Bates All Purpose Saddle + with HART

Also known as a general Purpose saddle. This version is made with the upgraded opulence leather

The Bates All Purpose Saddle is the world's first true high-performance general-purpose saddle, with cutting-edge design and technology never before seen in a saddle of this type. With instantaneous comfort, security, and balance, you will experience the power of invention, assuring the most comfortable deep seat for leisure riding, flatwork, and some jumping. A General Purpose saddle (also known as an All Purpose saddle) is the most widely used and popular saddle among horse owners. They're made for riders who want to do a little bit of everything. The flaps are sufficiently forwards cut for jumping, as well as for schooling and hacking. The GP saddle is a descendant of the jump saddle, and it features knee rolls, but they are smaller than the jump saddle's. 

The deep seat and slim waist of the saddle allow the rider to communicate better with their horse or pony, while the  slightly forward cut flap give the ultimate in general purpose riding. Designed for a mix of Dressage, trails , show jumping or a great day at  the local riding Club.

 The traditional Bates All purpose saddle is made of the quality European leather.

This saddle features cutting edge design and technology. Riders will experience the power of innovation with instantaneous comfort, security and balance, ensuring the most luxurious seat for leisure riding, flatwork and some jumping. 

Precision custom fit

…EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution

Together the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System and the EASY-CHANGE Riser System offer a total fitting solution for your horse’s absolute comfort and your peace of mind.

All adjustments are measurable, symmetrical and completely reversible, ensuring total confidence in your ability to custom fit your saddle to your horse’s changing shape for optimal comfort and performance.

Bates saddles feature all of the benefits of Horse and Rider Technology… we call this HART.

Protective cushioning

…CAIR Cushion System

The revolutionary CAIR Cushion System replaces the traditional fillings in your saddle panel with air. There are two independently sealed air Cushions within each saddle panel. The concept of air, as the ultimate in cushioning for your horse, is simple. Air being a fluid medium will constantly adapt to the horse’s working muscles. This means that your weight will be distributed evenly across the entire length of the cushion, virtually eliminating pressure points.

This extraordinary comfort results in freer movement, better carriage, and a happier horse.

For such a simple concept the dramatic difference the CAIR Cushion System makes to your horse’s comfort and performance is profound.

Ergonomic flex

…Elastiflex Tree

Supported by an easy change gullet, the Elastiflex Tree features a rigid head to maintain clearance over your horse’s wither, while possessing lateral flexion to work with your horse’s muscular movement with every stride. Precision engineered to be lightweight, symmetrical and ultra durable the Elastiflex Tree is guaranteed against breakage for the lifetime of your saddle (under normal riding conditions), deemed to be 10 years.

Free movement

…Performance panel technology

• a generous panel, designed to ensure a large footprint on your horse’s back, maximising the weight bearing surface of the saddle and resulting in a reduction in pressure and increased comfort for your horse.
• a wide and even chamber, with performance panels to support your horse’s working muscles and maximise movement in their shoulder area.
• plus complementary technologies for your horse’s comfort including world-leading girthing systems.

Superior rider performance

…Comfort seat technology

• multilayered foams of exacting densities for instantaneous comfort and support of an optimal position.
• a narrow waist anatomically shaped for closer contact.
• plus complementary technologies for your comfort including world-leading stirrup bar, and systems to precision-tailor support for your riding position.