by Billy Annis
First, remove the girth, rear flank, stirrups, etc. Once this has been done, brush off any loose dirt with a rag or soft brush. Second, using saddle soap, a sponge, and warm water work up a good lather. Pay extra attention to the fenders, leathers, and stirrups. These items collect the most dirt and sweat and need to be cleaned on both sides. On saddles that have a heavy buildup leave on the saddle soap lather to soften the dirt. Third, rinse the soap off the leather. Do not be afraid to rinse well. If you leave some saddle soap on the leather, it will lead to dirt buildup. Sometimes, when the buildup is heavy 2 or 3 cleanings may be needed. Fourth, make sure the Leather on the saddle is completely dry before you re-condition the leather. For western saddles I suggest you test a small portion of the saddle to see if the conditioner is going to change the color of the saddle.We wish everyone a happy this, a merry that. Yet beneath, behind and in the midst of all that fizzy, frothy fun, there is a steady, patient presence. Death. We know it, we've always known it and always will know it. Death comes for us all: rich and ...
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