Argghhh on the fit issues. If I had confidence it would fix the problem I'd buy a new saddle for him but I don't. The adjustable fit (with special fit pads) seem to work for a lot of folks but I can't stand the thought of spending that kind of scratch on a saddle where the cheap construction ends up with screws poking the horse if the rider misses a problem and I think the poking screw is not visible with the saddle lining. I will try shimming my saddle pads to be thinner at the spine to hopefully even up the saddle pressure and if I can't get that right will start looking for a seller/fitter for expert help.
I found out that Tanza has more bottom than I thought. He was acting tired to start the last loop and then M came riding up on his nice bay horse and Tanza was like "oh I enjoy cruising with Rocky" and was trotting fast and cantering quite a bit and was still in great form at the finish. If I can get the saddle fit really good so Tanza's back stays comfortable he will be awesome. It was a hot day yesterday and I was close to done in by the end of the ride. Did get Tanza back to the trailer with food and water before I had to lay down for a bit.
I must restock my trailer with snack foods and buy string cheese for the next ride. Also need to restock my salt and minerals for Tanza and get horse feed. I'll probably just take 1/2 a bag of Eq Sr instead of packing up buckets since Razz will be along and we'll be about 4 days.
I should water some things today and perhaps I'll get a bit done but my scalp is demanding I shower first and really scrub with some baking soda. Sky is teasing that it may rain and water things but it usually doesn't amount to a good watering out here.
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