New saddle to me

We went down to the Goreville Livestock and tack auction in Goreville, Illinois a couple of months ago.  We picked up a thick neoprene saddle pad, a used leather saddle, and also a few other items and paid $120.00 for everything.  Not a bad deal.  I highly recommend checking out your local auctions if you want to save some money.



I really wanted a leather saddle vs synthetic.  I've heard good and bad things about synthetic saddles, not to mention the prices are very affordable compared to leather.  A very good friend of mine suggested the padded seat for comfort and my trainer didn't like the idea of synthetic at all.  This saddle has the best of all worlds for me.  It's affordable, cushioned seat and leather.

Here's what it looks like.