Saddle Fitting Services

Ridgemount Saddlery has a team of skilled saddle fitters, led by Christian Lowe, available to check the fit of your current saddle(s), help you with the selection of a new one, or repair and maintain your current equipment. We also work with veterinarians, acupuncturists, physiotherapists, and other professionals in taking a 'whole horse' approach to optimizing your horse's comfort and performance.

Join the growing number of horsemen who put their trust in us!

"Thanks again for all of the help you and Vicky provided. I really appreciate it...It was very interesting listening to all the things you look at when fitting a saddle."  (V.N.)
 

"Finally found time to drop a note and thank you for the wonderful visit on Friday with Jeremy, Amy, Christian and Vicky. It was a really good experience and I learned some too.  Looking forward to my saddle. Thanks again". (E.L.)

"Thanks so very much for taking such quick action re: saddle fit for my horse Kingsley. Vicky came out to the barn and she spent a lot of time going over each of the saddles with me, it was a pleasure to have met her. I have finally found a saddle which is not hurting my horse and it feels fantastic for me as well. Kingsley is going really well, finally using his back because he isn't sore. Again, heartfelt thanks for being so quick in getting me in touch with Vicky." (G.C)

“ Christian is by far one of the finest saddle fitters I know, and is very meticulous to detail.”  (Lorna Bell, Equine Sports Therapist)

“ Christian is much more than just another saddle fitter, he is a gifted teacher…I highly recommend his services for any rider dedicated to bringing out the best in their relationship with their horse.” (Chris Irwin, Equine Behaviourist)

“ I have a lot of confidence in Christian’s knowledge and experience, and depend on his attention to detail.” (Liz Steacie, F.E.I. Rider and Trainer)

" Christian’s professionalism and honest interest in horses and riders is refreshing.” (Jay Hayes, 2-time Olympic Showjumper)

" Quick email to let you know that I rode in my saddle today, and the difference is amazing. My mare seemed happier than she has in a long time. Thank-you!" (K.T)

" Just wanted to say thank you again for coming out on Friday. I had 2 super rides on Saturday and Sunday! You have no idea how thrilled I am to have my horse a happy horse again. Thanks again."  (S.G.)

DIANE CREECH

Diane rides in a Paramount Dressage saddle,
and trusts all her saddle fitting to Christian Lowe.

(Subject to Change. Please verify with contact)

Ottawa Area

melanie@ridgemountsaddlery.com

St-Lazare Area

Seminar for Ridgemount Reps

info@ridgemountsaddlery.com

St-Lazare Area

Ottawa Area

melanie@ridgemountsaddlery.com

Toronto Area

Winnipeg Area

rdpayne@escape.ca

Maritimes

Cornerstone Farms CDI at Palgrave

Blainvlle CDI, Quebec

Beaulieu Dressage Classic, Quebec

Ridgemount Consultants are also Serving these Areas:

(Buffalo, N.Y. Area)

(716) 435-6051

jbromley231@hotmail.com

Judy is a saddle fitter of all types of saddles and re-flocks wool saddles. She has completed the course on re-flocking of saddles in the USA (through the society of Master Saddlers in the UK)

She is continuing her education through the Society of Master Saddlers in England to become to become a Qualified Saddle Fitter by the SMS.

(Ontario West)

(905) 394-0960

equi-lutions@live.ca

In 2005 Holly became a certified saddle-fitter with Jochen Schleese of Schleese Saddlery Service and has worked with clients throughout North America. She completed her Master Saddlers introductory course in 2009.

Holly's background also includes 4 years as an equine veterinary assistant, and she works alongside other professionals including chiropractors, farriers and acupuncturists to further her understanding of equine back pain and its relief. She is proficient in adjusting trees, re-flocking panels and completing minor repairs on-site. Holly provides ongoing service to her clients, maintaining proper saddle fit and back health as the horse changes and develops.

When she isn’t working with clients she can be found riding her horse Whiskers or on her mountain bike training for an adventure race.

(Greater Toronto Area)

(647) 444-4704

jstringer@bell.blackberry.net

(Ottawa Area)

(613) 818-2159

melanie@ridgemountsaddlery.com

(Ontario East and Quebec)

(514) 497-8401

vicky@ridgemountsaddlery.com

Vicky is also bilingual and is happy to serve clients in French or English.

(Travel expenses outside Ontario
 to be determined)

* Prices do not include applicable taxes or shipping charges

Ridgemount Saddlery Terms and Conditions

 Saddle Orders

Orders require a 20% non-refundable deposit before they will be processed. The original consult fee will be applied to the final price of the saddle.

Payment in full, including all taxes, is due upon delivery of the saddle. The saddle remains property of Ridgemount Saddlery until paid in full.

Any concerns regarding fit or workmanship must be reported within 30 days of delivery.

One adjustment or re-fit is included in the price of the saddle. This service must be scheduled within one year of delivery and does not include the call fee.

 Delivery Times

Ridgemount Saddlery tries to ensure delivery of saddle orders within 12 weeks, but cannot be held responsible for third-party delays, including raw material shortages or shipping complications.

 Demo saddles

 Demo Saddles, if available, will be left with the client for a maximum of seven days. Demo saddles remain the property of Ridgemount Saddlery, but are the client’s responsibility during the trial period. Shipping charges, and any loss or damage to the demo saddle are the client’s responsibility. No demo saddle will be sent out without the client’s credit card details having been taken.

 Used saddles

Used saddles will have a 7-day trial period, and payment in full is due at the end of the trial period. Used saddles remain the property of Ridgemount Saddlery, but are the client’s responsibility during the trial period. Shipping charges, and any loss or damage to the used saddle are the client’s responsibility. No used saddle will be sent out without the client’s credit card details having been taken. Consult fees are not included in the price of used saddles. Used saddles are warrantied for thirty (30) days.

 Consults and Fittings

 All saddle fitting work performed by Ridgemount Saddlery and its agents is warrantied for thirty days; any concerns with the work must be reported within this time period due to the nature of horses and their ability to change. No exceptions due to weather, health, lameness, etc.

Any work performed by Sandridge on some saddle brands may void your warranty. It is the client’s responsibility to investigate this. Consults may involve a call-out fee, consult fee, and/or fees for work performed.  Payment for fees is due upon receipt.

 Saddle Repairs

 Saddle repairs will be warrantied for one year. Shipping charges are not included in the cost of repairs and are the client’s responsibility.