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A saddle that fits like no other.
Every Schleese Western saddle is made with care, combining smart design and quality materials to support your horse’s movement and keep you comfortable in the saddle all day long.
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What makes Schleese Western saddles different?
Superior
Fit
- Precision seat fit for every rider with the adjustable stirrup bar.
- A variety of ergonomic seat inserts for balance and comfort.
- Gender-inclusive design supports pelvic anatomy and posture
Superior
Adjustability
- Infinitely adjustable panels match your horse’s back
- Tree width, angle and balance adjustments maintain fit as the horse changes.
- On-site fitting fine-tunes balance and contact
Adjustable Onsite
or Virtually
- Pressure relief reduces soreness and hot spots
- Wide, spine-safe channel safeguards movement
- Supportive fit helps prevent strain and injury
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9 Fit Tips for Western Saddles
Ensure your Western saddle fits like a dream with these 9 expert tips, designed to keep your horse happy and improve your riding experience.
The seat of the saddle should sit level and parallel to the ground when placed on your horse’s back.
Ensure there’s 2-3 fingers of clearance at the withers for normal withers. High or mutton withers may require adjustments.
The gullet should be wide enough (3-5 fingers) to avoid pressing on the spine or back muscles.
The saddle bars should make even contact along the horse’s back, allowing freedom of movement.
The billets should hang straight down, ensuring the girth is properly aligned and not pulling forward or backward.
The saddle should sit within the saddle support area, avoiding pressure on the shoulders or loins.
The saddle should sit evenly on the horse’s back, without tilting to one side. Tree points should clear the scapulae.
The tree angle should match the angle of the horse’s shoulder for proper positioning and comfort.
The tree width must allow for dynamic movement, ensuring the saddle fits during all phases of motion.
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Saddle Models
Schleese Western saddles offer adjustable seat balance, rigging systems, stirrup bars, panels, and a western adapter for horse and rider comfort.
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Find your fit with Schleese’s Western saddle collection.
Engineered for superior fit, comfort, and performance for both horse and rider.