Arena High Wither General Purpose Saddle

Product Overview

The Arena High Wither General Purpose Saddle is designed for horses with a prominent or high wither, offering riders a supportive, balanced seating position for versatile equestrian activities. Suitable for flatwork, light jumping, schooling, and everyday hacking, this saddle combines refined European leather craftsmanship with adjustable fitting features designed to support horse and rider comfort.

Featuring the EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution, a CAIR Cushion System, and movable knee blocks, the Arena High Wither General Purpose Saddle provides options for customising support and fit. Its versatile design makes it an excellent choice for riders seeking a practical saddle for everyday training and recreational riding.

Key Features

• High-Wither Design: Specially designed to accommodate horses with a prominent wither, subject to correct individual saddle fitting.
• European Leather Exterior: Offers an attractive finish, durability, and a traditional equestrian appearance.
• EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution: Allows adjustments to the gullet width and saddle-panel fit using compatible components.
• CAIR Cushion System: Uses air-filled panels designed to help distribute the rider’s weight across the horse’s back.
• Movable Knee and Thigh Blocks: Provide adjustable support to help riders establish a comfortable, balanced position.
• Elastiflex Tree: Designed to provide flexibility and support during movement.
• Adjustable Riser System: Allows a qualified saddle fitter to fine-tune panel support where appropriate.
• Balance Strap and Flexible Girth Options: Support saddle stability and allow fitting to be tailored to the horse.
• Versatile General Purpose Design: Suitable for schooling, flatwork, everyday hacking, and some jumping activities.

Product Specifications

Why Choose the Arena High Wither General Purpose Saddle?

The Arena High Wither General Purpose Saddle is a practical option for riders who need flexibility across different riding activities without choosing a discipline-specific saddle. Its supportive seat, adjustable rider blocks, and adaptable fitting systems provide opportunities to refine comfort and balance for both horse and rider.

The combination of leather construction and modern cushioning technology offers a balance of traditional styling and contemporary saddle design. Its adjustable components can also help accommodate changes in a horse’s shape, although adjustments must be assessed carefully rather than relying on gullet width alone.

Care and Maintenance

1. After riding, remove dust, sweat, and dirt using a suitable soft cloth or brush.
2. Clean the leather with an equestrian leather cleaner and condition it with an appropriate leather-care product.
3. Keep the saddle in a dry, well-ventilated place away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
4. Inspect the billets, stitching, girth attachments, stirrup bars, and other fittings regularly.
5. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for maintaining the CAIR panels and EASY-CHANGE components. Do not attempt to inflate or open sealed CAIR panels.
6. Arrange periodic professional saddle-fit assessments to maintain appropriate clearance, balance, and panel contact as the horse’s shape changes.

Saddle-Fitting Advice

A high-wither saddle must be assessed on the individual horse. Before purchasing, ask a qualified saddle fitter to check wither and spinal clearance, tree width, panel contact, saddle balance, and movement under a rider. A high-wither profile alone does not guarantee a correct fit.