Collegiate Dressage Saddles?

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I'm thinking of buying a dressage saddle, and I was wondering if anyone can give me any advice about the Collegiate Dressage saddles. How good are they? How well do they fit your horse? Are they worth their price tag? Are they a good first dressage saddle? How strongly would you recommend them?

Please, can only people who own or have owned a Collegiate dressage saddle answer?
Thank you!

lori · Accepted Answer

I've used the Collegiate and liked it well enough.  A lady that I know has one and she loves it.  A nice thing about some of the newer ones is that you can adjust the gullet as your horse changes shape with it's fitness level.

? · Answer

I have a collegiate AP. I am very pleased with the way it fits my horse. It's comfortable, and it's a great quality for the affordable price. I definitely recommend you give the collegiate a shot. Just keep in mind that fit is very individual to horse and rider. Just because a saddle fits me and my horse well, does not mean it's the best choice for you and your horse. Here are some great resources to help you decide if a saddle is the right fit for your horse or not: 
http://www.schleese.com/9PointCheckList
http://horses.about.com/od/saddlesandsaddlefit/ss/withertracing.htm

Anonymous · Answer

i owned this saddle about 2 years ago and then it got stolen, fit my horse well ( after the saddle fitter) it was so comfy and had a really nice deep seat that put me in a great position

Collegiate Dressage Saddles?

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