Details about Roe Richardson reactor panel long distance
Roe Richardson reactorpanel general purpose / long distance rider saddle. 17.5 inch seat. Medium / wide fitting. Has velcro knee blocks. The two panels are attached to the saddle tree via four shock absorbing Sorbothane and velcro impregnated blocks.These blocks create a vital gap that allows for angle changes to the panels,so one saddle can accommodate a wide range of horses. the front to back balance is achieved by the use of the Sorbothane blocks and shimms inserted in appropriate places. Because there is no flocking the saddle will never need re-stuffing. To provide shoulder freedom, the ReactorPanel Saddle is designed so that the front edge of the panel deliberately rests over the scapula. This part of the panel is non weight bearing at its edges and the tree points are specially shortened to end above the bony mass of the scapula. When the shoulders rotate backwards they slide easily under the panels without encountering rigid resistance. When riding without numnahs/saddle pads you can easily see the panels flex as the shoulders move underneath.The ReactorPanel saddles flexible panels and shock absorbing discs follow the changing contours of the back in motion. The panels undulate with the back under the center of the saddle. Independently attached, the panels compress and flex on either side of the horse’s spine in response to the back motion, moving with the movement of the horse. This movement can be felt by the rider through the saddle, giving a close contact feel for the rider, helping to make aids to the horse clearer and giving the rider more awareness of the horse beneath. The saddle has various additional rings attached for long distance riding for carrying equipment. A top quality saddle that is in useable order as you can see in the photographs. Has been in store for a while so will probably benefit from a cleaning and oiling. A very expensive saddle when new and only for sale as no longer used. The free postage applies to the UK mainland / Northern Ireland only. Any other bidders please contact first for postage costs before bidding. Thank you. Please see our other items for sale.