Posted: 3rd March 2016 | Back to news feed
Over the past few years, Saddles Direct has established firm recognition in the industry for providing amazing customer service when it comes to selling new and used saddles. Taking a one-to-one, personal approach to each and every customer, Saddles Direct are market leaders in the Saddlery market – and not only do they offer competitive prices for both buying and selling saddles, they now have the backing of three up and coming riders and their own range of saddles soon to be launched.
Vikki and Amy Smith, from Burnley in Lancashire, will be representing Saddles Direct in the showing ring. Having originally begun their riding career in the showjumping arena, sisters Vikki and Amy soon made a statement in the world of showing when they came 7th at their first attempt in the Working Hunter Pony Class at HOYS. Since then they have established themselves as top class showing producers, alongside running a hairdressers and have earned a number of accolades in the ring, with wins including HOYS and Royal International. “Vikki and I are really excited about working with Saddles Direct this season. There are some really exciting ‘things’ in the pipeline and we can’t wait to share them with you” commented Amy.
In the dressage arena, Lottie Flinn will be representing Saddles Direct. Lottie has been born into horses but only realised her passion in dressage in her early teens. Based in Preston, Lottie now runs a business importing and producing young horses from Holland, alongside riding and competing herself. She is aiming to qualify for the National Dressage Championships in 2016 and beyond that, dreams of representing Great Britain. “I have known Saddles Direct since it started,” Lottie explains. “I am so happy to be part of the team, having watched it grow and can’t wait to play a part in the next stages of company development.”
Sarah Lavelle-Huxley created Saddles Direct in 2006 where it began as a small start up based from her front room. Over the ten years it has grown from strength to strength and now employs a team of staff and has premises at Crow Wood Equestrian Centre in Lancashire. “I am so excited to be working with Amy, Vikki and Lottie,” says Sarah. “For me it is important to support riders that are in line with our ethos and all three ladies know and understand the importance of saddle fit and quality when it comes to performance. I can’t wait to see how their careers progress in 2016 and beyond.”
With the business operating across different platforms you can either visit the two storey boutique, book a Saddle Fitting with one of our very experienced saddlers or book online via www.saddlesdirect.co.uk/ customers can trial any used saddle for three days before committing to the purchase. In addition Saddles Direct have expert consultants on hand seven days a week to ensure customer satisfaction and comfort for both horse and rider.
For more information and to check out the extensive range of saddles and accessories, visit www.saddlesdirect.co.uk/
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