Choosing a western saddle is not just about the name stamped on the leather. A good saddle must support the rider, fit the horse, hold up under regular use, and match the type of riding you plan to do … read more

McCall saddles are an American hand made western saddle. McCalls are offered in Wade, ranch, roping, and all around styles made on a wood tree, strong enough for daily ranch work. The lightweight McLi … read more

The main types of western horse bits are snaffle bits, curb bits (including shanked and correction varieties), and hackamores. Snaffle bits apply direct pressure and suit horses in early training; cur … read more

You are standing in the tack room with a new saddle pad in one hand and a saddle blanket in the other, and you are unsure which one your horse actually needs. While each has their specific purpose, sa … read more

A properly fitting saddle is one of the most important pieces of your horse’s comfort, performance, and long-term health. Unfortunately, saddle fit is often misunderstood, oversimplified, or ove … read more

A saddle tree is the rigid internal frame that determines how a western saddle fits your horse’s back. Tree width is measured at the gullet, The belief is that this controls how the saddle sits … read more