{"title":"Dressage Saddles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDressage Saddles for South African Riders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dressage saddle is designed for one thing above all else: letting you sit deep, long-legged, and still, while your horse moves beneath you. The deep seat, long straight flaps, and long girth straps (point billets) all work together to give you the extended leg position and close contact that dressage demands. Solo Saddlers stocks dressage saddles for riders schooling at home through to those competing at provincial level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat defines a dressage saddle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hallmark features are a deep, supportive seat that centres the rider over the horse's movement, long straight-cut flaps that accommodate a long leg position, and point billets that sit low on the saddle to keep the girth buckles off the rider's leg. Knee and thigh blocks are usually minimal — a dressage rider is supposed to develop an independent seat, not rely on the saddle for security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFinding the right fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo dressage saddle performs if it doesn't fit the horse. The tree width has to match the horse's wither and shoulder shape, the panels need even contact along the back, and the saddle must sit level. Pair it with a correctly-shaped \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddle-pads\"\u003esaddle pad\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/girths\"\u003edressage (long) girth\u003c\/a\u003e for a clean line and comfortable fit. If you're unsure, speak to a qualified saddle fitter before you commit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrowse other disciplines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're riding across disciplines — a bit of flatwork and a bit of jumping — a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gp-saddles\"\u003eGP saddle\u003c\/a\u003e may suit you better. For showjumping or cross-country, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jumping-saddles\"\u003ejumping saddles\u003c\/a\u003e. Or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddles\"\u003esaddles range\u003c\/a\u003e to compare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSolo Saddlers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e35 years in the South African saddlery trade. We stock quality dressage saddles, offer honest fitting advice, and deliver across the country.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saddle-dressage-solo","title":"Saddle Dressage Solo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Solo Dressage Saddle is built for South African riders schooling, competing and developing their dressage work. Made from quality English leather with a deep seat and straight flaps, it keeps you secure and correctly positioned through every movement — from collected trot to extended canter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Dressage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight flaps, large knee rolls and a deeper seat work together to put you in the correct dressage position: legs long and quiet, seat deep, weight centred over the horse's centre of gravity. The deep seat absorbs the horse's motion so you can move with it instead of against it, and the straight flaps keep your leg in constant, quiet contact with the horse's side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep seat with large supportive knee rolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, straight flaps for correct dressage leg position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality English leather — better grip and durability than synthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose contact panel, wool flocked with gusset for better fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable gullet tree — fits a wide range of wither shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdjustable Fit for Changing Horses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adjustable gullet system lets the saddle be re-fitted as your horse changes shape through the seasons, or moved between horses in a yard. Gullet irons change over with a simple screwdriver, and wither sets are sold separately (GUL498).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Dressage Saddle Suits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saddle suits riders working from training level upward who want a properly built English leather dressage saddle without paying European import prices. The deep seat and supportive knee rolls help less experienced riders stay positioned, while the close-contact wool-flocked panel and straight flaps give serious competitors the precision they need. It's equally well suited to schooling at home, lessons and dressage tests at unaffiliated and affiliated levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLeather That Lasts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish leather has a natural grip that holds you in the seat during sitting trot and canter work — something synthetics can't replicate. With regular oiling and cleaning, a quality leather saddle lasts decades. See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/leather-care\"\u003eleather care range\u003c\/a\u003e for the oils, soaps and conditioners we recommend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddles\"\u003esaddle collection\u003c\/a\u003e, our specialist \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dressage-gp-jumping-saddles\"\u003edressage, GP and jumping saddles\u003c\/a\u003e, and matching \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/girths\"\u003egirths\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solo Saddlers","offers":[{"title":"16\"","offer_id":44701964697778,"sku":"SAD030","price":14249.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"17\"","offer_id":44701964730546,"sku":"SAD030-17","price":14249.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4932\/9074\/files\/SAD030.jpg?v=1725351228"},{"product_id":"saddle-dressage-supreme-solo","title":"Saddle Dressage Supreme Solo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Supreme Solo Dressage Saddle is built for South African riders who want the closest possible contact with their horse. A true monoflap design puts a single layer of quality English leather between your leg and the horse's side, so every aid is clearer and every movement is felt more precisely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Dressage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery feature of this saddle supports the correct dressage position — deep seat, straight flaps and large knee rolls. The deep seat helps you sit through the horse's movement and absorb the motion rather than bouncing above it. The long, straight flaps keep your leg long and correctly placed against the horse's side, so aids stay subtle and accurate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonoflap (single flap) design for maximum horse-to-leg contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep seat with large supportive knee rolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong straight flaps for correct dressage leg position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality English leather — better grip and longevity than synthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose contact wool-flocked panel with gusset for improved fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable gullet tree — fits a wide range of wither shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a Monoflap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard double-flap dressage saddle puts both the saddle flap and the sweat flap between your leg and the horse. The monoflap design removes that extra layer, giving you a feel closer to riding bareback while still benefiting from a tree, panels and stirrups. This matters most in lateral work and changes of bend, where small leg aids need to translate clearly to the horse's side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdjustable Gullet System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adjustable gullet tree is a practical advantage for most riders — horses change shape with age, fitness and season, and one saddle can be re-fitted rather than replaced. Gullet irons change out with a simple screwdriver. Wither sets are sold separately (GUL499).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Longevity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather saddles outlast synthetic ones by years when they're properly cared for. Regular cleaning and oiling keeps the leather supple, grippy and weather-resistant. See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/leather-care\"\u003eleather care range\u003c\/a\u003e for everything needed to keep your saddle in top condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso browse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddles\"\u003esaddle collection\u003c\/a\u003e, our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dressage-gp-jumping-saddles\"\u003edressage, GP and jumping saddles\u003c\/a\u003e, and matching \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/girths\"\u003egirths\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solo Saddlers","offers":[{"title":"16\"","offer_id":44702118150322,"sku":"SAD031","price":17379.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"17\"","offer_id":44702118183090,"sku":"SAD031-17","price":17379.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4932\/9074\/files\/SAD031.jpg?v=1725355021"}],"url":"https:\/\/solosaddlers.co.za\/collections\/dressage-saddles.oembed","provider":"Solo Saddlers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}