Testimonials For Allegany Mountain Trail Saddles

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I am a Saddle fitter in the North Eastern USA, and have been fitting horses using the Fit-Form method for Steele Saddle Tree LLC. I have been closely connected with Allegany Mountain Trail Saddles (AMTS) for several Years.

I specifically like working directly with Staci ( Whom I've met in person ) to directly act as the liaison between the bare tree and the finished saddle for my clients.

I and my clients have been 100% satisfied with this process, and the end product, and would recommend using Staci and AMTS for beautiful custom saddles at an affordable price!!
 
Date of Posting: 08 December 2011
Posted By: Barb Peck
www.facebook.com/barbpecksaddlefitting
Hello Staci,

Now that the Colorado weather has finally cooperated for several days in a row, and I have been able to put some miles on my new trail saddle, I can tell you that my horse absolutely LOVES it. As you know, he is very hard to fit...extremely wide across the shoulders and a short flat back. This saddle fits him like a dream. I know this for sure because he's the kind of guy that bucks if anything isn't perfect. And, not once has he even pinned his ears back. So I know.

I had only ever ridden in an English saddle, and I am finding this Western saddle to be extremely comfortable and very secure. What I really love, is that I still have contact with my horse, and my legs are lined up with my hips and heels, and there is no bulk from the rigging under my thighs. I am very happy with the position in which the saddle puts me when I am riding.

I am so grateful to you for the time you took throughout this process to educate me, to listen to me, and to offer your valuable suggestions and insights. You are an amazingly patient lady.

My saddle not only fits my horse, and me perfectly, but the quality of the workmanship is impeccable. Your meticulous attention to every little detail is obvious, and so appreciated.

I will definitely recommend you to anyone looking for a high quality saddle at an affordable price, and fabulous customer service to go along with it.

Thank you so much, Staci.
 
Date of Posting: 29 November 2011
Posted By: Erica Marjoram
Bellvue, Colorado
Hi Staci

Thank you for all the help you have given me with my customized Full Skirt Western Saddle.

I really appreciate the information, advice, expertise, patience and exemplary help that you had provided me in the process of choosing the right saddle and mold forms for my horse 'Star'. Your assistance has been invaluable to me during this process. You undoubtedly care about your customers and I want to let you know how impressed I am.

Star's movement has improved dramatically and no more 'ill-fitted' saddle.

I will not hesitate to recommend you and your company to anyone who needs a new saddle. Again, thank you so much. I greatly appreciate your generosity.

Happy Trails!
 
Date of Posting: 28 November 2011
Posted By: Michelle D
Connecticut
Stacy did a great job of making sure that our new Renegade Endurance saddle fit my horse AND me. He's a slab sided Walker & is a challenge to fit. Then, add to that, the difficulty of the fact that I came from the hunter-jumper world & was looking for comfort & security; I can't believe that she was even willing to try to create a saddle for us!
We ran into obstacles & issues but she worked her way through them & made the most beautiful saddle for the two of us that you could imagine. Additionally, she designed a breast collar according to my wishes & then created reins to match my bitless bridle & other tack. We are now turned out in the most fancy way but the no one would ever guess how affordable our gear is!
I couldn't be more pleased with Stacy's "stick to-it-iveness" & how it brought about the most unbelievable results. Somehow, she made a western trail saddle that brings joy & comfort to this English rider & my trail expert; the Tenessee Walker.
Thank you Stacy! I know that my horse & I will enjoy HOURS & MILES of trails together in comfort because of your help.
 
Date of Posting: 05 November 2011
Posted By: Liz
Rochester, NY
I am a leathercrafter & have built four saddles. Didn't much like any of them. They would fit me but not the horse. Or they'd fit the horse but not me. A friend told me about Allegany Mountain Trail Saddles & the personalized fitting. I'm am so thankful I checked into it. I love my Allegany saddle. It's just everything I could ask for; light, beautifully made, made for the trail with lots of rings, ties and extras, has the narrow twist, flat (balanced) seat and bulk-less rigging I wanted and it fits my horse. What really impressed me is that the third time I rode it I won an ACTHA trail trial on it--no need to "break it in"--it was perfect just like it was. The only negative is that now I want a second Allegany Mountain Trail Saddle to use for showing . . . but I guess that's a positive any way you look at it! Thanks, Staci, for making my golden years so comfortable!
 
Date of Posting: 22 July 2011
Posted By: Gale
Klamath Falls, Oregon
http://www.roundlakebuggyworks.weebly.com
I ordered a Renegade Endurance saddle custom fitted to my horse because I had had previous trouble fitting my former horse and I wanted to make sure this saddle fit my new horse. Staci was wonderful to work with and when I got my saddle I was thrilled at how beautiful it was - and even more thrilled that it fit my horse so well. The leather is beautiful and soft. I ordered a bridle to match recently. Again, it was beautiful and well made. I trail ride and a comfortable saddle is a must and I have found this saddle to be very comfortable. Love the hardware and all of the ties. Thanks so much!!
 
Date of Posting: 21 July 2011
Posted By: Denise Talbot
Nederland, TX
www.dashingbigred.blogspot.com
It was easy! Got the forms, used the forms, ordered the saddle, got the saddle and LOVE IT! It doesn't get any easier than that!
 
Date of Posting: 09 July 2011
Posted By: Trish
Canada
Dear John and AMTS,

I just wanted to drop you a line to tell you how happy Sprite and I are with our AMTS Endurance saddle. We've been using it for almost 2 years now, and the fit is fantastic. Sprite had some minor fit challenges, and the extra effort you, Little Eli, and Ed Steele took in making sure this saddle would work has been greatly appreciated. From the tree form fittings - and the slight 'tweak' you and Ed came up with - to the excellent craftsmanship of Little Eli, this saddle has just been an amazing value. It felt broken in practically from the first time I rode in it.

Davis Horse

I guess I was a 'minor fit challenge' as well. When I had the issue with the fender leathers (near the Blevins buckles) rubbing against the cinch ring after a year, you and Eli fixed it with no question. Not your fault at all - just my short legs and the way I had to adjust my stirrups. The leather sleeves Eli concocted are working out great. I didn't hesitate to get in touch with you about that, because you made it clear that if I ran into any problems I could call you. Your company stands behind it's products.

I love sending people your way because I trust you'll treat them, and their horses, with the same individualized care that you did Sprite and myself. We're always receiving compliments and questions about our saddle. Last spring at a Liz Graves' clinic, it was used as an example of GOOD FIT (and good value)! It's especially nice that you're familiar with the fitting needs of gaited horses - knowing that EVERY horse needs a well-balanced saddle with the correct flare, tree, etc. - but that most gaited horses do best with a rounded skirt vs. a longer square one. I also appreciate that my saddle doesn't pop me into the dreaded 'chair seat', but does all it can to keep me balanced.
Attached are a few photos of Sprite with his AMTS. Someday I hope to get the Plantation model, too...

Sincerely,
Jill Davis & "Woodwind Sprite"
 
Date of Posting: 09 July 2011
Posted By: Jill Davis
Woodwind Sprite
I rode River for the first time tonight in the AMTS Cascade Wade. She has plenty of room to move out under it. She did wonderful. The saddle feels perfect to me too. I'm thrilled. I really feel like I'm in some sort of dream! The fit forms make it real easy!! It was a real eye opener. I won't buy another saddle without having a way to eyeball the fit before I buy.
 
Date of Posting: 09 July 2011
Posted By: Jody
MI
Everywhere we go people ask, "What kind of saddle is that?". They notice the good looks and quality right away. Then we let them test ride and they're totally impressed with the comfort! Then we explain how AMTS will customize the tree for their horse, the seat for their own backside and give the saddle a custom look. We are constantly directing people to your site.

AMTS, You've got a great thing going here!

TTYL, Cyd
 
Date of Posting: 09 July 2011
Posted By: TTYL, Cyd

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