Versafit Saddle Pads

06/05/2026

The 4B's… They're the 4 key things to know when using our saddle and pad equipment.
In fact, they're basically ALL you need to know.
Watch this video, and in under 3 minutes, you'll be given some information that could change the game!

🐴✨Our founder Letitia Glenn breaks down the VersaFit™ Saddle Pad System using her horse FLASH as the perfect example of how to create comfort and freedom un...

06/02/2026

ATTENTION EQUINE CHARITIES…
We're about to conduct a major clearance of pre-loved and TaperShims from our test ride program.
Being able to gift these to selected equine charities allows us to spread the feeling of comfort under saddle to our most vulnerable of 4 legged friends.
If you're a registered charity with a valid US IRS Code 501(c)3, be sure you've submitted a request to be considered.
English and Western available.
Click the link below to access our registration form.

https://www.cognitoforms.com/NHS20/CharityDonation

05/28/2026

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05/25/2026

Is a dry spot under your saddle pad bad news?
💡 The Golden Rule: It’s all about the size and type of the spot. It can be hard to know what is a problem and what is normal uneven sweat… Here's a tip to get your thinking.

✅ Large Dry Zones: If the dry area is broad, it’s usually nothing to worry about.
Our VersaFit™ pads feature breathable IDX cores and a tec-felt underside that wicks sweat away and downward. Combined with a non-breathable closed-cell shim, a broad dry area just means the pad is doing its job!

⚠️ The Pressure Spot: If you spot a small, distinct dry circle/patch the size of a silver dollar or a little larger (think a small donut), that is a concern. It means you have a focal point of HIGH pressure that is stopping sweat production. This can lead to permanent damage in the form of 'white hairs' on your horse's coat if you don't act NOW.

Got questions about your horse's sweat patterns? Unsure what you're looking at?
Send us an email with some images via our website, and we can offer free saddle fit advice.
If you'd like a Free Saddle Fit Evaluation, we have a 100% no-obligation, human-powered service on our website. 🐴

*These images we came across while scrolling in saddle fit advice groups on Facebook. Don't risk advice from novices. Trust your horse's health to expert & trained saddle fitters, saddle makers, and body workers only. *

05/15/2026

Go behind the scenes! This is from a Virtual Saddle Fit with Letitia Glenn (our founder) and Sarah P of Kansas.
Is your horse saying YES or NO to you? It could be your saddle setup.
We offer FREE saddle advice on our website, or you can arrange to have a Virtual Saddle Fitting session. For those within proximity to Ocala/Orlando Florida, we can even visit you and your horse/s.
https://naturalhorsemansaddles.com/product-category/saddle-fitting-services-tools/

05/12/2026

Why the "Tape Measure & Gullet Measurement" is Failing Your Horse 🐴📏
We get asked all the time: "What is the measurement across the gullet in inches?"
It’s a fair question, but here’s the honest truth: Measuring straight across the gullet is actually somewhat meaningless.
If you’ve been struggling to find a saddle that fits, here is why that single number isn't giving you the full story:

1. It’s about Intersection, not just Width
A measurement in inches doesn't account for where your horse’s body actually intersects with the saddle. Different horses meet the tree at different heights and levels. A "7-inch" gullet on one brand can feel completely different from a "7-inch" on another because of the tree's depth and arch.

2. Angles & Inches
Our saddles are designed with unique gullet angles and flatter bars that we perfected after testing countless prototypes. While other saddles might have a narrow "V" shape that pinches, our design offers a U-shaped room specifically evolved for broad-backed horses—from Icelandics to Shires.

3. The Custom Fit Solution: VersaFit™
Because every horse is unique (and changes shape throughout the year!), we don’t rely on a static measurement. Instead, our saddles are part of a system. Our saddles + VersaFit™ Saddle Pads and Shims ensure a customized fit every time you tack up.
Adaptive Support: The VersaFit™ system allows the saddle to accommodate the horse in motion, flex with bulging muscles, and lift the front off the working shoulder.
Precision Balancing: Using TaperShim™, you can instantly adjust the balance for asymmetries or topline changes, providing the "squish and support" needed for maximum comfort.

The Bottom Line: A saddle should be a dynamic interface, not a rigid measurement. By combining our specialized U-shaped gullets with the VersaFit™ Pad & Shim System, you get a tailor-made fit that respects your horse's movement.

Stop guessing with a tape measure and start fitting for freedom! Visit the link in our bio to explore the VersaFit™ range and take our FREE SADDLE FIT EVALUATION on our website 🔗 www.contoursaddlery.com

Or, explore our basic 4 B's principles here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=of24RaQ5BMk

05/11/2026

❤️ We hope every Mother, or Mother figure, had a lovely Mother's Day!❤️

05/08/2026

Give your horse gear a glow up.
This Letitia Wade Western Saddle doesn’t just look amazing, it’s what it does for your horse’s movement and freedom that really makes it special.
Built with Contour Saddlery’s SmartFlex Foundation and used In conjunction with the VersaFit™️ Saddle pad system, this Letitia Wade becomes a customizable saddle that can fit multiple horses with ease.
Learn how it works, and you can become your own saddle fitter! Diagnose and adjust your own saddle anytime.

Learn more.
www.contoursaddlery.com

05/06/2026

🔥🐴 Spring is in full bloom! Has your saddle/saddle pad had the dust off, ready for a few big seasons of riding?
HERE IS YOUR SADDLE CARE CHECKLIST to ensure you and it remain in top form in warmer weather.

• Give your Saddle Pad/Cinches regular cleaning through the seasons
• Keep saddles out of the sun where possible
• Clean dust/dirt from leather before it dries it out
• Nourish + protect to prevent cracking
• Wax Wear, if you have it, should be cleaned and re-impregnated with wax
• Brush sweat + dirt from felt/fleece undersides
• Use a dehumidifier in humid climates

If you want more details on products we suggest or more specific care instructions for our products, you'll find many saddle care articles on our website.
Like this one! https://naturalhorsemansaddles.com/saddle-care-for-different-weather/

And don't forget… Check your replaceable parts!
Latigos, billets, cinches/girths, fenders, and stirrup leathers.
If they fail, it could result in an OH NO situation you could have avoided.
If you need anything for your saddle, reach out, and we can assist.

Keep yourself and your horse safe with regular inspections.
Happy riding, happy horses.

05/04/2026

When your saddle is too small for your horse, you invite TROUBLE! 😈
Just like you wouldn't be happy or comfortable in shoes 👠 that were too small, your horse isn't happy in a saddle that is too small either. Most riders look at saddle fit for themselves… but what about the horse? A saddle that’s too small doesn’t just feel 'cramped', it can create a chain reaction of problems in the horse’s body and behaviour.
What actually happens when a saddle is too small? 🤷‍♀️
• Pressure on withers, shoulders, and back. A small saddle concentrates weight in all the wrong places, creating soreness and long‑term discomfort.
• Restricted shoulder movement. If the saddle blocks the scapula, the horse can’t lift, reach, or move freely. This affects every gait/every transition.
• Back pain + muscle damage. Tight panels and limited space lead to bruising, muscle atrophy, and chronic tension through the topline.
• Behaviour changes: Bucking, rearing, rushing, refusing to move… “naughty” behaviours are simply pain responses.
• Slippage + instability. A small saddle rarely sits where it should, increasing the risk of slipping sideways or backwards.
• Uneven weight distribution. This is where pressure sores, white hairs, and tissue damage begin.
• Reduced performance. A horse in discomfort won’t stretch, lift, or engage. Freedom disappears, and so does willingness.

The VersaFit™ saddle pad system by Contour Saddlery enhances that fit by protecting the most critical area of all: the shoulders. When the shoulders can move freely, the entire body unlocks, stride length improves, the back lifts, and the horse becomes more supple and relaxed. And our saddles [Natural Horseman Saddles, Glenn Saddles, Parelli Saddles] are designed to be extra generous, giving the horse the room it needs to move as nature intended. 🐎

It’s the most overlooked part of saddle fit… and the most important.
If you are unsure if your saddle fits your horse, we can help! Take a look at our FREE Saddle Fit Evaluation on our website. contoursaddlery.com