Henri de Rivel Advantage CC Flocked Saddle

Product Overview

The Henri de Rivel Advantage CC Flocked Saddle is a traditional English close contact saddle designed for beginner, amateur, and recreational riders who enjoy jumping, hunter classes, and equitation. Combining classic hunt-seat styling with practical rider-support features, this saddle is suitable for schooling sessions and everyday jumping practice.

Made with durable printed leather, wool-flocked panels, padded saddle flaps, and knee support, the HDR Advantage CC Flocked Saddle offers a traditional appearance and a practical design for riders seeking comfort, stability, and versatility. Its available seat sizes and Regular or Wide tree options allow buyers to explore configurations suited to their individual requirements.

Key Features

• Close Contact Design: Supports a balanced riding position for jumping and equitation.
• Traditional Hunt Seat: Classic English saddle styling suitable for schooling and hunter disciplines.
• Printed Leather Exterior: Provides a traditional leather appearance with a durable finish.
• Wool-Flocked Panels: Allow panel padding to be assessed and adjusted by a qualified saddle fitter to suit the horse’s back.
• Padded Saddle Flaps: Provide additional comfort and support for the rider’s legs.
• Knee Roll Support: Helps support leg stability; the concealed pencil knee roll may be removable, depending on the specific configuration.
• Reinforced Billet Straps: Nylon-reinforced straps are designed to provide dependable girthing support.
• Regular and Wide Tree Options: Offers alternative width configurations, subject to seat size and stock availability.
• Classic Australian Nut Colour: A rich brown finish suited to traditional equestrian equipment.
• Suitable for Everyday Riding: Designed for jumping practice, hunter riding, equitation, and recreational schooling.

Product Specifications

Why Choose the HDR Advantage CC Flocked Saddle?

The Henri de Rivel Advantage CC Flocked Saddle combines traditional English saddle styling with useful features for riders developing their jumping skills or participating in hunter and equitation activities.

Its padded flaps and knee support help the rider maintain a steady leg position, while the wool-flocked panels offer fitting flexibility through professional adjustment. The choice of Regular and Wide tree widths can also provide additional fitting options when selected according to the horse’s individual conformation.

With its classic brown finish and practical construction, this saddle is an appealing option for riders seeking a versatile saddle for regular schooling and recreational jumping.

Care and Maintenance

1. Remove dirt, dust, and sweat after each ride using a soft brush or cloth.
2. Clean the leather with a suitable equestrian leather cleaner and condition it as recommended by the manufacturer.
3. Store the saddle on a suitable saddle rack in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location.
4. Inspect the billet straps, stitching, stirrup bars, girth attachments, and other fittings regularly.
5. Have the wool-flocked panels checked periodically by a qualified saddle fitter, particularly if the horse changes shape or the saddle develops uneven contact.
6. Avoid excessive moisture, direct sunlight, and harsh cleaning products that may damage the leather.

Saddle-Fitting Advice

A correctly fitted close contact saddle should provide suitable wither and spinal clearance, stable balance, and even panel contact without restricting the horse’s movement. A qualified saddle fitter should assess the tree width, saddle balance, flocking, and fit both while the horse is standing and under a rider.

Do not select a Regular or Wide tree based on width labels alone; the correct configuration depends on the individual horse and saddle.