{"title":"General Purpose Saddles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGeneral Purpose (GP) Saddles for South African Riders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GP saddle is the most versatile saddle you can own. A moderate seat depth, moderately forward flaps, and balanced knee rolls mean it works for flatwork, small fences, hacking, and everything in between. It's the first choice for riding schools, developing riders, and anyone who doesn't want to own three different saddles. It won't be specialist at any one discipline, but it will be good enough at all of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat defines a GP saddle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compromise by design — and that's a strength. The seat is deep enough to secure you in walk and trot but shallow enough to get out of the saddle over a fence. The flap is cut forward enough for a shorter stirrup but not so forward that it gets in the way of a longer leg. Most GPs have moderate knee rolls that support without over-restricting. It's the saddle that does 80% of what dressage and jumping saddles do, across both disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiding schools, Pony Club riders, developing adults, riders who do a bit of everything, and anyone on a single horse across multiple disciplines. A GP is often the right first saddle too — before you know exactly what discipline you'll end up focusing on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFinding the right fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit still matters. Even a well-designed GP needs to suit the horse's back shape. Tree width, panel contact and saddle balance are the fundamentals. Pair with a shaped \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddle-pads\"\u003esaddle pad\u003c\/a\u003e, a well-fitted \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/girths\"\u003egirth\u003c\/a\u003e, and appropriate \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stirrups-leathers\"\u003estirrups and leathers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrowse other disciplines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor focused flatwork or dressage, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dressage-saddles\"\u003edressage saddles\u003c\/a\u003e. For serious jumping 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSolo Saddlers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e35 years of SA saddlery experience. Honest advice and nationwide delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saddle-starter-kit-solo","title":"Saddle Starter Kit Solo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSolo Saddle Starter Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete, ready-to-ride tack set built for beginner riders and yard newcomers. Everything you need to saddle up for general riding arrives in a single zipped carry bag — no hunting around for matching pieces or guessing at sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish-style GP saddle\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep seat with medium twist and suede knee pads for extra grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather bridle\u003c\/strong\u003e with matching \u003cstrong\u003ebit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeb girth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStirrups and stirrup leathers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFelt numnah\u003c\/strong\u003e (saddle pad)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZipped carry bag\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep the kit together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSaddle Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium wither fit. Wood construction with metal reinforcing for strength and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSeat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep seat in the English tradition with a medium twist — sized for taller riders who need a longer seat length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePanels and Flaps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlocked panels for even weight distribution. Flaps are fitted with suede knee pads to help beginners stay secure through transitions and rising trot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit suits beginner riders stepping up from lessons to their own first saddle, as well as yards that need reliable loan tack. It's a true general-purpose set — ideal for hacking, schooling and flatwork rather than specialist disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 15\", 16\", 17\" and 18\" seat sizes. The starter kit is cut for taller riders, so choose your seat size based on comfort and leg length. If you're unsure, browse the full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dressage-gp-jumping-saddles\"\u003eGP and jumping saddles\u003c\/a\u003e or see our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddles\"\u003esaddles collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat the leather components (bridle and saddle) with a balm or conditioner every few weeks, and wash the felt numnah regularly to keep sweat and grime from compromising fit. 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