Top 10 Jump Saddles
There are a multitude of jump saddles to feast your eyes upon this season, which are sure to suit a range of styles, fitting requirements and budgets. Taking into consideration our customer’s buying behaviour and combining it with Saddle Direct’s leading industry knowledge, we have accumulated the best of the best jump saddles, as breeding and horse training evolves.
1. Bates Advanta Monoflap
Best for: Adjustability & Performance
Most chosen by Eventers
A true performance saddle, The Bates Advanta Monoflap Jump saddle is specially designed to provide both the horse and the rider with a perfect connection because it is extremely close contact and has been in high demand since its release in 2021.
The desirable saddle is crafted from double-lined calf leather and the fit can be completely customised to fit both horse and rider. The adjustable blocks have been engineered with a SweetSpot in the ultimate jump saddle seat for effortless rider balance, so you are poised for take-off and prepared for the unexpected.
- 16.5"-17.5"
- Fully Adjustable M-XW with changeable gullet bars and Riser System
2. Albion K2 Jump
Best for: Traditional Jump Saddle
Most chosen by riders who like a slightly deeper seat.
Boasting a supersoft seat along with a closer positive leg position, the Albion K2 Jump saddle is a staple favourite which has been around since the year 2000. Albion have a keen focus on creating the finest jump saddles for both riders and their horse.
- 16″ – 18.5″
- All Adjusta – Tree™ Fittings N – XW (can go +/- 1 width)
- K2 Tree & K2 Flat Tree
- Standard Gusset and 3” Gusset
3. Equipe Expression
Best for: Continental
Most chosen by riders with multiple horses
Equipe are our preferred continental brand and the Equipe Expression is our favourite jump saddle in the range. If you like a double flap with medium knee rolls and a flat seat, this will be the saddle for you.
The memory foam panels adapt to the horses body heat, to allow the most comfortable fit. This saddle is a popular choice for riders with multiple horses all with similar back profiles. The Theoreme tree also means this is one of the lightest jump saddles on the market.
The Expression is the flattest tree Equipe offer, and has short panels at the back so is a good fit for compact horses.
Made at the Selleria Equipe factory in Italy, the all the equipe jump saddles are made to the highest quality and craftmanship with fine italian leather.
4. Arena Monoflap Jump
Best for: Budget
Most chosen by riders transitioning out of a GP
A brand new Adjustable Mono Jump Saddle for less than £1,000. This saddle shares the same HART technology as the Bates Advanta!
What we love most about the Arena Mono is the knee block customisation. This jump saddle has a slim external knee block to provide security, with an additional velcro block underneath so you can build the size up to exactly where you want it.
5. Albion K3 Sport
Best for: Traditional Flocked Monoflap
Most chosen by riders who love the K2 but want a more close contact feel.
Building on the best-selling K2 Jump, the design team at Albion released a monoflap jump saddle with a lightweight design and close-contact feel. The Albion K3 has modern styling, the same super-soft, semi-deep seat from the K2 with a pur wool flocked panel for minor adjustments.
The K3 Sport jump saddle is built on the same Adjusta-Tree as the K2 so can be adjusted +/- 1 width by your saddle fitter.
6. GFS Monarch Cob Jump
Best for: Cobs that can!
Most chosen by riders who want a forward cut jump saddle, but don't want to compromise on fit.
All the benefits you'd expect from a forward-cut jump saddle, the GFS Monarch Cob Jump has a semi-deep seat and velcro knee & calf blocks which can be positioned exactly where you need them for your leg length and position.
Specially designed for wide horses, the Monarch Cob Jump saddle from GFS has a wide channel, with a less-angular panel designed to cater to a flatter back. This a flocked jump saddle with Siliconized wool, and a front gusset to enable fit adjustment. The Synthetic saddle tree can be adjusted using changeable gullet bars all the way up to 4XW and the X-Change girthing system allows for a point & balance strap to support with saddle slipping issues.
7. Whitaker Overton
Best for: No frills
Most chosen by riders who want to focus on comfort.
The Whitaker Overton Jump saddle is a classic forward-cut, no frills jump saddle. It has large padded knee rolls, which are staggered to encourage correct leg positioning and a padded skirt for extra comfort. This saddle boasts low-maintenance and can easily be adjusted with the changeable gullet bars.
8. Amerigo DJ
Best for: High Performance
Most chosen by Professional Show Jumpers
The Amerigo "DJ" stands for Deep Jumping. The Amerigo DJ is one of the most successful Amerigo jump saddles ever. This jump saddle is designed to position you in perfect balance and give your horse complete freedom of movement over fences. The design allows your horse to stretch through their neck and back, without interference from the saddle.
This jump saddle has been engineered for established competition horses with a good top-line, this jump saddle suits compact short-backed horses and bigger warmbloods.
The fit for the rider is very customisable, there are four flap lengths available to accommodate a wide range of leg lengths & positions.
9. Wintec 500 Close Contact
Best for: Synthetic Option
Most chosen by riders who are budget-conscious and want an easy-care saddle
We love the Wintec 500 range. The durable leather-look material is the best on the market and provides a supple and grippy seat - no more suede! This saddle has a very open seat and low square cantle to give you complete freedom to move.
The Wintec range shares the same HART technology as Bates and Arena saddles, with the adjustable gullet bars and riser system your fitter can create the perfect fit for your horse.
10. Thorowgood T8 Pony Jump
Best for: Ponies
Most chosen by riders who want to focus on comfort.
Rounding up the top 10 is T8 Pony Jump saddle from Thorowgood. The leather seat and knee pads give the feel of riding on an all leather saddle, without the expense. The T8 Pony Jump has a versatile fit which makes it a good choice for young riders progressing onto bigger ponies.
The Thorowgood saddles have been known for years for their affordable price tag however with recent technology upgrades the Thorowgood saddles are super easy to fit with a range of saddle model options which make these a saddle fitters dream and why we love them at Saddles Direct.
Find your perfect jump saddle with Saddles Direct
Here at Saddles Direct, we proudly continue to help horse riders across the country to find the perfect saddle and you can check out our impressive range of new jumping saddles online.
We also have an extensive range of second-hand jump saddles for sale. These are available on a 5-day saddle trial, so you can ride before you decide.
We understand and promote the importance of having the right saddle and correct fitting and have a fantastic team of experienced, reputable horsey people to help you choose the best possible saddles from our website.
We also have a network of highly reputable, experienced saddle fitters and saddle consultants to help you choose the best possible saddle for you and your horse. Contact our friendly team today on 01995 642 102 or email customerservice@saddlesdirect.co.uk
