Bates Dressage+ Luxe Leather Saddle

Product Description

The Bates Dressage+ Luxe Leather Saddle is a premium dressage saddle designed to support rider balance, comfort, and precise communication with the horse. Combining traditional dressage styling with advanced saddle-fitting technology, it is an excellent choice for riders seeking a supportive position and a refined riding experience.

Crafted in luxurious Luxe Leather, this saddle offers a soft, supple feel and excellent grip. The narrow waist helps the rider maintain a close, balanced position, while the wider area behind the seat provides support for the dressage posture.

The saddle features an Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar, allowing riders to customise stirrup positioning to suit their preferred alignment. Its Adjustable Flexibloc system offers adaptable leg support, while the recessed stirrup channel helps create a closer feel between the rider and horse.

Bates HART technology incorporates the EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution and CAIR Cushion System to support saddle fitting and cushioning. The interchangeable gullet system and adjustable riser options allow fitting adjustments as the horse’s shape changes, subject to professional assessment.

Combining premium leather, adjustable rider support, and advanced fitting features, the Bates Dressage+ Luxe is suitable for dressage schooling, regular training, and competition preparation.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Bates Saddles
• Model: Dressage+ Luxe
• Saddle Type: English dressage saddle
• Discipline: Dressage and flatwork
• Leather: Premium Luxe Leather
• Available Colours: Classic Black; other colours may be available by special order
• Seat Sizes: Commonly 16″, 16.5″, 17″, 17.5″, and 18″, depending on market
• Approximate Weight: 6.8 kg (15 lb), depending on configuration
• Seat Design: Narrow waist with additional width behind the rider
• Knee Support: Adjustable Flexibloc system
• Stirrup Bar: Adjustable ergonomic design
• Tree: Elastiflex tree
• Cushioning: CAIR Cushion System
• Fitting System: EASY-CHANGE Gullet and Riser systems
• Girth System: Quick-Change Girth Points with adjustable Y-girthing
• Technology: Bates Horse and Rider Technology (HART)

Key Features

Premium Luxe Leather

Hand-selected calf leather offers a luxurious, supple feel with grip and a rich finish. As a natural material, the leather may display individual variations in colour and markings.

Supportive Dressage Seat

The narrow waist and wider rear seating area are designed to support a balanced dressage position and help the rider maintain stability.

Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar

The stirrup bar can be adjusted to accommodate individual rider positioning and alignment preferences.

Adjustable Flexibloc System

The Flexibloc system allows knee support to be customised to the rider’s leg position and preferred level of support.

CAIR Cushion System

Air-based cushioning is designed to distribute the rider’s weight across the saddle panels and adapt to the horse’s working musculature.

EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution

The interchangeable gullet and riser systems provide options for adjusting saddle width and balance as the horse’s shape changes.

Elastiflex Tree

The saddle tree is designed to combine structural stability with flexibility that accommodates the horse’s movement.

Adjustable Y-Girthing

The adjustable girthing arrangement helps stabilise the saddle and allows positioning to be tailored to the horse’s conformation.

Recessed Stirrup Channel

The recessed design helps reduce bulk beneath the rider’s leg and supports a close-contact feel.

Fit and Compatibility

The Bates Dressage+ Luxe is designed for dressage riders who want adjustable rider support and a saddle-fitting system that can accommodate changes in the horse’s shape.

Choose the seat size according to the rider’s proportions and preferred position. A qualified saddle fitter should assess the horse’s back shape, wither clearance, panel contact, balance, and movement before use. Gullet and riser adjustments should be made according to the manufacturer’s instructions and professional fitting advice.

Confirm the exact version, colour, seat size, included gullet, and accessories before purchasing, as specifications can vary between regional models and production versions.

Short Description

The Bates Dressage+ Luxe Leather Saddle combines premium calf leather, an adjustable ergonomic stirrup bar, Flexibloc knee support, CAIR cushioning, and the EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution to support comfort, balance, and precision in dressage riding.