Freeform is coming out with a new saddle called Liberty, VSD Additional info:
Hi All VSD means Very Slightly Dressage - the best way I could think of to describe the style and shape of the new Freeform Liberty. Originally this saddle was going to be named the "Icelandic" as that was it's orginal aim but from the discussion that has gone on between us Freeform distributors (yes we all get our heads together), several of us realised this saddle had more potential than just being suitable for a particular breed type. It's designed to encourage a correct seat with a graduated knee roll to support the upper leg. The rear of the saddle is cut away more around the back of the seat so there is less saddle showing once a rider is on board and it looks more conventional from an English saddle point of view. For our own purposes here in the UK, WH means Working Hunter and this is another area this saddle could be suitable for. The Working Hunter style of saddle is very popular here due to the straighter cut being half way between a GP (General Purpose) and a Dressage. This shape is less obtrusive on the horses shoulders (with our wide natives this is a benefit) but not so straight that it's only use would be for Dressage. As far as we're aware, the dressage model is still planned but this will be a dedicated model for that purpose. Hope this helps. Helen Freeform UK _________________________ Judy http://icehorses.net http://clickryder.com
