Bates Isabell Luxe Leather Dressage Saddle

The Bates Isabell Luxe Leather Dressage Saddle has a deep seat that positions the rider in a central and balanced position, making correct rider alignment almost effortless. Rider support is further ensured with molded knee inserts, recessed close contact stirrup channels, Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bars and the Adjustable Flexibloc system.

The Isabell also offers tremendous support for the dressage horse through the anatomic shaping of the Elastiflex tree, a generous performance panel design with quilted panel points, wide channel and CAIR® cushions—elements that add up to superior comfort and freedom of movement. The perfect fit is achieved as the horse develops thanks to the EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution.

This dressage saddle is crafted in Bates Luxe Leather, which is hand-selected from the finest calf leather in the world. It is cared for meticulously throughout its specialized tanning process to guarantee exceptional performance in strength, color richness and ultra-soft feel. The Y-Girthing System with over girth ensures saddle stability.

Description of features:

Elastiflex Tree, supported by the EASY-CHANGE Gullet, has a rigid head to maintain clearance over your  horse’s withers. It also has lateral flexion to work with your horse’s muscular movements in every stride. Precision engineered to be lightweight, symmetrical and ultra-durable, this tree is guaranteed against breakage for 10 years under normal riding conditions.

Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bars allow you to alter the positioning of the stirrup bars, resulting in complete control over your preferred riding position.

Adjustable Flexibloc system enables you to customize the support offered for an individualized riding position. It provides great flexibility for altering the support offered by the saddle, dependent on usage.

CAIR Cushion system replaces traditional saddle panel fillings with air cushions air cushion technology. It provides significant performance advantages in the way it distributes your weight and cushions your horse’s back. The air cushions continually mold to mirror your horse’s individual conformation and working muscles. They ensure a close, even contact over a much larger weight-bearing area and help eliminate instances of pressure points.

In cushioning your horse’s back, the dynamic nature of the air ensures it works in synergy with your horse’s muscles, rather than your horse’s muscles working against a static medium. Additionally, air provides the ultimate shock absorption, reducing instances of trauma to the horse’s muscles in work.

EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution is comprised of the EASY-CHANGE Gullet system and the EASY-CHANGE Riser system. It offers a total saddle fitting solution for absolute horse comfort and your peace of mind.

Select the optimal gullet width in the EASY-CHANGE Gullet system for your horse’s current shape and muscling. Make adjustments within the saddle panels for optimal balance and clearance with the EASY-CHANGE Riser system. All adjustments are measurable, symmetrical and completely reversible, ensuring total confidence in the saddle’s ability to be custom fitted to your horse’s changing shape for optimal comfort and performance.

Y-Girthing system enables customized adjustments for your horse’s individual conformation. It maximizes saddle stability as it secures the saddle from both front and rear

QUICK-CHANGE Girth Point system allows girth points can be fitted to factory standard throughout the life of the saddle. This girth system also allows customization by a saddler or saddle fitter. The unique design ensures the girth points are highly durable and ultra slim-profile, which supports a close contact feel and increased comfort for horse and rider.

All Bates® saddles feature the finest, hand selected European leather. You can be confident that the leather in a Bates® saddle is the best in the world, and if cared for, will offer many years of riding. Leather is a natural product and its life relies on maintaining a certain level of moisture. By following the steps below your saddle will perform for many years.

Prior to being ridden your new saddle should be liberally dressed with Bates® Leather Balsam. The balsam offers a surface barrier and protects against wear, water and sweat. Allow it to soak overnight for maximum absorption and protective sealing.

Regular cleaning of the saddle with glycerine saddle soap and a damp cloth or sponge will remove dirt, which can scratch the surface. Follow the cleaning with an application of Bates Leather Balsam or Bates Leather Cream to all areas of the saddle that are not suede. Apply a heavier application to high wear areas.

Keeping your Bates® saddle clean will help it achieve the traditional, rich patina of aged, worked leather and your saddle will bring you excellent years of service.

*We do not recommend the use of oil on a Bates® saddle.

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Care: Due to the more natural properties of Luxe Leather, this saddle may require additional dressing to prevent moisture loss and to protect the leather, particularly in high areas of wear. Treated in this manner, your new saddle will achieve the traditional, rich patina of aged, worked leather and you can expect years of excellent service from your saddle.