NorthEast Saddle Fitters, LLC

FITTING HORSES ONE AT A TIME, THERE ISN’T A RUSH,
IT’S YOUR HORSE, YOUR FRIEND

Western, English – Horse, Mule – Independent Saddle Fitter

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The Fitter

Who is Northeast Saddle Fitters? Lori Stammer and her horse, Magic. Lori is the person who does the fitting throughout New England. I am located in Springfield, NH with her back yard barn. When I visit your barn, I not only provide professional saddle fitting service, but also provide solutions and options. I am an independent fitter, I may have saddle trees, both English and Western, but they are to help you see what type of tree fits your horse and provides balance and stability. I may have a saddle or several, but I am all about being as economical as possible. So I hunt for solutions, However, I will let you know when a different saddle is required. I will be 100% honest with you.

Independent INFORMATIVE Experienced

Every horse/mule is special, it is your best friend, the one person who listens to you without complaint or judgement. When it comes to making sure your horse/mule is comfortable, I am an independent fitter, one horse, or a barn of six, I will give each one personalized treatment. I work with any brand of tack and am not focused on selling you a saddle, but finding a solid positive saddle fitting solution. Each horse, pony, mule will receive a professional saddle fit assessment to help you achieve balance and comfort.

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STATIC EVAL

Both your horse and the saddle is evaluated stationary. The goal is to feel, look and measure each component that will directly or indirectly impact your horse’s motion.

DYNAMIC EVAL

I will have you longe your horse and ride it. Horses tell stories in both situations. On the longe, they will move differently than being ridden. It’s imperative we find out what is potentially causing those differences.

YOUR INPUT

Throughout the process, I will ask you questions, how does this feel, what does he do when, how is she with this, what pads or shims have you tried, any changes to her feed or lifestyle, what is your horses’ story, etc.

Thank you so much for being a true saddle fitter. You didn’t try to sell me a saddle. You were very detailed, and at one point, I knew this was the real deal.

Martha

Susie

HONESTLY, I learned so much and took away a lot. You took the time to explain things. I also felt like I had made a new friend

Joanna

Thank you so much for the pony club session today!

North Country Pony Club

USPC

“Lori is very thorough and pays close attention to details. She helped me find a good fit for my difficult to fit haflinger. She takes her time and evaluates both horse and rider to make sure the saddle is a good fit for both, and made any adjustments needed. Highly recommend for any saddle fit issues!”

M. and Alfie

Haffie owner

Lori is the most thorough saddle fitter I’ve ever worked with. She is also extremely kind and knowledgeable, truly caring about what’s going to work best for both horse and rider. I was so impressed with everything she does as a part of her initial assessment as well as follow up appointment. She helped my new horse and I find a wonderful new saddle that works well for both of us. There was no stress about finding what would work and she couldn’t have been more helpful throughout the entire process. I am so grateful to have her as a part of my horses care team!

A and Jax

Qtr Horse Owner

I’ve heard great things about you and have been on the hunt for someone who will regularly service Berwick Maine. I’ve found a lot of people won’t cross the boarder from New Hampshire despite us being 8 minutes over the boarder. What dates might you have availability? I have 3 of my horses and at least 1 client but would love to let everyone else know you’re coming

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HANDS ON CLINICS TO GROUPS AND CLUBS

Saddle fitting doesn’t have to be a mystery. It’s easier than you think to learn how to map your horse and spot the key signs of a good (or not-so-good) saddle fit. I’ll come equipped with everything you need—supplies, materials, and hands-on guidance. You’ll leave with real experience, practical tools, and a clear starting point for fitting your horse with confidence.

Offer different fitting sessions based on age and equine availability. Contact for more information.

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Services:

All Inclusive Fitting

Full professional saddle fit assessment and tracings report
Try saddles and pads to find the right combination, if possible
Mapping of saddle area and pressure points
No charge – Saddle Fitting in your area, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New York
Refitting if purchase a saddle through Northeast Saddle Fitters
Remote follow up support
Shared Google Drive Folder of all images, report and tracings

$160/horse, no other charges 🙂

Trying Out/Quick Check -$75

Semi Evaluation
Try out up to 3 saddles
Tracing of behind the scapula for you to keep
Travel Fee to outside 60mile radius of Springfield NH, Flat rate: $30/horse. New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York
Remote saddle fitting support

Flock On-Site – $40

At your barn, Check fit of saddle
Identify areas to re-flock
Flock with Jacob’s Wool
Travel New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York
Re-fit, test ride, adjust accordingly
Remote support

This cost reflects no prior work done by Northeast Saddler Fitters.

Total Re-Flocking – $425

In your barn – evaluate saddle fit
In the shop
- Remove panels
- Clean, oil and treat leather
- Replace old, tired flocking with Jacob’s Wool
- Check all other leather parts, billets, etc.
Travel New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York
Re-fit, touchup the flocking, if necessary
Shipping, if any is owner’s expense

.****price may fluctuate if saddle is larger than a 17.5 seat, or requires front panels complete re-flocking

Remote Fitting $75

You Provide
- Side images, whole horse, squared up
- Image of back, tail to tip of ears
- video of horse moving, walk and trot, can be led or lounged
- Video of being ridden, both directions, walk, trot, canter(if cantering). If jumping, working western, video doing so.
- Image of saddle in question
- Images of dirt marks on saddle pad
I will Provide
- I will mail you a flex ruler, which you keep, and fitting form,
- Evaluation from images
- Send questions for any clarification
- After meeting, a complete report, and a google folder of images and report
Together via Google Meet or FaceTime
- Go over pressure assessment
- Wither and spine clearance
- Girthing
- Saddle Pad choices
- Shimming, if needed

SADDLES SAY SO MUCH

When looking at a saddle there is much to read. Though it’s not the whole picture, it does tell me what has worked and not worked on your horse. It also helps to identify what you might need to consider if you are interested. But you know what, not everyone needs a new saddle when having a fitting. Something as simple as the right kind of shim, pad, saddle pad, gullet plate adjustment or a touch of flocking could make the difference.

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THE PROCESS

I am interested in your horse, the saddle you are using, what your dreams and goals are, what your horse has done, what you have discovered about your horse’s movement, issues you may have fitting the saddle and more.

I will take measurements, ask more questions and watch you and your horse moving, both longing and being ridden.

When we are back in the barn, I like to revisit your goals and what I found. From there we talk about options, try other saddles, try all 20 different pads and shims you have and in the end, you will have a plan going forward.

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