Struggling to get comfortable in the saddle? Or planning a new purchase and keen to get it right first time? Choosing the best saddle for you takes a bit of careful thought, and it's not always a ...

A saddle fitter explains what makes the perfect match for horse, rider and saddle. By Sarah Maslin Nir Sarah Maslin Nir, a staff reporter for The Times, is the author of four books on horses. When ...

Saddling a horse can be daunting, especially if it’s your first time. You may have watched others do it before, but the mechanisms of a saddle can be confusing when you try it yourself. The good news ...