Girths - recommendations, please!

[Lovecat]

Hello!

Having just become the proud owner of HC's HM Easi-sit saddle, I am about to buy a razzy new girth to go with it (it being brown and all my existing stuff being black).

I have read various posts about girths and where the elastic ought to be and given that Murphster is slightly girthy (well, bless him, all he actually does is look around at me with raised eyebrows and a hurt expression when it comes to the last hole, but I don't want it developing any further than that!) and has very sensitive skin, I'd like to buy the kindest one possible for him.

Are the Aerborn 'Humane' girths as humane as they make out or is there a better one on the market? Padded or plain? Ordinary or dressage (what's the difference?!)? roller buckles or ordinary ones? Leather or synthetic?

At the moment I've got a Thorowgood Airoform girth and whilst it's okay, if there's something better out there I'd like to hear about it!

NB the easi-sit saddle is part synthetic, if that makes a difference!

[ladyrose]

Originally posted by Lovecat
Are the Aerborn 'Humane' girths as humane as they make out or is there a better one on the market? Ordinary or dressage (what's the difference?!)?
Several people at my yard have the 'humane' girths and think they're a good idea, but I've never used one myself. A dressage girth is a lot shorter than an ordinary girth and designed for use only on dressage saddles

[DITZ]

I use the humane girths and would recommend them.

[larri]

I think they are great and would highly recommend them to anyone. No rubbing or chafing and no objections when girthing Safi.
I use one with my Easisit btw.

[Jakes Mum]

I'm another Aerborne Humane girth fan, same reasons as larri.
Definately get the thumbs up from me and Jake

[Lovecat]

Thanks very much guys - humane girth it is!!

And thanks to Ladyrose for clearing that one up about Dressage girths...:D

[Gemma16]

Sorry this is not really about the post but I thought the HM easi-sit were sueade and leather?

My mistake:rolleyes:

[larri]

Originally posted by Gemma16
Sorry this is not really about the post but I thought the HM easi-sit were sueade and leather?

My mistake:rolleyes:

No mistake they are suede / leather and synthetic all in one!

the top panels and seat are suede and leather and the under panels are synthetic, mine then has the serge underneath - lovely and warm for her - but an absolute b**ger to clean hair off (I don't use saddle cloths)

[shakari]

I like my humane one cos I'm too lazy to get it done up all even!!! Genius pure genius.:D

[Esther.D]

I have a aerborn humane one and a thorowgood airoform one and I like them both:) The humane one is Rupert's thin girth and the airoform one is his fat girth :D (no particular reason they are that way around I just wanted to try both and as he alters dramatically in size he needs two ) :rolleyes:

[Yann]

I like the Wintec Chafeless, it's wide, shaped and the elastic is in the middle rather than at one end, where it should be. Rio is quite particular about girths and gets on well with this one. Not tried a humane on our 'normal' saddle but they are a bit narrow and we seem better off in an elasticated girth.

[Showjumper]

Humane girths every time! It's all I'd ever buy now :D

[Big Ears]

I use the aerborn humane girth and find it good - nice and easy to do up on a fattie and doens't seem to rub

I also ahve a stubben leather which is very soft and never had problems with it

[Stella2]

I haven't used the Humane girth. Like Yann I use the Wintec. There is a degree of elastication all the way through it. They do a standard shape one and one shaped to give more room for shoulder movement. I use the shaped one and Patrick seems very happy.

[HairyCob]

Another vote for the aeroborn humane- HC has his moments when it comes to girthing, but I have never had a problem with the humane- he likes it, it is easy to do up and one of those will definitely work with your saddle Lovecat..... cause that's what I used with it!:D

[tasha]

Do humane girths come in dressage lengths?

[Yann]

Yes, if memory serves, 28" is the largest size which was too small for Rio once but isn't now:)

What have you bought that needs a dressage girth then?:)

[Tor&Warrior]

I only ever use leather girths with elasticated ends. The atherstone style. My current is a Jeffries atherstone elasticated girth with roller ends (so doesn't wear at the girth straps and does up easier). It was £35, which isn't expenisve for leather and I love it. Its soft and so easy to clean and looks good too. Flyte used to be VERY girthy as before I got him he was in a saddle with a broken tree and his old owner would yank his girth up really tight (I saw her do it every time I tried him). When I got him I had him in just a normal girth as at the time as I'd bought so much other stuff for him I couldn't afford a leather one, and he continued to be girthy. I eventually got his leather one and we couldn't of used it a week and he doesn't batter and eye lid when I do his girth now. So I would strongly recommend it!!

[Jamey]

Aerborn humane, a cottage craft standard girth (which Sasha hates!) and two leather girths. Annie has a leather atherston with elasticated ends.

[shandy84]

I also use the wintec on my youngster and she seems really comfortable in it and I haven't noticed any rubbing or chafing under it :)

[Tor&Warrior]

My dressage girth in the wintec and I really like them to. Nice and soft and Flytey seems happy in it too.

[DITZ]

Lovacat I've got a spare humane girth if you want to try it. Its 50 inch. PM me if you me to send it to you.

[tasha]

Originally posted by Yann
What have you bought that needs a dressage girth then?:)

I havent said anything as I havent wanted to tempt fate..but as it comes on Tuesday anyway...

An HM Flexion SBS Treeless!!!

In dressage style so I obviously need a new girth(s). Im a bit torn because I have a gorgeous black elasticated atherstone which was an Xmas prezzy a few years ago but being 48" is a bit impractical! I love leather girths but can't fork out on a new one just yet, so I have bought a cheapy Cottage Craft off eBay for now which will hopefully fit although its anyone's guess lol! Will probably get a humane one as I cant see my finances allowing a leather one just yet.

PS Big thanks to Shaka, who is fundraising for charity and has kindly said she'd like to fundraise for the saddle. Without this I havent a clue what Kal and I would be doing right now as I couldnt afford it without her kind offer!!

[Yann]

Excellent! You must be very excited about it -wondered if it was the case with your visit from Vicki and Mike, you'll have to let us all know how you get on with it:)

[Tor&Warrior]

tasha I've got a 25inch Black Wintec Chafeless dressage girth. Not brand new but excellent condition, nothing at all wrong with it just to small for Flyte now he's got a new dressage saddle, I can send photos of it. I'm selling it for £15 incl p&p (was £30 new) if your interested, even if its just for now.

[tasha]

Thanks, Tor but Im gonna go with a humane if I can get one for now. If I cant Ill PM you!

Yann-Excited..bouncing off the walls! I plan to take lots of photos and regular wither templates to create some sort of chart!

[Jay.o]

tasha, I have an aerborn humane girth that I have never used. I got it with my treeless. I havent heard good things about them whihc is why i dont use them but everyone here like them so.....

Let me know if your interested at all.

[tasha]

What size is it Jay.o?

[Jay.o]

I want to say 28 inches (70cm) but that might be the wetsuity one. It is about the same size as that one though. I am up later to the yard, so i can have a look then. I am pretty sure its 28 or 30

[tasha]

Can I let you know at the weekend, as I am still unsure of the size I will need and I dont get back from uni until then. Thanks!

[Jay.o]

no problems
Ill get the size for you anyway anf let you know.

[tasha]

Thanks!

PS Are you on study leave? It just occured to me that you should be in school now lol!

[Jay.o]

LoL, yes I am on 'study' leave :D ;)

I am studying a bit, honest! First exam tomorrow - cant wait :o

[Jay.o]

tasha, not sure if you were interested or not but its 30 inches if you were :)

[emily p]

I have a humane girth and a wintec chafeless one.They're both great in their own rights.I use the wintec one in the winter and the humane one in summer because the wintec makes my mare sweats terribly it and it also marks after hard work.The humane is great for summer as it's really comfy. my mare is very sensitive but she never 'snatches' when i do the humane girth up,you can just throw it in the wash afer a sweaty ride and it comes out lookin like new.I use the wintec one if i do a dressage test as it's a lot smarter than the humane one and it does look like a leather girth when it's on.So basically i use the humane for everyday hacking and the wintec for comps.Both are well worth the money and i would not buy any other girth now apart from these 2. Happ girthing up!! :) :D :)

[hdfarm]

Hi,
Can someone tell me where to buy an Aerborn Humane Girth in the US ?
I need a size 56" in black and can't seem to locate one.
If there are no sellers in the US, then where should I buy for best price and have it shipped to me ?
thanks so much
Diane :)
hdfarm@kaycee.net

[Daffy Dilly]

You might be better off posting your question in the Cafe area, or the Tack area, as it's more likely to be seen, this thread is rather old and dead now. :)