I have never experienced the extraordinary caliber of customer service anywhere in the equestrian industry as with Karen Borné and Borné Saddlery. While attention to saddle fit for the horse is of primary importance, that is only the beginning. Historically, I have resorted to purchasing uncomfortable saddles that poorly fit my slender build and long femur resulting in discomfort, poor position, and less than adequate results in my horse. Karen’s unending drive for the perfect saddle match for each customer lead her to design and manufacture a saddle that met my individual needs. She created a saddle that fit my horse, fit my seat and leg, and was adaptable to the wide range of jumping activities and hacking out that I am impassioned to. From the tree, seat and flap design, leather, flocking, extra D’s, and multiple sets of Velcro blocks each uniquely designed for all of my individual disciplines, this saddle is the most comfortable, versatile and superbly crafted that I have ever owned.

While you have made a clear mark in the dressage saddle industry, thank you for transitioning that same magic and brilliance to jumping. You are wonderful!

Many of my students and training horses are in the Borné saddles. We love them! Most recently, I have acquired a custom Borné saddle for my Grand Prix horse, Stars In Stripes, which I was instrumental in designing. The emphasis of the saddle is to afford the rider a correct and effective position. My horse has such free movement in this saddle compared to saddles I have had in the past

Thank you Borné Saddlery!

Ever since Wyning Edge Friesians purchased the Borné Ambassador Saddle for their Friesian stallion Eeltsje F, I finally have the support of the saddle and he has the freedom he needs in his shoulders and back for his outstanding movement. He can now perform to his utmost potential.

We are so happy with the quality of the product and the customer service, we have since had our Westmanton Stables clients purchase saddles from Karen Borné.

Thank you to Borné Saddlery for all your help and support!

I switched from a Hennig to the Borné Olympia and couldn't be happier with the elegance and correctness of the saddle fit, thanks to Andy Sankey, Master Saddler for Borné Saddles and your saddle fitter Ellen of SaddleHands.com. My home bred, 3rd generation, KWPN Sport Ster mare, Najinska (Consul/Taxateur) and her rider, Shannon Dahmer of Ft. Lupton, Colorado, had a very successful show season in 2008; shown here accepting the FEI TOC Free Style Championship Trophy in the Saturday evening class and presentation at the Del Mar Dressage Week Show. They went on to be 5th in the KWPN I-1 Free Style HOY year end awards. This year they are starting Najinska's Grand Prix career thanks to a saddle that allowed her training to come through in a clear and comfortable manner.

I am very impressed with the Borné saddle line. There are so many custom features available to suit all types of horses as well as different rider body types. The Borné team strives to accommodate individual needs for horse and rider. I am pleased to recommend these beautifully made, high quality, versatile saddles.

How wonderful both saddles are! Of course, I never planned to get the second one, but after the dressage saddle, it was pretty much a necessity. Can't settle for less than the best! Mack is definitely a happier and more forward horse and, for a partnership that hates flatwork equally, we are both actually having fun. But the jumping saddle is what we BOTH want to put miles on come warmer weather! If you have a chance, please let the saddlemaker know his craftsmanship is apparent and appreciated - and thanks for all you did - the information, education terrific fitting and endless patience!

I am so please with the purchase of my Barracuda saddle. It is the
first custom saddle that I have owned and I am amazed at the difference it has made in my riding. I attended my first show riding with my new saddle and couldn't have been more pleased with the improvement in my ride. I received qualifying scores in all of my classes with a high score of 70%. Thanks so much for all of your help in matching me and my horse to the perfect saddle.

My horse Alvaro and I are "Borné" again competitors! After a year layoff with a front suspensory injury, Alvaro lost a lot of muscling on his back. His saddle no longer fit and even after numerous adjustments, flocking and various padding attempts, I was sitting way off to one side. A friend, and also an Andalusian owner, told me about Borné and how each saddle was custom made for the horse. Karen and Ellen guided me through to find the best fit. When my saddle arrived it was immediately comfortable (no break in time needed), and as Alvaro became more fit, Ellen came to my barn and made minor adjustments. Now we are both happy and ready to show Prix. St. Geo. and up!!

THANK YOU to Karen Borné for your personal care and attention to every detail of my horse's saddle fitting which was quite the challenge given his severe muscle atrophy from EPM... Pallas and I cannot thank you enough! Our time together is a pleasant partnership again, enhanced by my saddle that allows me to assume a balanced seat and is more comfortable than anything I have ever ridden in!

Best of luck in your business that is destined for success not only because the quality product you provide, but for your interest and talent in truly fitting each rider and horse team with the best saddle for their individual needs,considering their resources at hand as well!

"It was always a dream of mine to design a dressage saddle for my company, Riding Couture. I chose Borné Saddlery as a partner because I feel that the quality of a Borné saddle is truly second to none, coupled with superior customer service, which is equally as important when working with another company.

I was very specific about what I wanted and Borné Saddlery delivered, down to the last detail. Karen listened to what I had to say, asked lots of questions, answered lots of questions, until we finally arrived at what is now The Duchess saddle, which is truly a luxury saddle that is indeed "Riding Couture."

Thank you, Karen, for making a dream come true!"

"After trying out several saddles (over 6!), and even one that was supposedly made for Friesians, I was beyond frustrated. My horse has grown from a medium tree to needing a wide to extra wide in just over two years.

Her first saddle was fine when she was only four, but when we started working her more, her muscles developed and she changed drastically. I encountered a rocky road in my quest for a better saddle. I happened upon the opportunity to try out some saddles that a friend of a friend said . . . and you know how that goes. I was skeptical and jaded after so many failures. I was starting to feel guilty riding my horse in all these uncomfortable saddles. I knew her previous saddle was off in fit but never realized how much until I tried out a Borné saddle. Her movements changed right away. I went ahead and ordered a saddle and waited to see if the final product would live up to expectations. I was thrilled in her response!

The twist is different but for me it was an easy adjustment. The main thing is that my horse's back is less stressed and her movements are more expressive. As a veterinarian, I know that ill saddle fit and back problems can be a major issue. Weight is evenly distributed over a wider area than any saddle I have seen, and if I can eliminate/decrease one factor, then I have accomplished my goals as an owner as well as a veterinarian.

The Ambassador saddle is well made by a Master Saddler, the design well thought, the price really great, and the customer service nearly flawless. I highly recommend the Borné saddles for anyone, but especially for all Friesian owners."

"I can't thank you enough. Our custom saddle fits us both perfectly, which makes us both more comfortable riding or competing. It is the best investment I've made for Levi to date. Craftsmanship is impecable, service is top notch."

I have ridden in nearly every dressage saddle on the market and my Borné saddle is the perfect combination of fit, comfort, and performance for both my horse and myself. After almost 20 years of riding, wear and tear took a toll on my back requiring surgery. When I was finally able to ride again, I had to ride hunt seat to keep pressure off my spine. I could hardly sit down let alone ride dressage! I threw my Borné saddle on my horse and thought I would at least give it a try. It has been a lifesaver for my back! This saddle is the reason I am able to ride dressage again and get back out in the show arena! Thank you so much!!

The Borné Capri improved my horse's movement, along with my balance and opened the angle of my hip joint dramatically. The Capri's open seat and adjustable thigh block give me total control of my position every stride. I've not seen a better quality, or better designed, totally custom made saddle close to this price range. I am very impressed with the Borné Saddlery line and intend for each of my competition horses to have their very own.

I love riding in my Borné Saddles. I've ridden in so many different saddles and nothing compares. I ride one Grand Prix horse in the Olympia and the other Grand Prix horse in the Capri. They are so comfortable for me and my horses. I've had great success with Borné saddles every step of the way from Training Level through Grand Prix! Thank you Karen Borné!

I have been training and showing horses for over 30 years and currently show an FEI level Friesian. I am very concerned about having the correct saddle for my horse and my client's horses as well. Borné Saddlery designed a saddle that works incredibly well on my horse who has a very wide, flat back. He now works willingly and very happily with no back pain.

I purchased my Borné Saddle when my horse was showing 2nd Level and I do feel that the saddle has played an important role in his progress to FEI. I have several clients who also purchased a custom Borné saddle for their horses and are just as thrilled with their saddles as I am!

Many thanks to Karen Borne for providing such wonderful service.

Jalapeno is a very hard to fit horse because he is wide, round-ribbed and has almost no withers. With the Borné Olympia saddle I found all my prayers answered. Not only does it fit my horse perfectly, I like the way it distributes the weight on his back and it gives him the necessary shoulder freedom my old saddle was lacking.

The Buffalo and Elk leather gives me a whole new riding experience and the deep seat has helped my posture. I am just thrilled to finally have found the perfect saddle for me and my horse.

I enjoy riding in my Borné Capri saddle.. The professionals at Borne saddlery are top-notch and the products are the finest quality. I am very happy to recommend these saddles.

I love my Borné Barracuda Dressage Saddle! The team at Borné Saddlery is very professional and Candy Frazer did an excellent job at fitting my horse.