Saddlers Rest Wondai

20/06/2026

We've had quite a few people ask about saddle fit recently, and it's got us wondering...

Would anyone be interested in Dave doing another series on saddle fitting, pelvic profiling, and why the right saddle matters for both horse and rider?

Topics could include:
🐴 How to recognise a poorly fitting saddle
🐴 What pelvic profiling is and why we use it
🐴 How to correctly measure your current seat size
🐴 Why getting a rider onto their balance point is integral to comfort, security, and effective riding
🐴 How rider shape influences saddle design
🐴 Common saddle fit problems and what to look for
🐴 Why one saddle doesn't fit every horse

Whether you're a long-time DEX rider or simply wanting to understand more about saddle fit, we'd love to know what questions you have.

Drop your questions below 👇 and let us know if you'd like to see Dave go over these topics again. What would you most like him to explain?

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19/06/2026

Time for some new tack?

Show bridles, one ear bridles, Western bridles, Barcoo, leather split reins, UHF holder.

Grab them while they're hot off the bench.

18/06/2026

Well we're leaving for home tomorrow, going to get windy in Gatton and home is looking good.

Been real nice watching some amazing reining though.

Open Sunday morning so you can come and grab your hide before someone wise beats you to it.

18/06/2026

All set up at the PCRS Gatton showgrounds.

Cow hides, sheepskins, bridles, reins, bags, wallets, spur straps, slippers and our Build - a - belt bar, have a leather belt made for you while you wait, choose your leather, choose your buckle, choose your hardware, walk away with your belt.

Enjoy the sport of reining while your here.

We leave Saturday afternoon.

16/06/2026

16/06/2026

Whip Making workshop with Master Whip Maker Chris Barr
David Earle Custom Saddles Shoppe, Sunday, 26 July 2026 8:30 AM

Chris Barr is a world renowned Multi award winning master craftsman, in the fine art of Whip making and Rawhide braiding. Winning the Australian Whip making title 8 times, 3 time Dame Mary Durack Outback Craft Award recipient and Best of show for a Rawhide Hackamore at the Trappings of Texas USA.
Students will learn how to make:
* Red hide stockwhip
* 4 plait round
* 8 plait round
* Turks head knots
* Attaching a fall & cracker
This is a full day workshop.
Morning tea, Lunch and nibblies plus coffee/tea/hot chocolate included in cost of workshop
Closed in shoes must be worn at all times in the workshop.

8:30 AM Sun 26 Jul at David Earle Custom Saddles Shoppe, Wondai, QLD. Chris Barr is a world renowned Multi award winning master craftsman, in the fine art of Whip making and Rawhide braiding. Winning the Australian Whip making title 8 times, 3 time Dame Mary Durack Outb...

14/06/2026

The last two in this batch... and if you ask me, they're the perfect couple ❤️

Imagine the warmth and character these beautiful hides could bring to your home this winter.

Take home the pair today for just $1,000.

Individually, these hides are priced at $550 each, making this a great opportunity to own both.

First in, best dressed. Message us or drop into the shop to make them yours.

13/06/2026

Imagine riding in a saddle that you built yourself.

Not one pulled off a shelf.
Not one chosen from a catalogue.

A saddle designed, built and finished by your own hands, under the guidance of an experienced saddle maker.

Our Saddle Making School is more than just a course. It's an opportunity to learn traditional skills, understand leather, discover why saddle fit matters, and create something uniquely your own.

Whether you've always wanted to learn the craft, challenge yourself with a new skill, or fulfil a lifelong dream, this is your chance.

No two riders are the same.
No two horses are the same.
Why should every saddle be the same?

📍 Spots available from late September through to November.

If you've ever thought, "I'd love to build my own saddle one day," now might be the time.

Send us a message to find out more or secure your place.