HDR Monoflap Dressage Saddle – 16.5″ Black
Product Overview
The HDR Monoflap Dressage Saddle – 16.5″ Black by Henri de Rivel is an English dressage saddle designed to provide close contact, rider stability, and comfort during flatwork, schooling, and dressage training. Featuring a streamlined monoflap construction, a deep seat, and generously padded knee blocks, this saddle helps riders maintain a balanced position while encouraging effective communication with the horse.
Crafted with soft, grippy covered leather, the HDR Monoflap offers a refined appearance and a comfortable feel. Its monoflap design reduces the layers between the rider’s leg and the horse’s side, creating a closer connection during dressage movements.
The saddle also features flocked panels, reinforced flap edges, and signature stitching for durability and style. Its Interchangeable Gullet Plate (IGP) System provides additional fitting flexibility, allowing compatible gullet plates to be changed to adjust the gullet width.
Finished in classic black and supplied in a 16.5-inch seat size, this saddle is a practical option for riders seeking a supportive dressage saddle for regular training and schooling.
Key Features
- Monoflap Construction: Reduces material beneath the rider’s leg to promote a closer contact feel.
- Deep, Supportive Seat: Helps the rider maintain a balanced and secure position during dressage work.
- Soft, Grippy Covered Leather: Offers a comfortable feel, traditional styling, and a refined finish.
- Large Padded Knee Blocks: Provide additional support to help riders maintain consistent leg positioning.
- Flocked Panels: Offer cushioning and can be professionally adjusted to suit the horse’s back.
- IGP Interchangeable Gullet System: Allows gullet-width adjustments using compatible interchangeable plates.
- Reinforced Flap Edges: Designed to improve durability in areas exposed to regular wear.
- Signature Stitching: Adds an elegant finishing detail to the saddle’s appearance.
- Classic Black Colour: A timeless finish suitable for schooling, lessons, and dressage training.
- 16.5-Inch Seat: Provides a compact seat option for riders whose measurements suit this size.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Henri de Rivel (HDR) |
| Model | Parisian Monoflap Dressage Saddle |
| Product Title | HDR Monoflap Dressage Saddle |
| Product Code | 24197-R04C165 |
| Seat Size | 16.5 inches |
| Colour | Black |
| Saddle Type | English Monoflap Dressage Saddle |
| Intended Use | Dressage, flatwork, and schooling |
| Exterior Material | Covered leather |
| Seat Design | Deep, supportive seat |
| Rider Support | Large padded knee blocks |
| Panel Construction | Flocked panels |
| Flocking Material | Confirm the exact panel material with the seller |
| Flap Design | Single-flap construction with reinforced edges |
| Fitting System | IGP Interchangeable Gullet Plate System |
| Standard Gullet | Regular, according to retailer specifications |
| Additional Gullet Plates | Compatible sizes available separately; confirm availability |
| Approximate Weight | 16.3 lb (7.4 kg), according to a retailer listing |
| Country of Origin | Listed as USA by a retailer |
| Condition | To be confirmed by seller |
| Included Accessories | Confirm the installed gullet plate and any additional accessories with the seller |
Why Choose the HDR Monoflap Dressage Saddle?
The HDR Monoflap Dressage Saddle combines a close-contact design with practical rider-support features. Its deep seat and padded knee blocks help promote stability, while the single-flap construction creates a streamlined connection between the rider’s leg and the horse.
The grippy covered leather offers a traditional appearance and a comfortable feel, while the flocked panels provide cushioning and allow professional adjustments when necessary. The interchangeable gullet system adds fitting flexibility, making it possible to adjust gullet width using compatible plates.
Its black finish, reinforced flap edges, and signature stitching create a polished appearance for riders who value both functionality and style. Whether used for riding lessons, daily flatwork, or dressage schooling, this saddle offers a practical combination of supportive design and adaptable fitting features.
Care and Maintenance
- Wipe away sweat, dust, and dirt after each ride using a soft cloth.
- Clean the covered leather with a suitable equestrian leather cleaner and follow the manufacturer’s conditioning recommendations.
- Store the saddle on a properly shaped saddle rack in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
- Inspect the billets, stitching, stirrup bars, flap edges, and girth attachments regularly.
- Arrange periodic professional inspections of the flocked panels and have the flocking adjusted when necessary.
- Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when changing IGP gullet plates, ensuring that only compatible plates are used.
- Keep the saddle away from excessive heat, moisture, and harsh cleaning products.
Saddle-Fitting Advice
Before purchasing, have a qualified saddle fitter assess the horse’s back shape, tree width, wither and spinal clearance, panel contact, and overall saddle balance. The rider’s seat size and leg position should also be considered to ensure the 16.5-inch seat is appropriate.
Although the IGP system allows gullet-width adjustments, changing the gullet plate alone does not guarantee a correct fit. The complete saddle should be assessed on the individual horse, both while standing and under a rider.
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