Bates WIDE All Purpose+ Saddle

The Bates All Purpose+ Wide Saddle has been specifically developed to address the increasing international demand for saddles to fit broader breeds of horses. The deep seat supports a correct and balanced position for those who want to do a bit of everything in their saddle.

For the rider: Bates has ensured a uniquely close contact and ultra comfortable seat with a well balanced position for a wide saddle.

For the horse: Bates has created a generous panel that incorporates the CAIR&reg Cushion System, along with an anatomically shaped broad and flat lateral flexion tree that follows the natural lines of the broader horse and a wider channel for greater comfort.

• Deep seat for balance and security
• Luxurious comfort for horse and rider
• Moderate cut flap for flatwork, pleasure riding or jumping
• Ergonomic, recessed stirrup bars reduce bulk under the thigh
• Fully adjustable FlexiBloc system enables the rider to tailor their own knee support
• Rear velcro to enable use of a rear block (not included)
• Extremely soft knee pads
• Adjustable Y Girthing system allows you to keep the saddle stable front to back. The long billets eliminate the bulk of girth buckles under the leg for a closer feel.
• CAIR panel system - Air bladder provides maximum comfort for your horse by automatically adjusting as he moves
• Easy Change Wide Gullet System provides a custom fit for many different horses (ships with a 2X gullet). The wide saddles accomodate gullet sizes Extra Wide (1X) through 4X.
• Elastiflex Wide tree is rigid at the wither while the rest remains flexible to facilitate excellent communication. Lifetime guarantee (10 years)