Not deliverd yet, ordered one month ago :-( Really sad, because was looking forward.
We were still trying to resolve this issue at the time of your review. We dispatched your saddle in good time but unfortunately you never picked it up from the depot so it was returned to us 6 weeks later. We pride ourselves in our customer service and we sorry to hear you were disappointed. We have now issued you a full refund.
Had the tcs since may and so far its been used on 2 ponies.
Pops - 13.2 welsh pony who doesnt have an issue with the saddle she has but thought why not give it a go. She went phenominaly!!! Really made it so her back was completly free feeling and open. The work she gave us was just beutiful nice relaxed and working her whole body.
Blue - 12.2ish mini cob with the shortest back possible and a little round. My little 5 year old whoes only been sat on/ started properly backing july. In only a week we have achived coming of the lunge, riding independantly and hacking. Ive found the saddle so comfy so far and easy to use. I knew id struggle finding a saddle to fit him and me (im 4'11 at 23) but i have to say i am so impressed with the feeling this saddle gives you amd the quality. 🥰🥰 xxx
Sadly,although this should be a good solution for my horse, it really doesn'tsuit him and he was unhappy with it in spite of different padding options.
Great leathers.
Only thing is, I went with the “others recommend” size of 24” for height of 5.0 - 5.6 but I should have gone shorter and gotten probably the 20” which would have had plenty adjustment for height. They are fine but they are on the very first hole.
Other than not properly measuring what we’d need, they’re a great product.
After months of napping, vet investigations, teeth checks and 2 different saddle fitters to check saddle I decided to try a TCS. Day 2 I took her out on a hack, she left the yard in front of her stable mate and didn’t nap once - first time in almost 12 months. Replicated the next day. I feel secure and comfortable and am so relieved to have found something that works. Her movement feels free and easy.
great value , arrived next day, super quick
and as i already have one, really pleased with price of ex trail
After reading up a lot about this saddle and following the conversations in the Facebook group, I had to try it for myself and my hard to fit Irish Cob.
I am so happy that I did. Getting on the first time, it immediately felt right. Different, but right. My mare and I move more in unison, and I don’t feel like I’m perched on top of her anymore. She’s definitely happier with the TCS too, I can just tell with how she moves under it. I’m a happy convert.
What I love the most is that no matter how long the ride, or the weather conditions, or the terrain, the TCS doesn't move, it's never left any marks, he doesn't have any sore muscles when I do my post ride check of his back. Bonus is, having previously suffered from a sore lower back after rides, now I'm pain free!
I believe it's allowed my growing 5 year old Welsh D to move freely, with zero restrictions on his shoulder and therefore given him confidence in moving forward, perfect for his first year under saddle and accommodates his changing shape too.
I'm not the most accomplished rider and was concerned about how I would cope with the TCS but it's shocking how quickly I've come to prefer it! It's comfy, stable, secure, lightweight and easily transported. Can't sing it's praises enough.
Exactly as I thought it would be, easy to buy, easy to get delivered (actually very quickly in the UK) I have previous experience with a TCS so was excited to own my own. And now I do. Short billet was the right choice as I had not long bought a specific girth for my trees saddle in the hope of using that again, but I wasnt comfortable or happy in it and my 4yr old mare was clearly not happy either. So the TCS hasa given us a sence of security and confidence to hack out. We hit lucky with the right padding from what I had at home.
So my review is....... Buy one new or ex-trial and you'll find a freedom you didn't think you could have.
Wow , what a fab piece of kit . I love the quality of the leather , ordered it and it arrived in 24hrs
And it’s been better than expected to ride on .
My horse loves it
I am 2 months into my TCS journey and this saddle is nothing short of a miracle. My pony is now moving forward, freely and comfortable and her muscle growth in just 2 months is incredible. Will never be looking back now this saddle is our only way forward
A brilliant addition to the TCS saddle. Makes it look more “traditional” and helps with my posture and seat
I've had my TCS for nearly 2 years borrowed my friends seat, instant game changer for my older high withered mare! came home and ordered my own, recieved 2 days later, perfect!
Love love love my TCS, The premium is so soft and padded underneath and my pony is finally able to relax and stretch down under saddle which he has not done prior in treed or even treeless saddles, also had no slippage even when mounting from the ground on my very round non existent withered cob, the company has also been incredible to deal with and are very quick to answer any queries, highly recommend!
Love this saddle! . Super comfortable for both me and Higgins, who is a big shire.
The ride is like nothing before, really feel at one with my horse.
So comfy for rider and pony! He is now happily forward and free moving.
Absolutely love it! My old boy is so free in his movement with this - super happy pony - hes a cob so wide and covered so didnt need much padding and it wasnt too different from riding in his wintec, but as he is getting sway backed with age, suited him better! Much more relaxed pony!
Lovely stirrups - im 5ft2inches, bought the 20 inch stirrups but they are two short so exchanging them, probably need around 26 inch - but lovely product
This is my 3rd TCS over the years and yourve really outdone yourselves team. Beautiful work. Comfy horses make happier horses.
I'm very happy with the girth guards so far. I'm keen to protect the underside of my synthetic total contact saddle. My leather total contact saddle has already got a few marks on it from the girth buckles, over the 4 years I've used it, however I have bought a pair of the guards to use with that saddle too, to prevent any more marks. They work very well with both the leather and the synthetic saddle girth straps, I've had no issues putting them on either saddle. They are a great addition to the saddle.
Brilliant saddle, wish I'd bought one sooner.
Very pleased with our new TCS pony is happy and rider more comfortable.
