Wintec Pro Adjustable Synthetic Australian Stock Western Saddle with HART NEW

These saddles are also very popular with Polocrosse players!

HART (Horse And Rider Technology)

The technology that makes up HARThas been proven to be transformative for horse and rider:

• Protective cushioning: CAIR Cushion System
• Precision custom fit: EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution
• Ergonomic flex: Elastiflex Tree
• Free movement: Performance panel technology
• Superior rider performance: Comfort seat technology

Onlyif a saddle has all of these features, is it worthy of the HART badge.

WintecSaddles featuring world leading performance systems, CAIR® Cushion System andEASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution, offer the ultimate in ease of fitting andperformance for your horse. These revolutionary systems work together toprovide a custom fit and fluid cushioning to hug your horse’s individualconformation for even weight distribution over the entire length of the panel.

Yourhorse will show a marked improvement in their freedom of movement, as worldleading performance systems the EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution and CAIR CushionSystem maximize your horse’s comfort and freedom of movement. Your horse willenjoy unsurpassed adaptability for an optimal fit, even weight distribution andfluid cushioning for their total comfort.

Thesesaddles are sold as standard with a Medium width (Black) Easy Change Gullet.All other gullet sizes from Narrow to Extra Wide are available on our separatelisting and are sold separately.

We strongly recommend fittingthese saddles under the guidance of a Wintec trained saddler. Please see theWintec site for a full list of approved saddlers in your area.

When trying on your saddle pleaseensure you use a clean saddlecloth and do not remove any tags. Saddles whichhave had the tags removed, been sat on, girthed up, ridden on or show any signsof use cannot be returned.

 Saddle FittingInformation

After your initial saddle fit, werecommend that you have the fit of your saddle checked within the first threemonths, as it will settle in the head during the initial riding period, as isstandard with all new saddles. Following this initial settling in period, yoursaddle fit should then be assessed every six months throughout your saddle’slife to ensure the saddle continues to fit correctly, as your horse changesshape according to its age, level of fitness and work program. It is alwaysrecommended that you seek ongoing professional advice on your horse’s saddlefit, where possible. However the following information can assist you in notonly assessing your horse’s saddle fit, but understanding when simpleadjustments should be made. 

In order to check the clearance,bearing and balance of a saddle, it is important that the saddle is positionedcorrectly. All fitting adjustments and saddle alterations should be made inaccordance with the manufacturers recommendations. 

Ensure your horse is standingsquare and is on level ground. Locate your horse’s shoulder and check to seethat the nail of the saddle is approximately three fingers distance from theedge of your horse’s shoulder.

Checking for sufficient clearance 

Sufficient clearance of yourhorse’s wither, across the width and length of the spine, should be maintainedat all times. Check to see that the channel of the saddle is clear of yourhorse’s wither and spine through the length of the saddle.

Checking for even bearing

Your saddle should bear evenly onyour horse’s back, providing a close fit. Run your hand between your horse andthe panel of your saddle to check for even bearing. If your saddle features theCAIR Cushion System, it is important that a rider sits in the saddle to checkthe bearing, as the air becomes dynamic under the rider’s weight.

Checking for a balanced seat

Check that the deepest part ofthe saddle seat is central and level to ensure perfect saddle balance. Shouldyour saddle require further adjustments select the optimal combination ofEASY-CHANGE Risers to achieve sufficient clearance, even bearing and perfectbalance.

NB. The innovative systems in oursaddles offer unsurpassed flexibility in achieving an optimal fit, however, noone saddle can claim to fit any horse. It is always recommended you seekongoing professional advice on the fit and in meeting the unique needs of eachhorse/rider combination.