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A GP (General Purpose) saddle is designed to be versatile, making it suitable for a range of equestrian activities, including general riding, jumping, and some forms of dressage. GP saddles can be used for various disciplines, making them an ideal choice for riders who do multiple types of riding. GP saddles typically have a deeper seat and more padding in the knee rolls, which can provide added comfort for both the horse and rider during longer rides. The design of a GP saddle promotes a secure and balanced position, which can help riders maintain good posture and stability throughout different riding activities. GP saddles often come with adjustable features, such as interchangeable gullet systems, allowing for a customised fit to accommodate different horse shapes and sizes. For beginner riders or those who do not specialise in one specific discipline, GP saddles are user-friendly and can help build foundational skills across various riding styles. GP saddles are available in multiple sizes, ensuring that both horses and riders can find a comfortable and appropriate fit. Many trainers recommend GP saddles for training young horses or for riders who are still developing their skills, as they provide a comfortable and supportive seat.
These are a small selection of the saddles we carry in stock with immediate availability.
Kent & Masters saddles are expertly made in England and are proud that all their leather saddles are handmade in England by skilled craftsmen and qualified master saddlers using traditional techniques. They combine this heritage with scientific research & testing plus saddle-fitting expertise to develop fitting solutions for even the trickiest conformation.
The Ideal Saddle Company is one of the largest manufacturers of all leather saddles on wooden saddle trees in the world, offering an extensive range of dressage, show jumping, eventing and showing styles. For over thirty years we have been based in Walsall, the home of English saddlery, and our range of saddles offers unrivalled choice in quality, style and performance, whether you’re a leisure rider, a competitive amateurs or a top level professional. With skilled fitting, the finest workmanship and our trademark flexibility we create the IDEAL saddle for you AND your horse, ensuring that you can both achieve your best.
Albion’s guiding principle is simple. Blending traditional values and artisan craftsmanship with revolutionary innovation and state of the art technology, they take tremendous pride in producing beautifully handcrafted equestrian supplies. Established in 1985 with a core vision, the brand began to pioneer a truly premium range of equestrian supplies. Since then, they have gained an outstanding reputation for providing premium quality, excellent customer service and for being talented saddle makers.
Fairfax Saddles are renowned for their scientific design, development and testing. They make saddles, girths and bridles that are proven to relieve pressure and improve the horse’s performance, which is why they are chosen by some of the best riders in the world. Experienced saddlers make their saddles in Walsall, England using a mixture of traditional techniques and cutting-edge technology. Their innovative designs are proven by science and protected by patents, their ground-breaking research is regularly published in reputable scientific journals and presented at veterinary conferences worldwide.
Since 1934, Bates Saddles have been driven by a philosophy of innovation focused on saddle performance and comfort for both you and your horse. When it comes to saddle fit and your horse’s comfort, Bates Saddles are the optimum choice. Our research and development team have pioneered modern saddle adjustability, and are responsible for many of the saddle features that address the comfort of horses today. We have earned our reputation as the industry experts in developing creative solutions to optimise horse and rider comfort and performance. We work alongside elite riders to develop highly specialised saddles in each of their chosen disciplines. Our success lies in identifying the changing needs of horses and riders. We are thorough in our research, employing every means available to us in evaluating our products. Bates Saddles enlists the services of expert physicists, veterinarians, and saddle fitters to assist in appraising our saddles, ensuring complete confidence in their proven advantages.
