Are Kent and masters the same as Thorowgood?
Kent and Masters, and Thorowgood are an extremely popular British manufacturer. Both brands are from the same family, and as such have similar model variances. The main difference between Kent and Masters Vs Thorowgood is the material the saddles are made from which also impacts the price of the saddles.
Are Thorowgood saddles comfortable?
Thorowgood dressage saddles feature the changeable gullet system along with changeable girth straps, helping to achieve the best fit possible. Thorowgood T4’s feature a suede effect seat covering, and knee-pads, which is both non-slip and comfortable for the rider.
What is a compact saddle?
Compared to our Standard GP model, the Compact GP is compact for its size,has a neat seat, slimmer rear gussets and the tree is shorter and slightly flatter on the underside. This saddle is ideal for shorter backed, croup high or flat backed horses.
What are Thorowgood saddles flocked with?
As well as changeable gullet bars and girth straps, Thorowgood saddles feature two reinforced flocking slots at the front and rear, allowing for quick adjustments within the panel. Perfect for your saddler to carry out a bit of fine tuning when your horse changes shape.
Where are Thorowgood saddles made?
England
Thorowgood saddles are designed to fit different horse conformations including cob types, standard builds and high withered horses. Thorowgood has 30 years of saddle making expertise in Walsall, the saddle-making capital of England, NOT mass-manufactured in the Far East or India.
Are Thorowgood saddles leather?
Thorowgood suggest the T8 is a hybrid saddle consisting of a quality leather outer (seat, knee pads, flaps) providing the feel of riding on an all leather saddle, with a synthetic under keeping this saddle lightweight, and easy to maintain.
Are Thorowgood saddles adjustable?
These saddles are lightweight and are easily adjustable with the changeable gullet bar system and wool flocking.
What does MGC mean on a saddle?
Medium Wither GP Compact
MGC stands for Medium Wither GP Compact. The Compact model is perfect for petite or slim riders with narrower hips.
What does MGP stand for in Thorowgood saddle?
GP Saddles
| HGC | Compact GP high wither |
|---|---|
| MGA | Anatomic GP |
| MGC | Compact GP standard wither |
| MGD | GPD standard wither (discontinued 2011) |
| MGP | GP standard wither |
What is a T4 saddle?
T4 Compact GP This saddle is built on a slightly flatter tree, with compact, slimline panels that allow the rider to feel closer to the horse. A true to size seat, which does feel different to the Original GP, suiting petite riders or those with narrower hips.
What is the Thorowgood fish system?
The Fish system enables riders to customise the width of their saddle within seconds to ensure the ultimate fit, all year round. No tools are needed and the shape of the tree remains the same to follow the contours of your horse’ back, with the width adjusted to accommodate slight weight fluctuations.