31/05/2026
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Det är inte alltid sadeln som är problemet.
💭I suspect this blog won’t be popular with some people…
But I think some riders are being convinced they need a new saddle when what they really need is better pelvic control, stability, body awareness and understanding of how their body works in the saddle.
That’s not to say saddle fit doesn’t matter. It absolutely does, and the saddle must fit the horse first.
However, once that’s been achieved, I do wonder whether we’ve started overcomplicating rider saddle fit.
A rider needs a saddle that allows them to sit comfortably on their seat bones, accommodates their size and leg length, and allows them to maintain balance and access the movement needed for riding. Beyond that, I’m not convinced some of the increasingly specific rider fitting theories are supported by the level of evidence people assume they are.
Years ago, runners were commonly told they needed a specific type of shoe based on whether they pronated or supinated. The theory sounded logical, but the evidence didn’t really support it. Modern advice is far more likely to focus on whether the shoe is comfortable, appropriate for the activity and allows the movement needed for running.
I sometimes wonder whether rider saddle fitting is at risk of going down the same path.
I’ve just written a blog on why I think rider saddle fitting may be becoming increasingly theoretical, why I think rider function is often being overlooked, and why I believe developing the rider’s physical ability is often more important than finding a saddle to compensate for a lack of it.
Interested to hear people’s thoughts on this one.
Link in comments.
