Full re-flock
What are full re-flocks:
Over time, the flocking within your saddle panels becomes compacted, uneven, and lumpy. This reduces the saddle’s ability to distribute pressure evenly across your horse’s back.
A full re-flock involves replacing old, compacted flocking to ensure even weight distribution, improved shock absorption, and optimal support for your horse.
What is included: (I offer full re-flocks on saddles for £120. Collection and delivery mileage fees may apply)
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If your saddle is hand sewn, the panels will be removed completely and the old flocking is removed.
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A check of the health of the tree, rivets, head plate, panels and straps.
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A full re-flock of the saddle with brand new English flocking.
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The saddle is then hand sewn back together.
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Delivery of the saddle back to the owner and a static fit to ensure the fit of the fresh flock conforms to the horse's back and Final refinements carried out where required to ensure optimal balanceany minor adjustments made if required.
Why are full re-flocks needed?
Your saddle should receive a full re-flock every 2 years dependant on its amount of use. This is necessary as, multiple flocking adjustments and frequent use will result in the flocking within the panels bunching up into lumps. These lumps will grow more hard and compact leading to a very hard and lumpy panel. Putting this hard and lumpy panel on your horse can
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Reduce comfort and freedom of movement
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Reduce shock absorption
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Muscle soreness or atrophy
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Behavioural changes (resistance and tension)
Regular full re-flocks will help support long-term comfort and it is a great opportunity to check the health of the tree, including its head plate, rivets, springs, billets and tree points.