Review from Lyndon Rife!

"I have been operating LTR Dressage with my wife, Julie Madriguera, in Texas for thirty-one years.  I first met Charles over twenty-five years ago in Wellington, Florida and I have been a client ever since.  I began having him measure and fit me for custom Konig boots which I continue to order from Charles until Konig closed their doors in 2024.  I would also have Charles service and refit my and my client's saddles. 

From the very start his insight and ability to solve problems was tremendous.  He helped all of our horses and riders with saddles of every make and model.  When Charles launched his Tota Comfort System bridles, we put in our orders and I am proud to say that our barn became home to some of the first Tota Comfort System saddles that were ever constructed as well.  The Tota Comfort System Saddles have become the dominant saddles in our barn, and there is a design to suit every type of horse and rider.  Our current saddles are more than six years old and they are holding up beautifully thanks to the excellent quality of leather and craftsmanship.  

We truly value all of the knowledge Charles shares with us as we work to develop our horses and students.  His depth of knowledge and experience is unmatched.  He has a passion for the horses and their well-being, as well as the sport.  The most common feedback we receive from our riders is that the saddles are the most comfortable they have ever ridden in, and how much their ability to ride the canter has improved!  The program at the barn includes horses and ponies of all shapes and levels of training, and there hasn’t been a single partnership that Charles has failed to improve!  

Besides being a valuable professional that we depend on, Charles has been a real friend, supporting and helping us over the years."

- Lyndon Rife