ENGLISH SADDLES TYPES

English Horse saddles are categorized by their intended use. English saddles for sale are categorized by their intended use, the materials from which they are made, the technique used to construct the saddle, tree types, and more. Most English horse saddles are designed for jumping and riding over a rugged countryside, with fences and other obstacles along the way. The flaps on English saddles are cut differently to accommodate different leg positions as required by different English riding disciplines. English saddles can be made of leather or synthetic materials and may be built on a wooden or fiberglass tree.

When shopping for an English saddle, you will first need to decide what type of English riding you will be doing. There are several different styles of riding that fall under the umbrella term of "English riding." These styles include: Western Pleasure (WPC), Hunter/Jumper (HJ), Eventing (EVN), Show Jumping (SHJ), Cross Country (CC), Endurance (ENE)

ALL-PURPOSE ENGLISH SADDLES

Do you want to get into horseback riding?

You've come to the right place. We have all kinds of English saddles for sale, including All Purpose English saddles. These are perfect for beginner competitions, pleasure riding, and schooling. This saddle is popular with riders who show on the flat and in classes such as hunter over fences and hunter hack. The flaps on All Purpose saddles are more generously cut forward to enhance a rider's ability to jump. Unlike a dressage saddle, the billet straps on an All Purpose English saddle are shorter.

A great choice for jumpers, this English saddle is designed with extra-wide tree bars that provide greater leverage when you're jumping—and they're easy to adjust so you can get the perfect fit every time!

CLOSE CONTACT SADDLES

The Close Contact saddle is also called a Hunt Seat or Forward Seat saddle. They are designed for riders that participate in foxhunting, show jumping, hunt seat equitation, stadium, and cross-country events. Close Contact saddles feature generously cut flaps that curve to the front to allow for a shorter stirrup length, which accommodates the rider's legs while going over jumps. The seat on a Close Contact saddle is somewhat flat and their cantles and pommels are low, to prevent interference with the rider's jumping position.

With all these features, you can rest assured that your horse will be safe and happy in his Close Contact Saddle!

If you're looking for a saddle that will make you feel like a prince, look no further than the Close Contact saddle. This saddle is designed for riders who participate in foxhunting, show jumping, hunt seat equitation, stadium, and cross-country events.

The Close Contact saddle features generously cut flaps that curve to the front to allow for a shorter stirrup length. The seat on a Close Contact saddle is somewhat flat and their cantles and pommels are low, to prevent interference with the rider's jumping position.

DRESSAGE SADDLES

Dressage saddles are designed to accommodate the longer leg position of riders who focus on flatwork and do not jump. Dressage saddles have deep seats, with straight-cut, long flaps. This design helps the rider sit deep in the saddle, which allows for clearer communication of seat aids. In most cases, the billets on dressage saddles are very long, which allows the girth to be buckled near the horse's elbow rather than underneath the rider's leg, further enhancing communication with the horse.

These are great for any rider who wants to learn to ride in a dressage style but doesn't want to spend years obsessing over their saddle. They're also great if you just want something that looks nice and is comfortable!

These styles can be used by riders of all ages and experience levels.

You've been eyeing that English saddle in the tack shop window, and now you're ready to take the plunge. But you have a few questions:

How much does it cost?

What's the difference between an All Purpose English horse saddle and a dressage saddle?

Can I just buy a cheap one, or should I get some quality stuff?

Is there anything else I should know before making my purchase?

If you're asking yourself these questions right now, we've got your back. Here's what you need to know about buying an English saddle:

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