Finding Your Ideal Fender Length

When you get a new saddle one of the first things you have to deal with is setting your fender length. Whether you are riding English or Western, here are some guidelines to follow to get an approximate starting length.

Getting Started On The Ground

Before you even step into the saddle you can start on the ground. Put one hand’s fingertips under the seat jockey right where the fender goes into the tree. With the other hand pull the bottom of the stirrup up to the armpit. Adjust...