"renting" a saddle?

[quietann]

Hi all -- I have a new leased horse and the saddle I have (Albion Style, MW tree) is just a tad narrow for her. I have her on trial for a month and would like a saddle that fits better -- but would rather not buy until I'm sure she's going to be around for a while.

Does anyone have ideas for "renting" a saddle short-term?

She's a Morgan, with the typical wide, flat back and not a whole lot of withers. She's also a little bit low-backed but her back is long for her size (14.1). I take a 17.5 inch seat roughly and am short (5'1") and a little heavy (140 lbs.) Prefer a narrow twist/short straight flap, thigh blocks are fine as long as my leg fits them, don't want a super deep seat.

(Horse herself is adorable, can be seen at http://annsrats.com/horses/mary/june.../trotleft1.jpg for anyone who likes little Morgan ponies... She is not particularly trained for dressage but is a quick study.)

ETA: I am in Andover MA and horse is in Dracut, MA.

[ratherberiding]

I had stumbled upon this when I was saddle shopping, never used their services however:

http://www.equestrianimports.com/sho...721d595dc12f34

[amj]

I have used equestrian imports to rent a saddle. They have been great. I recommend them. You can rent a saddle by the month. They have a select list of saddle makes and models to choose from.

[dotfour]

If your horse does work out, I have an albion XW 17" in very good condition. dotfour@aol.com

[soobee]

I would also recommend equestrian imports. Ann Forrest is very helpful.

[quietann]

Thanks, everyone, for your replies. With a few minor adjustments, my saddle fits the pony just fine