David Genadek

David Genadek is a Master Saddle Maker with over 25 years of dedication to his craft. His journey began as an apprentice with some of the top saddle makers and manufacturers in the country, including Crates Leather Company. Over the years, David honed his expertise in the fine arts of carving, tool making, leather production, and pattern design.

In 1994, he founded About the Horse, Inc., a leading saddle design and manufacturing company known for its innovative approach to barrel racing, trail riding, reining, and roping saddles. What sets David’s designs apart is his commitment to returning to the basic anatomy of the horse, ensuring that each saddle is crafted with the horse’s comfort and biomechanics in mind.

A lifelong student, David has studied under Dr. Deb Bennett, a renowned expert in the biomechanics of equine anatomy, and collaborates with professionals like Peggy Cummings, a nationally recognized riding instructor. His partnerships with experts such as Mark Rashid and Harry Whitney further fuel his mission to create saddles that not only fit the horse perfectly but also seat the rider in harmony with the horse’s natural movement.

Beyond the workshop, David is a passionate educator. He hosts clinics across the U.S. and Canada, teaching horse owners how to correctly place and secure saddles for optimal comfort and performance. These hands-on workshops dive into key topics like selecting the right padding, understanding how a rider’s position affects saddle fit, and addressing the unique saddle needs for both men and women. David covers both Western and English saddles, and participants are encouraged to bring their own saddles for personalized demonstrations—all with no sales pitch, just education.

David’s work has been featured in Horse & Rider and Western Horseman, where his expertise continues to inspire. His goal remains steadfast: to keep learning and sharing his knowledge, ensuring that saddles are not just an accessory, but an essential tool for the well-being of both horse and rider.