Be as one… the secret to ignite your dressage performance. Discover the artistry in bold innovations that are surprisingly about the subtlety in riding. A position so natural and a connection so sensitive the saddle all but disappears and your performance is amplified.

The artistry… this saddle celebrates the art of dressage – the sculpted performance conducted by horse and rider in choreographing every movement with emotion, power and grace.

The perfect fit… achieve the perfect fit for your horse and generate a power and depth of expression that you will never have felt before.

The stability… find stability with perfect balance that will grant you a stillness, an independence of seat and a lightness of hand and leg that will allow you to dance across your stage with ease.

The connection… feel ultimate sensitivity, driving a connection that enables the subtlest finesse in your aids as you take the spotlight in the main arena.

Discover... the Bates Artiste.

About Bates :

Since 1934, Bates Saddles have been driven by a philosophy of innovation focused on saddle performance and comfort for both you and your horse.

When it comes to saddle fit and your horse’s comfort, Bates Saddles are the optimum choice. Their research and development team have pioneered modern saddle adjustability, and are responsible for many of the saddle features that address the comfort of horses today.

Bates have earned their reputation as the industry experts in developing creative solutions to optimise horse and rider comfort and performance. They work alongside elite riders to develop highly specialised saddles in each of their chosen disciplines

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Liz Harker, our SMS qualified Saddle Fitter, is available mobile for saddle fittings, checks and advice. Please call us on 01564778899 or email us on [email protected] to book an appointment. We recommend all saddles are professionally fitted to both the horse and rider to ensure a happy partnership

Delivery for this item is between 3-7 days depending on availability. If you need the item sooner, please contact us at [email protected]