Duett Saddles Testimonials
When I first purchased my mare I had no idea I would have a problem finding a saddle to fit. She isn’t strictly a cob, and not particularly wide. We tried a number of different saddles, but none of them really fitted because they slipped around and wouldn’t stay in the right position on her back.
I didn’t feel confident riding her or feel I was sitting in the right place with her usual saddle. When Avril came over and showed me the Allegro I was very impressed with the design and the quality, and it fitted my mare really well. As a former event rider, I wanted a general purpose model I could do a bit of everything in without having to change saddles.
I found the Allegro extremely comfortable to ride in, and it didn’t move around at all. I believe Duett saddles really do as they say on the tin, so I will recommend them to my friends. I’ve recently broken in my Welsh/ Thoroughbred youngster, and I will be contacting Duett for a suitable saddle for her as well. 
Miranda Lewis-Grey
January 2009
I use my saddles on Haflinger Fritz every single day and it is now five years old and as good and as beautiful as new!!
Anna
Wes has ridden Ruben about 7 times in the saddle and both seem delighted with the fit. Whereas Ruben used to buck and hump up his
back on the lunge line before riding, he is now moving freely. Wes is delighted there is an even sweat mark along the horse's back. No more bridging! They have negotiated our hilly trails, crossed the Carmel River numerous times, and popped over a few jumps comfortably. Now I just have to convince Wes the saddle doesn't fit ALL his horses. He likes it so much, he wants to ride in it exclusively.
Anyway, enough. Suffice to say, we are keeping the saddle and appreciate your advice and assistance in finding the right match. I have told several people about the saddle, and will refer them to you if they decide to get one.
Cindy Martin
(email received August 2008)
My mum recently ordered a saddle from you for my horse Four and I. Before we got the Rondo, I rode bareback for over 5 months since the saddles I had didn’t fit Four or myself. In one case, my knees were on his shoulders and in another Four got very upset with his saddle before I even got on. When I would get out his old saddle, he would swish is tail and give me an angry face. Now, his eyes are softer when I pull out the Duett... no joke. I feel as if this saddle was a god send. Now Four and I can enjoy our rides. You have no idea how thankful I am!!!! Four is a Polish Arabian and wears a size 32 cm tree. This saddle shop does not only sell wide saddles, but quality and comfortable saddles for both horse and rider.
(email received May 2008 from Kate Zander)
I purchased my first saddle from you - a Rondo - over 4 years ago. I loved it so much that I had to get another one. Finding your saddles ended a 7 year search for my Arabian Monty, who proved to be extremely hard to fit.
At the same time, I am able to use your saddle on my youngster Lance, a half Friesian. In the past 4 years, I have used both saddles extensively for training both my own and lots of other young horses, getting them started under saddle, riding dressage, jumping and trail riding.
I have yet to find a situation where they don't work!
Your saddles continue to be so versatile and there are hardly any young horses I train that your saddles don't fit. They give me the support that I appreciate, balance me well, and allow for plenty of movement for the horses.
Again, thank you for ending my search and providing me with great quality, reasonably priced saddles! Although they get extensive usage, the leather has stayed soft, the workmanship of the saddles is excellent and I am sure I'll continue to get great use out of them for a very long time.
Ilka Parent
(email received May 2008; photo of Lance and Monty in their Duetts, with Ilka)
In December you helped me find a dressage saddle for my 1/2 Friesian 1/2 Saddlebred (Georgian Grande) 3 year old mare. I decided on a 40 cm Fidelio. Last weekend I had a saddle fitter out and he just adjusted the balance a bit but was happy with the width and fit!
I can't tell you how happy I am to finally have a saddle that fits my horse. It's also a great saddle for me, too, very comfortable, puts me in a good position, I'm just so pleased. Thank you for taking the time to fit her with the tracings I sent you and giving me two terrific options,
I just happened to love the Fidelio as it reminded me of my beloved Niedersuss that was just way too narrow for her. I'd also had her in a Passier that just wasn't wide enough. So thank you for your time and providing me with a wonderful saddle,
Krista Davila
Raleigh,
NC (email received 2/7/08)
My saddle arrived yesterday and I had to tell you how thrilled I am with it. I have been riding 45+ years and have had my butt in many a saddle over those years so I know a thing or two about saddles. This Duett is the most well constructed and comfortable saddle I've had the pleasure to own, quite a feat considering the price. Kudos to you for remembering that there are those of us who still consider quality an important thing. By the way, the saddle fits my medium-wide, high withered appaloosa, wide-backed, high withered arab and my slab-sided mutton withered standardbred! Photos to follow.
Maxine DeOld
(email received January 6, 2008)
