Regular tack cleaning helps prevent leather from breaking down. The steps are essentially the same whether your saddle of choice is English or Western:
- After each ride, wipe your saddle with a damp sponge or cloth to remove dust and hair.
- If certain areas are dirty or wet with sweat, add a touch of saddle soap to the sponge or rag as you work.
- Once or twice a month, condition it thoroughly, removing all dirt from the underside of straps and reaching into the corners of the saddle.
Watch a demonstration below!
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