Bates Versa All-Purpose Saddle

The Bates Versa All-Purpose Saddle introduces performance features never before seen in a general purpose saddle. A close-contact, open seat ensures you will feel free to move in the saddle. The Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar and FlexiContourbloc system deliver unparalleled security through perfect rider alignment. Balance is effortless and enhanced with a movable front FlexiContourbloc and a surprisingly effective thigh support bloc. For riders who enjoy all aspects of riding, this saddle delivers revolutionary comfort, confidence, quality and durability.

The Versa provides the quality of design and manufacture that riders worldwide have come to expect from Bates Saddles. No expense has been spared to ensure its ability to stand the test of time, including stainless steel stirrup bars and beautifully sculpted knee and thigh support. It is made with the finest leather in the world that achieves a beautiful grip and softness. With proper care, it will last generations.

Bates Versa offers all the benefits of Horse and Rider Technology (HART). It unlocks your full potential through unparalleled connection and freedom of movement.

Key features & benefits:

• Horse’s freedom and comfort under saddle is actively enhanced, as the saddle continuously flexes and conforms with horse’s shape in motion.
• Saddle can be changed to mirror the changes in the horse as it develops.
• Adjustable Y-Girthing system achieves an equal distribution of pressure along the length of the tree to deliver tremendous stability. When adjusted for each individual, this girthing system results in an incredible reduction of white noise for the horse and accentuates clear communication between horse and rider.
• Wide chamber (or channel) ensures space around the horse’s sensitive spinous processes and helps to  ensure clearance.
• Versa’s seat stands alone for instantaneous, soft, all-day comfort. With a balanced seat, riders are able to find their home position in the saddle with exceptional connection, which makes for relaxed and confident riding.
• Ultimate leg support with the anatomically contoured FlexiContourbloc. It allows the rider’s leg to fit in and behind the bloc comfortably to support positioning, comfort and security. The FlexiContourbloc can be moved forward, backward or on a precise angle to mirror a rider’s position. The fixed rear thigh support offers added stability for the leg with a quiet supportive feel.
• Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar allows effortless horse-and-rider alignment to be achieved. The stirrup bar is easily positioned to allow a rider complete control.