Roughout Trainer Saddle

This saddle is built on the same tree geometry and seat positioning as professional show models, so it mimics the feel of your competition gear. The primary difference is the construction; it uses durable, grippy roughout leather and suede rather than decorative tooling, making it ideal for daily schooling without wearing out your show saddle.

Yes, it is specifically engineered to encourage correct equitation. Because it mirrors the geometry of professional show saddles, it helps you maintain the same body position during practice that you need to execute in the ring.

Roughout leather is naturally lower maintenance than smooth, tooled leather because it doesn't show scratches or scuffs from daily use. While it requires a stiff brush to remove dirt, it is designed to be a workhorse saddle that handles the rigors of daily training sessions.

Absolutely. The saddle includes convenient dees specifically designed for attaching training gear, allowing you to easily incorporate aids into your schooling sessions.

The saddle features a close-contact skirt design. This minimizes the bulk between you and your horse, allowing for more precise leg cues and clearer communication during complex maneuvers.

This saddle weighs 31 pounds. While it is sturdy enough for rigorous training, it is a standard weight for a full-sized western saddle, making it manageable for most riders to lift and tack up on a daily basis.