Conformation Design
High Wither
Key fitting concerns
Clearance of the spine without pinching and saddle balance
Wither heights & back shape
Prominent wither and slender bodied
Key saddle features
Deep front and rear gussets ensure good wither clearance
Standard Wither
Key fitting concerns
Relatively easy to fit but bearing surface should be maximised
Wither heights & back shape
Medium wither and average build
Key saddle features
Standard depth gussets provide a balanced fit
Low Profile
Key fitting concerns
Saddle stability and minimising bulk between horse and rider
Wither heights & back shape
Low withered, flat backed and big barrelled
Key saddle features
Slim-line rear and front gussets give a low profile fit