Black forest treeless saddle

I'd been wanting to try a treeless saddle for some time now, in particular on PT our Arabian stallion. After searching the web I found Black Forest saddles, I like the price point and the info I found on their website. I called because their saddles can't be ordered online, I thought that was interesting. They say it's because they like to talk with their customers, and I'd say that is true. All my questions were answered in short order and I had a saddle on the way the next morning.

I've spent better than 20 hours in the saddle now and I love it. It would seem PT likes it also. He's pretty easy going and I wasn't really trying to fix anything with him other than I didn't have a saddle that fit him well. I do think he moves into a lope easier and he's movement feels more free flowing. The longest ride has been about seven hours in the saddle and I couldn't detect any discomfort in his back over the next few days. We have ridden easy trails, difficult off trail terrain and some arena work. In all cases I've felt more than secure enough in the saddle.

I purchased their saddle pad and cinch also, the sweat marks have been perfect even on longer rides. The cinch had billet keepers and several broke on a ride in some pretty ugly oak brush. I sent an email to Black Forest and they had a replacement in the mail the next morning. The replacement cinch had upgraded keepers and I've had no further problems. Did I mention the customer service is outstanding? Well it is!