and developing horses.

21/01/2024

Beautiful two tone color combo!! This is the Loxley Fox hunter. Currently in stock at Saddle Connection in the dark brown and an adjustable tree, 17, 17.5 or 18in. It is a great deeper seat jump saddle or all purpose saddle.

Claret or cocoa? How about both!

Custom options are also available for our bridlework and accessories so that you can compliment your saddle - treat yourself✨

https://www.bliss-of-london.com/product-category/bridles-accessories/

19/01/2024

ETA: This spot has been filled. Thank you to everyone that reached out. I'm currently scheduling for mid-February so reach out now to get an appointment.

Anyone in the Fort Collins or Loveland area need a saddle check or fitting? I just had a cancellation for Monday afternoon.

08/01/2024

On this very cold, snowy day, when all appointments had to be rescheduled, I wanted to share a few reminders about winter appointments.

1. I'm traveling from Larkspur so all the "Palmer Divide" storms can affect my ability to travel.
2. If there is significant snow fall or temperatures are expected to be below 25 degrees, we will likely need to reschedule.
3. If there is no indoor arena and the ground is frozen, we might need to reschedule.
4. If you horse is sore, lame, sick, has just thrown a shoe, or has body work scheduled in the 24 hours before the appointment, we may need to reschedule.

When in doubt, please reach out. I'm trying to leave a little room in my schedule so I can reschedule appointments quickly. I will also reach out if I see that the weather conditions are going to be bad. Thank you all for your understanding.

23/12/2023

01/12/2023

PLEASE NOTE: BEWARE OF SCAMMERS. We will NOT ask you to click on ANY link or ask for ANY bank details.

❄️It’s giveaway time at Bliss of London! ❄️

The Bliss of London Christmas Advent Calendar!! Each day we will add something to our advent tree in a free giveaway. That’s 12 prizes to give away 🎄

Day 1 is a £20 Gift Voucher to spend at Bliss
To enter, simply like and comment on the post - Please feel free to share and tag your friends too!
Winner to be drawn at random Monday 4th December, closing date GMT noon Sunday 3rd December.
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Please note: This giveaway is in no way sponsored or endorsed with Facebook or Instagram, please be cautious and aware of any fraudulent pages. We will not ask for any payment or claims through a link.

01/12/2023

NOTE: PLEASE BE AWARE OF SCAMS - we will NOT contact you in any form before Friday 5th January (and only then if you have won) DO NOT click any links or messages that may refer to this competition.

**COMPETITION TIME – WIN A BLISS OR LOXLEY SADDLE**
We are giving the opportunity to WIN A BLISS OR LOXLEY SADDLE OF YOUR CHOICE!!!

To be in with the chance of winning, all you have to do to is ‘Like’ the Post itself and ‘Like’ our page.
Please also comment with the name of your favourite Saddle Fitter and their business name, the one with the most votes will also be winning a special prize from us too! We are unable to allocate votes to businesses alone with multiple fitters to make this fair!
Closing date, Friday 5th January.

NOTE: PLEASE BE AWARE OF SCAMS - we will NOT contact you in any form before Friday 5th January (and only then if you have won) DO NOT click any links or messages that may refer to this competition. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.
This is open to everyone all over the world and if you have a local Bliss saddle fitter we will arrange for this to be fitted as well.
For terms and conditions visit:
https://www.bliss-of-london.com/win-a-bliss-or-loxley-saddle-2024/

07/11/2023

26/10/2023

**THURSDAY RESEARCH MEME**

Todays meme relates to the rider biomechanics.

Horses develop a locomotor strategy to compensate for rider asymmetry. After inducing rider asymmetry by shortening one stirrup (B), we found that horses altered their movement patterns and increased limb loading.

These locomotor strategies reinforce the importance of rider symmetry and correct rider biomechanics.

🤓

www.centaurbiomechanics.co.uk/blog/

21/10/2023

Believe in yourself!!

“There are people less qualified than you doing the things you
want to do simply because they chose to believe in themselves”

21/10/2023

Saddle twist matters to the rider and the horse!

**THURSDAY RESEARCH MEME**

Todays meme relates to the saddle twist/waist for the rider AND horse.

Some riders prefer a narrow twist/waist of the saddle to optimise hip function, comfort and to be closer to the horse. Whilst this maybe useful, it is important that the twist/waist of the saddle is suitable and can accommodate the horse’s conformation and back shape

Previously in trot, jump and gallop we have shown that areas of high pressure in the region of T10-T13 (region of the twist/waist) can have a significant affect on equine locomotion. Reinforcing the importance and complexities of correct saddle fit for both horse and rider
🤓

www.centaurbiomechanics.co.uk/blog/