John Whitaker Venice Jump Saddle with Gullet Tree

Product Description

The John Whitaker Venice Jump Saddle with Gullet Tree is designed for show jumping and everyday jumping training. Its forward-cut flaps, close-contact seat, and supportive knee blocks help the rider maintain a balanced position while allowing freedom of movement over fences.

The saddle features a calfskin leather seat and a large padded calfskin knee roll, providing a soft contact surface and additional support for the rider’s legs. Its shaped rear block helps guide leg positioning, while the flexible flaps are designed to support comfort and stability during jumping.

The skirt and flaps are made from durable printed leather, combining a traditional leather appearance with a close-contact feel. Underneath, the felt-lined panels feature memory foam cushioning and a dense memory foam core designed to provide shock absorption and mouldability. The felt lining also allows additional wool flocking when required by a saddle fitter.

The interchangeable gullet tree allows the tree width to be changed using compatible gullet bars. This provides flexibility when fitting horses with different conformations, although professional saddle fitting is still necessary to assess overall balance and suitability.

With its low-to-medium-depth seat, calfskin knee roll, and classic John Whitaker detailing, the Venice is suitable for riders seeking a practical jumping saddle for training and competition.

Product Specifications

• Brand: John Whitaker
• Model: Venice Jump
• Product code: JWS036G
• Saddle type: Jumping saddle
• Intended use: Show jumping and jumping training
• Seat depth: Low to medium
• Flap design: Forward-cut, dual flap
• Seat material: Calfskin leather
• Knee roll: Large padded calfskin knee roll
• Rear support: Shaped calfskin-covered back block
• Skirt and flaps: Durable printed leather
• Tree type: Adjustable gullet tree
• Gullet system: Interchangeable gullet bars
• Gullet bar range: Narrow (N), Medium (M), Medium-Wide (MW), Wide (W), Extra-Wide (XW), and Extra-Extra-Wide (XXW), subject to availability
• Standard gullet bar: Medium
• Gullet system reference: Bar A
• Panel type: Felt-lined foam panels
• Panel cushioning: Memory foam with a dense memory foam core
• Additional panel adjustment: Inner felt lining allows supplementary wool flocking
• Underpanel: Shock-absorbing latex
• Tree construction: Elastic nylon tree on the adjustable-gullet version
• Seat sizes: 17″, 17.5″, and 18″
• Colours: Black and Havana brown
• Condition: Confirm whether the individual saddle is new or used

Key Features

• Forward-cut flaps: Provide room for the rider’s leg in a jumping position.
• Close-contact seat: Supports a connected feel between horse and rider.
• Calfskin leather seat: Offers a soft, comfortable riding surface.
• Padded knee roll: Helps support leg positioning and stability.
• Shaped rear block: Provides additional support behind the rider’s leg.
• Interchangeable gullet system: Allows tree-width adjustments using compatible Bar A gullet bars.
• Memory foam panels: Designed to provide cushioning and adapt to the horse’s shape.
• Latex underpanel: Provides additional shock absorption.
• Felt-lined panels: Permit supplementary wool flocking when professionally required.
• Classic finish: Features John Whitaker branding and traditional leather styling.

Fit and Compatibility

The John Whitaker Venice Jump Saddle is intended for jumping disciplines. The adjustable gullet system offers a choice of tree widths, but selecting a gullet bar alone does not guarantee a suitable fit.

Before purchasing, confirm the seat size, installed gullet bar, panel condition, and overall saddle condition. A qualified saddle fitter should assess the saddle on the intended horse to ensure appropriate balance and pressure distribution.

Short Description

• John Whitaker Venice Jump Saddle with adjustable gullet tree.
• Designed for show jumping and jumping training.
• Forward-cut flaps and close-contact seat.
• Calfskin leather seat with padded knee roll and shaped rear block.
• Interchangeable Bar A gullet system.
• Memory foam and latex cushioning with felt-lined panels.
• Available in 17″, 17.5″, and 18″ seat sizes.
• Black or Havana brown, depending on availability.