NEA Sidesaddle Association

The distance from a line drawn perpendicular to back line (B), to bend at back of the knee (A).

Best measured with rider sitting on floor, back snug against straight wall.

Length
The distance from the front of the upright pommel (A) to center back of the cantle (B).

Width
Measurement across the widest part of the seat (C to D).

Seat Width Averages
10" - 11 1/2" Child
12" - 12 1/2" Slim
13" - 13 1/2" Average
14" - 14 1/2" Full

Estimated Seat Length Averages
19" - 20" Short thigh length
21" - 22" Average thigh
23" - 24" Tall or full figure

Tree Width - Barrel size

Gullet Width - Shoulder size
5" - Medium
5 1/2" - Wide
6" - Extra Wide

Average Set
average size leg

Wide Set
full leg (can be padded up for slimmer leg)

Bent Pommel
(acute angle)
impairs rider's position and comfort

Proper fit for the rider

is determined by a combination of factors:

1.Seat Width
2.Seat Length
3.Pommel Placement

A saddle fits the rider when

1.There is approximately 3-4 fingers space behind her in the seat.
2.The "set" of the pommel allows her right thigh to parallel that edge of the sidesaddle.
3.She "centers" easily in the saddle.
4.She has a feeling of ease and comfort.