Kincade Close Contact Youth Saddle

Product Overview

The Kincade Close Contact Youth Saddle is an English jumping saddle designed for young riders who are learning to ride, developing their jumping skills, or progressing toward equestrian competitions. Combining traditional leather construction with a supportive seat and practical rider-comfort features, this saddle is suitable for flatwork, equitation, schooling, and beginner jumping.

Made from fine-grain leather, the Kincade Youth Close Contact Saddle features a medium-deep seat, a traditional square cantle, airflow-padded flaps, and soft knee rolls. Its memory foam panels provide additional cushioning and are designed to support stable contact between the saddle and the horse’s back.

With its classic brown finish and traditional English styling, the Kincade offers a practical option for young equestrians who need a comfortable saddle for lessons, schooling, and riding development.

Key Features

• Youth-Oriented Design: Developed for young riders learning English riding and progressing through equestrian disciplines.
• Fine-Grain Leather: Provides a traditional leather appearance and a refined finish.
• Medium-Deep Seat: Helps support rider balance and a secure seating position.
• Traditional Square Cantle: Adds classic English saddle styling.
• Airflow-Padded Flaps: Provide additional cushioning and comfort beneath the rider’s legs.
• Soft Knee Rolls: Help support leg positioning and stability during riding.
• Memory Foam Panels: Provide cushioning and are designed to improve contact between the saddle and the horse.
• Narrow Twist: Designed to provide a comfortable leg position and closer contact.
• Reinforced Billet Straps: Help provide durability in areas exposed to regular girthing stress.
• Flexible Tree Construction: The specific tree design should be confirmed with the seller for the youth model being purchased.
• Versatile Riding Application: Suitable for flatwork, equitation, riding lessons, schooling, and beginner jumping.
• Classic Brown Finish: Complements traditional English bridles and other leather tack.

Product Specifications

Why Choose the Kincade Close Contact Youth Saddle?

The Kincade Close Contact Youth Saddle combines traditional leather construction with features designed to help young riders develop confidence and a stable riding position. Its medium-deep seat provides support, while the soft knee rolls help riders maintain consistent leg positioning during flatwork and jumping lessons.

The airflow-padded flaps add cushioning, and the memory foam panels are designed to provide additional comfort for the horse. Its classic styling makes it suitable for riding schools, pony clubs, and families looking for a traditional English saddle for a young rider.

Whether used for beginner lessons, equitation training, or introductory jumping, the Kincade provides a practical combination of supportive design and traditional craftsmanship.

Care and Maintenance

1. Remove dirt, sweat, and dust after each ride using a soft cloth.
2. Clean the leather with a suitable equestrian leather cleaner.
3. Apply an appropriate leather conditioner according to the manufacturer’s care recommendations.
4. Store the saddle on a properly shaped saddle rack in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location.
5. Inspect the billets, stitching, knee rolls, stirrup bars, and girth attachments regularly.
6. Check the panels for unevenness, compression, or signs of deterioration.
7. Arrange periodic professional saddle inspections to assess structural condition and continued suitability for the horse.

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 young rider’s seat size, leg length, and riding position should also be considered.

A saddle marketed for youth riders does not automatically fit every pony or horse. The saddle should be stable, allow freedom of movement, and avoid creating pressure points. Young riders should always use appropriate safety equipment and ride with suitable supervision.

Short Description

• Brand: Kincade
• Product: Close Contact Youth Saddle
• Saddle Type: English close contact / jumping saddle
• Target Riders: Children and young equestrians
• Material: Fine-grain leather
• Seat: Medium-deep with a traditional square cantle
• Flaps: Airflow-padded
• Knee Rolls: Soft, concealed design
• Panels: Memory foam cushioning
• Intended Use: Flatwork, equitation, schooling, and beginner jumping
• Colour: Brown
• Seat Size: 16 inches in the listed Regular configuration; confirm availability
• Condition: To be confirmed by seller
• Accessories: Confirm whether stirrups, leathers, and girth are included
• Fitment: Professional saddle fitting recommended