tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post641260075253421407..comments2024-03-23T10:59:54.394-06:00Comments on The 7MSN Ranch: Mule Barsthe7msnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01082802012105875164noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-9731171254762680472017-06-09T19:15:59.877-06:002017-06-09T19:15:59.877-06:00I have been shopping for a long time for a good sa...I have been shopping for a long time for a good saddle for my donkey and with all of these comments, I am convinced on getting a Steve Edwards saddle. Thank you all, even though these comments are at least 5 years old, it still rings true now.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03093415832093163932noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-28737649898562031372012-11-03T16:43:38.712-06:002012-11-03T16:43:38.712-06:00Thanks - very interesting.
Thanks - very interesting.<br />Adventure Horse Riding in NYShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10484536458868398746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-2175193755963244422011-05-21T11:04:53.581-06:002011-05-21T11:04:53.581-06:00I learned so much from this entry!I learned so much from this entry!Domhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00139769676714813261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-27168905250292773072011-05-19T17:19:37.719-06:002011-05-19T17:19:37.719-06:00This was fascinating, even for a laywoman like me!...This was fascinating, even for a laywoman like me! I don't ride, haven't been on a horse in at least 20 years, and have never even been close to a donkey. But I love learning from you! Are you sure Lucy wouldn't like to come visit me in Iowa? Or George or Alan, for that matter!!!<br /><br />Nancy in IowaMom Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08173057786790186340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-6911991488796575432011-05-19T15:55:05.304-06:002011-05-19T15:55:05.304-06:00I just noticed looking through the pictures again ...I just noticed looking through the pictures again that the saddle pad is cut to allow better movement of Lucy's shoulders. Are you using just one saddle pad or is there another one? <br /><br />Just full of questions for you!!Carol in Colonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-65425033825468099452011-05-19T13:21:04.114-06:002011-05-19T13:21:04.114-06:00Amazing! Thanks for all this information. I enjo...Amazing! Thanks for all this information. I enjoyed seeing smooch sneak in the photo session.<br /><br />It's a beautiful saddle. I'd heard they have very different backs, and wondered how it manifested.<br /><br />Happy riding!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13104422629934443842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-7195588494252467112011-05-19T13:04:31.054-06:002011-05-19T13:04:31.054-06:00Suzanne,Lucy seems to be walking out better in her...Suzanne,Lucy seems to be walking out better in her new saddle and isn't tripping as much - I'm sure the horse saddle was throwing my weight forward, which was causing her to trip occasionally.<br /><br />Carol, the 5" cantle on the new saddle is a little higher - that's a preference of the saddlemaker and doesn't have anything to do with fitting the mule.<br /><br />Rosanne and Carol in CO, I've been following the HPV-1 outbreak very closely. Scary stuff.<br /><br />Lisa, I'm not aware of a gaited mule/donkey saddle, but Steve did say that the skirt on his saddles is cut back enough so as not to interfere with Lucy's gait.the7msnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01082802012105875164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-83801388971214456612011-05-19T12:20:27.343-06:002011-05-19T12:20:27.343-06:00The HPV-1 virus has hit Colorado two horses have b...The HPV-1 virus has hit Colorado two horses have been put down because of it. Did you know it affects llamas and alpacas? All horse events in the state have been postponed until the end of May.Carol in Colonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-62523864856760944152011-05-19T11:55:05.400-06:002011-05-19T11:55:05.400-06:00Hi Linda.
As Lucy is gaited, is there such a thing...Hi Linda.<br />As Lucy is gaited, is there such a thing as a "gaited mule/donkey" saddle?<br />LisaLisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158639120336067776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-27902313741943642302011-05-19T11:40:58.771-06:002011-05-19T11:40:58.771-06:00I know I've said it before, but I'm so hap...I know I've said it before, but I'm so happy for you that you've found a good riding buddy. She sounds like a once in a lifetime friend. <br />SuzanneWindow On The Prairiehttp://windowontheprairie.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-18322924104934707982011-05-19T10:29:24.639-06:002011-05-19T10:29:24.639-06:00Fun post learning about the differences! Excellent...Fun post learning about the differences! Excellent job and photos! <br /><br />Yes, bling is important. Lucy will sparkle!Reenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17813380986631007962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-42412707319296093352011-05-19T10:00:15.880-06:002011-05-19T10:00:15.880-06:00I learned something new today! Never knew that sh...I learned something new today! Never knew that shoulder movement was different between horses and donkeys. I figured all equines moved basically the same. Love the new saddle! Steve is very well known around here. Lots of happy customers have his saddles. :)<br />Just a quick note-have you heard about the HPV-1 outbreak? Our vet recommends we keep our horses home until it all settles down.Rosannenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-88651363901477777082011-05-19T08:34:56.718-06:002011-05-19T08:34:56.718-06:00I knew that different saddles were required, but I...I knew that different saddles were required, but I was never sure of all of the reasons. I found the shoulder movement info to be fascinating! <br /><br />Ouch... the cost! I bet it was a pretty penny, but well worth it!Dreaminghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02113432418609414054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-26965105485143343972011-05-19T08:27:02.585-06:002011-05-19T08:27:02.585-06:00Linda, I noticed there is a difference in the cant...Linda, I noticed there is a difference in the cantle also. Your western saddle is lower and angled backward. The other saddle the cantle is angled more to the rear and higher which gives you more back support. Any other reasons for the difference? <br /><br />The front cinch is also tucked up under the fender on the new saddle also. My granddaughter did a demonstration for 4 H on saddles. I wished we would have known about donkey/mule saddles.Carol in Colonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-74411455222165923142011-05-19T08:12:31.247-06:002011-05-19T08:12:31.247-06:00Both are beautiful saddles. Very interesting abou...Both are beautiful saddles. Very interesting about the differences. Thanks for the lesson! I do love the "bling" on Miss Lucy's saddle!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-23702125776932248382011-05-19T08:05:38.878-06:002011-05-19T08:05:38.878-06:00This was interesting. I'm also thinking how h...This was interesting. I'm also thinking how handy this will be for folks who do a Google search for donkey saddles. Very clear visuals. Does it seem to make a difference for Lucy?Suzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12130159732026998535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-6756167940931489482011-05-19T06:44:05.572-06:002011-05-19T06:44:05.572-06:00Be sure to wear your bling when you ride! That sn...Be sure to wear your bling when you ride! That snazzy hat with the snake skin braid would probably look good....Nancy in NCnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-11428280747502570392011-05-19T06:42:00.067-06:002011-05-19T06:42:00.067-06:00A girl gotta have bling eh! ;-) very informative....A girl gotta have bling eh! ;-) very informative.....theresa EHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16213841528077465387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-82967010166440118912011-05-19T06:38:01.492-06:002011-05-19T06:38:01.492-06:00Leah and Estella, the new saddle fits me great. It...Leah and Estella, the new saddle fits me great. It's the same size seat as my horse saddle (16") and doesn't feel any different balance-wise.the7msnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01082802012105875164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-84734458364686746632011-05-19T06:27:57.623-06:002011-05-19T06:27:57.623-06:00A good match made in donkey heaven for Lucy's ...A good match made in donkey heaven for Lucy's back and your back end!C in WInoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-74464431969703244142011-05-19T06:27:00.843-06:002011-05-19T06:27:00.843-06:00Good job, Linda, people have a hard time understan...Good job, Linda, people have a hard time understanding why a mule and donkey need special tack than a horse. You did an excellent job in explaining and giving a visual example. Lucy is all set up now, and I'm SO proud of you for NOT purchasing the bit (I knew you would know better). SOOO how is the fit for you???Estella from Co.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-26831257718964834942011-05-19T05:00:52.178-06:002011-05-19T05:00:52.178-06:00How good of you to get a good fit for your girl. T...How good of you to get a good fit for your girl. The wrong cut of saddle would be like wearing the wrong size shoes, wouldn't it?Junehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11710135137635433217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-16534440180160275412011-05-19T04:42:13.060-06:002011-05-19T04:42:13.060-06:00Both saddles are beautiful, and wow, I sure learne...Both saddles are beautiful, and wow, I sure learned something already today. It's really got to make for a more pleasant ride for the both of you.Pat in east TNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11654095647835294718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-24127107178273465542011-05-19T04:09:53.697-06:002011-05-19T04:09:53.697-06:00Good to know. Have you actually ridden Lucy with i...Good to know. Have you actually ridden Lucy with it yet? Is it comfy for you as well?Leah Fryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18158981037468411293noreply@blogger.com