Italy
Made in Italy with the finest craftsmanship, attention to detail, and independent Swiss style panels, Amerigo saddles are designed to sit the rider’s weight slightly more forward, over the strongest part of the horse’s back.
Who makes Amerigo saddles?
Menetsattel company
Knowledge and Excellence. in saddle manufacture This is the base of the Menetsattel company, owned by Lisa and Peter Menet. The company’s’ dedicated team of experienced horse people work with saddle customers in Switzerland and is also responsible for the Amerigo Brand worldwide.
Can Amerigo saddles be adjusted?
ADJUSTMENTS. If your horse changes shape, Amerigo saddles can be adjusted at the head iron to be made wider or narrower as required, up to a maximum of 1.5cm, and a new horse may not automatically mean a new saddle too.
What saddle does Charlotte Fry use?
Amerigo Masterclass Dressage saddle
Charlotte Fry receives her new Amerigo Masterclass Dressage saddle! The young British dressage rider, crowned 2018 Under-25 European Champion together with Glamourdale, rides in Amerigo since 2016 and she has now chosen one of the brand new additions to the saddle range: the Pasubio Masterclass sadd…
Are Amerigo saddles wool flocked?
The panels of Amerigo Vega saddles are wool flocked, allowing for minor adjustments to how the panels fit to the horses back. Independent Swiss panels are non-gusseted with a wool liner.
Are Amerigo Vega saddles adjustable?
Everyone – horses and riders – deserve a great saddle, and with the Amerigo Vega, it’s possible to have one too. Adjustable in tree width, flap position and length, and seat size.
Are Equipe and Amerigo saddles the same?
Who are Amerigo? Amerigo, established in 1998, are manufacturers of high end saddles and are under the Selleria Equipe umbrella.
What saddle does valegro have?
The mono flap saddle has a synthetic tree, so it’s lightweight and comfortable for both Charlotte and Valegro. The saddle has large kneel rolls to help support the rider’s leg position and its single flap provides close contact with the horse.
How do you clean Amerigo saddle?
Start with some water and a rag to clean off your tack. Apply Amerigo soft clean to a sponge to provide a deep clean, easily lifting away deep dirt and sweat without being too harsh on your hands or the leather. Allow to dry and rub in some Amerigo soft oil to restore your leather.
How much do saddles weigh UK?
Saddles weigh between 5-7kg, so if you are putting the saddle in a cardboard box, it shouldn’t weight more than 10kg.
Why choose Amerigo for your horse?
Amerigo embodies the values of excellence in horsemanship thanks to an approach that highlights the importance of the rider’s comfort and the horse’s well-being.
What happened to Amerigo the horse?
Amerigo was cantankerous and willful, but he was also an amazingly versatile runner with the speed to equal a course record at 5.5 furlongs and the stamina to win over 14 furlongs. A major winner over both dirt and turf as well, Amerigo began very well at stud but unfortunately died young and did not leave a successor to continue his male line.
What is an Amerigo saddle?
You’ll find all the goodness from Amerigo saddles in the Amerigo Vega line. The very same perfect rider balance that starts with unique tree shapes created for specific toplines and body shapes. Amerigo Saddles are custom fit to both horse and rider.
Is Amerigo related to Sainfoin?
Amerigo is inbred 4×5 to two-time English champion broodmare sire Chaucer and 5×5 to 1890 Derby Stakes winner Sainfoin. He is a full brother to Rosario, dam of 1962 Park Hill Stakes winner Almiranta (by Alycidon) and the minor English stakes winner Rodado (by Crepello).
