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NEW STUDY CONFIRMS INFLUENCE OF SADDLE PANEL SYSTEM ON PERFORMANCE (11th, November 2010) A pilot study by Sue Carson Saddles to evaluate the effect of three different saddle panel systems on the way in which horses move, has highlighted the influence of saddle flocking on a horse’s joint motion and energy production, revealing that panels using the flair® system have a positive effect on equine movement. The study was carried out by Russell Guire of Centaur Biomechanics, whose expertise underpins the testing and evaluation of saddles used by British Team riders. Three different saddle panel systems – flocked, half flaired (with flair in front and flocking at the back) and fully flaired, were fitted to two different horses by a Sue Carson Saddle fitter. Reflective markers were attached to the horses, identifying joint centres and the horses were ridden in both rising and sitting trot. Data was captured at 50HZ using a 2D motion analysis system (Quintic Biomechanics) and all the measurements taken have been proven as reliable indicators to identify gait changes that relate to performance. In every case, results show a difference between the flocked saddle panels, compared to the half flaired and fully flaired. The differences seen show that the choice of saddle panel produces a change in joint motion and energy production within the equine gait and that the flaired saddle panel system has a positive effect on equine movement. Discussing the results, Sue Carson said, “Our saddle fitters are highly trained and can advise on which of the different saddle panel systems are best suited to individual horse and rider combinations. As they have all competed successfully at affiliated level in the various disciplines, their first hand knowledge extends to understanding what riders are working towards, both in training and competition. This study helps that understanding and confirms that the saddle panel system is an important factor in facilitating improvements in performance.” The results of the study can be found online at www.suecarsonsaddles.co.uk or for more information, please contact Sue Carson Saddles on 01629 540343. Ends
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NEW STUDY CONFIRMS INFLUENCE OF SADDLE PANEL SYSTEM ON PERFORMANCE (11th, November 2010)

A pilot study by Sue Carson Saddles to evaluate the effect of three different saddle panel systems on the way in which horses move, has highlighted the influence of saddle flocking on a horse’s joint motion and energy production, revealing that panels using the flair® system have a positive effect on equine movement.

The study was carried out by Russell Guire of Centaur Biomechanics, whose expertise underpins the testing and evaluation of saddles used by British Team riders.

Three different saddle panel systems – flocked, half flaired (with flair in front and flocking at the back) and fully flaired, were fitted to two different horses by a Sue Carson Saddle fitter. Reflective markers were attached to the horses, identifying joint centres and the horses were ridden in both rising and sitting trot.

Data was captured at 50HZ using a 2D motion analysis system (Quintic Biomechanics) and all the measurements taken have been proven as reliable indicators to identify gait changes that relate to performance.

In every case, results show a difference between the flocked saddle panels, compared to the half flaired and fully flaired. The differences seen show that the choice of saddle panel produces a change in joint motion and energy production within the equine gait and that the flaired saddle panel system has a positive effect on equine movement.

Discussing the results, Sue Carson said, “Our saddle fitters are highly trained and can advise on which of the different saddle panel systems are best suited to individual horse and rider combinations. As they have all competed successfully at affiliated level in the various disciplines, their first hand knowledge extends to understanding what riders are working towards, both in training and competition. This study helps that understanding and confirms that the saddle panel system is an important factor in facilitating improvements in performance.”

The results of the study can be found online at www.suecarsonsaddles.co.uk or for more information, please contact Sue Carson Saddles on 01629 540343.

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