Description
Elevate your saddle experience with Albion’s luxurious “Wrapped‑Luxe” upgrade, crafted from their signature vegetable-tanned, aniline-finished, full-grain leather, sourced from first-choice hides and tanned using biodegradable plant-based tannins (quebracho, mimosa, chestnut). This premium treatment provides:
- Supreme grip and comfort: Upgraded smooth/printed leather lining (≈5 mm+) offers natural tackiness for enhanced rider stability and feel, ideal for performance jumping, dressage, and cross-country disciplines.
- Unmatched quality and resilience: Dense, robust leather resists wear and UV damage while remaining flexible, benefiting from the natural durability of veg-tan.
- Eco-conscious luxury: Everything from the tanning process to the aniline finish supports sustainability and safety. The process avoids harmful chemicals, embracing compostable tannins, and promoting allergen-free comfort for rider and horse.
- Aging with elegance: As it develops, the leather gains a deep, individual patina that looks worn-in and beautiful, enhancing longevity and personality.
- Refined aesthetics and feel: Full-grain, un-sanded hide preserves the leather’s natural character; the luxe finish offers a silky-smooth touch and exquisite appearance.
Key benefits at a glance:
| Feature | Standard Veg‑Tan | Wrapped‑Luxe Upgrade |
|---|---|---|
| Leather thickness (flaps) | ~4 mm | ~5 mm+, smoother/printed |
| Grip | Moderate natural tackiness | Enhanced tackiness for secure feel |
| Appearance | Classic matte, natural grain | Polished, sleek, premium finish |
| Durability | Excellent | Superior longevity & UV resistance |
| Patina development | Beautiful aging | Richer, deeper character over time |
| Eco credentials | Vegetarian-tanned, low-chemical finish | Same, but elevated craftsmanship & refinement |
TL;DR:
Albion’s Luxe upgrade offers thicker, smoother, and more tactile vegetable-tanned leather, delivering extra grip, resilience, and luxury without sacrificing sustainability. It’s the refined choice for riders seeking top-tier performance, comfort, and style.
Description
Elevate your saddle experience with Albion’s luxurious “Wrapped‑Luxe” upgrade, crafted from their signature vegetable-tanned, aniline-finished, full-grain leather, sourced from first-choice hides and tanned using biodegradable plant-based tannins (quebracho, mimosa, chestnut). This premium treatment provides:
- Supreme grip and comfort: Upgraded smooth/printed leather lining (≈5 mm+) offers natural tackiness for enhanced rider stability and feel, ideal for performance jumping, dressage, and cross-country disciplines.
- Unmatched quality and resilience: Dense, robust leather resists wear and UV damage while remaining flexible, benefiting from the natural durability of veg-tan.
- Eco-conscious luxury: Everything from the tanning process to the aniline finish supports sustainability and safety. The process avoids harmful chemicals, embracing compostable tannins, and promoting allergen-free comfort for rider and horse.
- Aging with elegance: As it develops, the leather gains a deep, individual patina that looks worn-in and beautiful, enhancing longevity and personality.
- Refined aesthetics and feel: Full-grain, un-sanded hide preserves the leather’s natural character; the luxe finish offers a silky-smooth touch and exquisite appearance.
Key benefits at a glance:
| Feature | Standard Veg‑Tan | Wrapped‑Luxe Upgrade |
|---|---|---|
| Leather thickness (flaps) | ~4 mm | ~5 mm+, smoother/printed |
| Grip | Moderate natural tackiness | Enhanced tackiness for secure feel |
| Appearance | Classic matte, natural grain | Polished, sleek, premium finish |
| Durability | Excellent | Superior longevity & UV resistance |
| Patina development | Beautiful aging | Richer, deeper character over time |
| Eco credentials | Vegetarian-tanned, low-chemical finish | Same, but elevated craftsmanship & refinement |
TL;DR:
Albion’s Luxe upgrade offers thicker, smoother, and more tactile vegetable-tanned leather, delivering extra grip, resilience, and luxury without sacrificing sustainability. It’s the refined choice for riders seeking top-tier performance, comfort, and style.