The source of the squeak generally is the stirrup fender, at the point its leather strap slips over the saddle tree. When you put your weight in the stirrup, you apply pressure to this point, hence the squeak. Solution 1: Baby powder, which reduces friction between your fenders and the tree.

Why do English saddles squeak?

Leather rubbing against leather: In new saddles the panel leather could be rubbing against the back of the flaps, causing the squeaking sound. … Loose webbing: In old saddles, the webbing—which runs from the front of the tree to the back, and from side to side—tends to loosen, which could cause a squeaking sound.

What is the best oil to use on saddles?

Saddles need to be completely dry before oiling. A liquid saddle dressing like Neatsfoot Blend (also available in a Squirt Bottle) is ideal for a new saddle because it soaks into the leather very easily and it can be poured or squirted into hard to reach places. Pure vegetable oil or olive oil is also good.