Saddle Trail Featherweight Solo Leather

Proudly South African. For endurance, trail riding, security/police work and casual riding. Deep secure seat, comfortable for hours of being in the saddle.

Why Choose the Featherweight Solo Leather Saddle?

At just 4kg, the Featherweight Solo Leather is one of the lightest trail saddles available in South Africa. The leather-covered McLellan-style fibreglass tree is specially designed to fit South African horses, including those with higher withers. Whether you're covering long distances on endurance rides or need a reliable saddle for security and police work, this saddle delivers comfort and durability.

• Ultra-lightweight: Only 4kg — reduces fatigue on long rides
• Adjustable panels: Velcro system lets you narrow or widen for a perfect fit
• Deep, secure seat: Cushioned leather with a narrow twist for comfort
• Two stirrup positions: Accommodates both short and tall riders
• Replaceable parts: Panels, girth straps and all components sold separately
• Leather finish: Tree and panels covered in leather for a smart, professional look

Saddle Specifications

Tree

Solo McLellan-style fibreglass tree, specially designed to fit South African horses. Suitable for horses with higher withers. Two stirrup positions for better rider leg position — fits short and tall riders. Leather-covered tree.

Seat and Skirts

Deep, secure seat with cushioned leather for a comfort ride. Narrow twist for improved contact and balance.

Panels

Made from specialised ripstop material covered with leather. The underside features a unique "air flow" layer that wicks away sweat and moulds into place for even weight distribution across the horse's back. Panels can be adjusted higher or lower on the tree via Velcro for various wither fits. Panels are sold separately and easily replaced.

Girth

Chafeless, contour-shaped comfort fabric with elasticised buckles. Replaceable girth straps secure from front and back for a snug, comfortable and even contact fit.

Stirrups

Broad-based endurance safety stirrups with American Biothane stirrup leathers that lie flat under the rider's legs.

Additional Features

Ample D-rings for attaching a breastplate, saddle bags and crupper. All parts are sold separately if replacement is needed.

Sizing Guide

• 16½" — fits youth riders
• 17½" — fits adult riders

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