Dressage saddles, GALLOP—JAMART Art Photography (Flickr.com)
Dressage saddles and other competition riding equipment. Also general purpose and jumping saddles. Search our large catalog below to find what you require. to find what you need.
Many people do not know the origins of dressage. It is a French term but the skills date back to the times of knights on horseback and the developments of their riding skills for battle.
The horses they used were heavier than those used in dressage competitions today. They had to be because the weights they carried were considerable. A man dressed in metallic armor was not well placed for the finer arts of riding and so his communication with his steed had to be both minute and precise. And so the skill of dressage was born whereby the rider was able to make his horse do great feats with very little outward signs from the horseman.
When you think about it, a horse had to be able to turn quickly and respond immediately if his rider was not going to be disadvantaged and vulnerable in battle. Once a military charge had degenerated into one-on-one fighting it was invariably the better horseman who came out on top.
Dressage today has its own saddles and uniform. It is all very smart and very competitive. But without really understanding where the sport came from, something is removed from the fullness of enjoying it. Men have always been ingenious in finding ways to better their skills which are also fun, and dressage saddles today contribute to that in no small measure.
Below we have a catalog of dressage saddles and other equipment which are readily available for buy now. We hope you enjoy what is there and are quickly able to find what you want.
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The Wintec 500 Pony Dressage Saddle with the CAIR Panel System and Easy Change Gullet System is anatomically designed for the young rider and pony ensuring a secure and correct position.
The Wintec Pro Pony Dressage Saddle is anatomically designed for the young rider ensuring a correct and secure position with the perfect level of grip for added confidence.
Beneath its traditional lines and elegant appearance the Bates Dressage Saddle with CAIR offers high performance and innovative features that ensure your horses comfort and a balanced position for you. The Bates Dressage Saddle with CAIR features: Elegant design Deep seat with narrow waist and broad sitting area for greater surrport Uniquely positioned stirrup bar Adjustable Y-girthing Flexibloc system CAIR & reg Cushion System for freer movement of the horse New Generation Easy Change & reg gullet system - easier than ever
The Camelot & #0153 Covered Leather Dressage Saddle offers you a quality leather exchangable gullet dressage saddle at an extremely reasonable price You will find the Camelot Dressage Saddle has the features of much more expensive saddles. The Camelot Covered Leather Dressage Saddle features: Seat and flaps covered in ultra soft and super grippy black leather Interchangeable gullet plate (comes medium other sizes sold separately) Wear guard on flap for increased durability Removable knee roll
The Anky Salinero Standard Dressage Saddle is the ultimate design for perfect balance correctness and comfort. This exquisite saddle features a supportive seat super soft buffalo printed leather for extra grip thickened inner front panel and modern knee block design all with the perfect finish. The synthetic wool flocked panels are enhanced with Pessoa's AMS® system. Designed with a standard fixed tree. Color: Black
The Amadeus Composer Dressage saddle has a deep comfortable seat. The flap design and large knee rolls correctly position the riders leg. Panels are hand stuffed wool-filled. Built on a wooden reinforced spring tree.
From the original Kincade Leather Saddles. Classically styled. With rich, full grain leather, sewn-in knee rolls and self-padded AirFlo flaps. Narrow twist and seat usually found on saddles costing 3x as much. Deep seat and flocked panels.
Now with the XCH Interchangeable Gullet System. Designed by 5 time Olympic Gold Medal winner, Dr. Reiner Klimke, this saddle provides the perfect position and balance for any dressage rider. With contour panels to provide freer movement to your horse's shoulders, synthetic wool stuffed panels, secure girthing system and a knee block that provides a secure position yet allows the rider freedom of movement. Made in a natural finish French leather of unsurpassed quality and durability. Lifetime warranty on tree.
Made with a spring tree and the best of French leathers, the seat is designed to give the rider both, support and a close contact ride, while anatomically shaped special envelope flocked panels ensure the best performance from the horse. French Design Special French leather Easy to oil calf leather Long lasting channel stitching Symmetrically controlled wooden tree with steel reinforcements Air cushion knee pads
The Epitome of Elegance. The ultimate design for a perfect balance, correctness and comfort. Features: Supportive, Soft Seat - Provides top balance and grip with maximum leg contact Super soft Pittards WR100 Cruiser Leather - Water resistant and Extra grip Thickened inner front panel Modern knee block design for more support Unique girthing system for extra security Traditional Wool Stuffed Panels
Click either Logo To Learn More and Watch Videos! Make A Statement In The New Bates Pony Dressage Saddle Developed Specifically For Ponies And Their Young Riders Featuring The Latest In World Class Saddle Design And Technology. Comfortable Seat, Anatomically Shaped For The Younger Riders. Optimally Fitting Tree For A Broad Range Of Pony Confirmations. Ergonomic Stirrup Bar Facilitates Closer Contact. New Generation Easy-Change Gullet System Makes Adjustments Easier Than Ever. Cair Panel System Facilitates Greater Communication And Offers The Ultimate Comfort For Your Pony.
This classic dressage saddle has been in the HDR line for years, and continues to be a favorite. The noticeably raised cantle provides a deep seat. The cut back pommel allows for a prominent wither. Moderate knee blocks concealed under a medium length padd
The Bates Wide Dressage Saddle with CAIR is a cutting edge dressage saddle specially designed for the wider horse that supports an optimal dressage position for the rider with unparallel comfort. The Bates Wide Dressage Saddle with CAIR features: Unprecedented comfort for the rider Maximizes comfort and performance of your horse Uniquely positioned stirrup bar Adjustable Y-girthing Flexibloc system CAIR® Cushion System for freer movement of the horse New Generation Easy Change® gullet system - easier than ever