Royal Heritage Merida Close Contact Saddle

The saddle features an exchangeable tree system that allows you to swap out the gullet plate to widen or narrow the tree width. This is ideal if your horse changes shape due to fitness, age, or seasonal conditioning.

No, the knee and thigh blocks are secured with Velcro. This allows you to adjust their position to better suit your leg length and riding style, or remove them entirely if you prefer a flatter feel.

The forward flap is specifically designed to accommodate a shorter stirrup length, which is standard for jumping and close contact riding. It ensures your leg remains properly supported without slipping behind the girth line.

Yes, the deep seat provides extra security and helps maintain a balanced position, which is excellent for schooling and flatwork. It offers enough stability for riders who want a little more support than a traditional flat-seat close contact saddle.

Because these are high-quality leather panels, they should be cleaned regularly with a gentle leather soap and conditioned to keep the material supple. Avoid heavy oils, which can saturate the flocking and cause the panels to lose their shape over time.

Yes, the panels are flocked, which means they can be professionally adjusted by a saddle fitter to ensure a precise, balanced fit on your horse's back. This is a significant advantage over foam-paneled saddles, which cannot be altered.