English Saddles
An Elegant Marriage of Simplicity & Sophistication
The English saddle is a masterpiece of understated elegance, featuring a lightweight, streamlined design that Western riders may find simplistic. In the world of horse wear, the English saddle is the classic black dress.
Used SaddlePick of the WeekEvery week we scour the Internet searching for a particularly juicy bargain on a high quality used English saddle!
This Week's Pick:Used 17 1/2" Wintec All Purpose Saddle
This Week's Pick:Used 17 1/2" Wintec All Purpose SaddleDespite the uncluttered lines, the English saddle is actually quite a sophisticated piece of equipment. Nothing on it is there by accident, and every part has a specific purpose. Learning to understand the distinctive elements and types of saddles can give you the know-how to choose the proper English saddle for you and your horse.
This guide can help you do precisely that, by teaching you the basic and the not-so-basic facts about English saddles. We'll help you answer questions such as:
- What should I look for when selecting a saddle?
- Why is the saddle tree so important?
- How do I ensure a proper fit for me and my horse?
- Which type of saddle is appropriate for my intended activity?
HOW AN ENGLISH SADDLE IS MADE |














