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thelmanelle · Member Joined: 20 Sep 2009 Posts: 3253

I am not a Barrel Horse Person and don't know many near me that do participate in Barrel Horse events, but a little girl got two used barrel racing saddles for her Christmas present from her mom and posted them on Facebook. It turns out some good friends of their had those two saddles stolen in October, so they spent the night at the police station with the little girl crying and the mom out the money she paid for the two saddles.

It is my understanding she needs about a 14 inch seat. So I am looking for a barrel racing saddle. Anyone got a used one that can be cleaned up for her?

Thanks.
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sandra smith · Member Joined: 01 Apr 2011 Posts: 50

Sonya You have such a big heart.

I wish I did have a barrel saddle. Good lick finding one.
Sandra

merle · Member Joined: 13 Feb 2009 Posts: 445

Hi Sonya
I sent an email to a woman I know. I think she has a old barrel saddle, 14", that she does not use any more. I'll let you know what she says. Take care, Lori

thelmanelle · Member Joined: 20 Sep 2009 Posts: 3253

Lori,
That is so sweet of you. It would be great if we could arrange a way for her to get it. I surely pay for the shipping if she is ready to get rid of it. If she wants a fee for it let me know and Maybe I can clean it up for the girl and ship it from SHI as a Christmas gift. Thanks so much!

And you , too, Sandra. Nice of you to say!
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Pedestal*Pony · Posted: Sun Jan 01, 2012 2:45 pm Post subject:

I have a extra 15" Abeta (synthetic) barrel saddle that I am more then happy to give her and you for free. I dont know if I can talk Mandi out of trading her 14 for the 15 but I will try. They are the same saddle, just the 14 is solid black and the 15 is the indian pattern.

It will need a set of stirrups. If you could buy the stirrups, I will pay for the shipping. I can post pictures later today if you would like. I am going to be crazy busy for a while today till this afternoon.
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merle · Member Joined: 13 Feb 2009 Posts: 445

thelmanelle · Member Joined: 20 Sep 2009 Posts: 3253

Pedestal*Pony · Posted: Mon Jan 02, 2012 1:39 am Post subject:

thelmanelle · Member Joined: 20 Sep 2009 Posts: 3253

You are wonderful and will be making this child's sad Christmas turn around!

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sandra smith · Member Joined: 01 Apr 2011 Posts: 50

Bless all you wonderful ladies.

One little girl is going to be VERY HAPPY!!!

Sandra

bit · Member Joined: 02 Feb 2009 Posts: 4356 Location: Kansas

awwwwwww, you guys! Best group of folks EVER on this forum!
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Pedestal*Pony · Posted: Tue Jan 03, 2012 12:04 am Post subject:

Here is a picture of the saddle. Will it work? I can also take it to a guy and trade it towards a leather one if you think she would like a leather one instead.

I forgot but it has a matching breast collar and cinch.

It is in great shape and very light weight for barrel racing.

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Pedestal*Pony · Posted: Tue Jan 03, 2012 12:08 am Post subject:

I have found a pair of black stirrups on ebay. I can buy them and put them on if I can send the saddle out in a couple days when the stirrups come in.

Will that be Ok? Can you contact the parents of the little girl and tell them? Or would you just like me to send the saddle out?

I didnt have a box here at home and can get one at work tomorrow so I didnt send it out tomorrow.

I so love doing things like this!!

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ElaineW · Member Joined: 03 Feb 2009 Posts: 1465

you all are awesome!!!!

thelmanelle · Member Joined: 20 Sep 2009 Posts: 3253

Jodi,
That saddle and all is fantastic. You send it. If you get the stirrups from eBay, I will pay for them and do some reimbursing to help on your side. You are so kind. That is a perfect saddle for a little girl. I'm seeing a purple pad or light blue. I think we can put a smile on her face with that saddle and the other stuff you mentioned.

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