The Bates All Purpose VSD shares all the performance features of the Bates All Purpose, but with a straighter cut flap and a unique placement of the stirrup bar, which together, encourage a longer, straighter leg, tending towards a dressage position. Experience the power of innovation with instantaneous comfort, security and balance, ensuring the most luxurious deep seat for leisure riding, flatwork and some dressage. Featuring Heritage Leather, which upholds traditional practices in natural oil and wax tannage, highlighting a desirable rich patina, characteristic of only the finest natural leathers. The high oil and wax content of this performance leather enhances rider grip with optimal suppleness and a fully natural surface.

Featuring world-leading performance systems, the CAIR Cushion System and the EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution to offer the ultimate in ease of fitting and comfort for your horse. These revolutionary systems work together to provide a custom fit and a fluid cushioning to hug your horse’s individual conformation for even weight distribution over the entire length of the panel.

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]