Bates VSD GP Black 17" ADJ

Name: Bates VSD GP Black 17" ADJ
Brand: Bates
SKU: sc 13344
Price: 895.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Bates

SKU: sc 13344

£895.00

Unit price: per

Condition: 3.5 /5

Serial No: BIP1110541-43

Quantity

Pickup available at Saddles Direct HQ

In stock, Usually ready in 24 hours

Saddles Direct HQ

Pickup available usually ready in 24 hours

Myerscough Equine Arena
Bilsborrow PR3 0RY
United Kingdom

+441995642102

Bates VSD GP Black 17" ADJ

Black

£895.00

Shipping calculated at checkout.

Take two saddles on trial for 5 days.
Use code SADDLETRIAL at checkout.

Have questions? Call 01995 642 102

Fitting
Seat Size:
17"
Fits:
N
NM
M
MW
W
XW
Adjustability: Adjustable Gullet Bar
Wither Profile: Standard
Features
Gussets:
Full Front Gussets
Girthing Options:
Balance
Middle
Point
Saddle Material: Leather
Panel Type: CAIR/HART
Condition

Condition Score: 3.5 /5
This used saddle is in very good condition with the usual flap wear and surface scratches you would expect to see on a second-hand saddle. Slight fading to the leather.
Condition Rating
5.0 = New Saddle with Tags
4.5 = Ex-demo Saddle, has been used for fittings.
4.0 = Excellent Condition, has been used and ridden in.
3.5 = Very Good Condition
3.0 = Good Condition
2.0 = Fair Condition
The Bates All Purpose VSD shares all the performance features of the Bates All Purpose, but with a straighter cut flap and a unique placement of the stirrup bar, which together, encourage a longer, straighter leg, tending towards a dressage position. Experience the power of innovation with instantaneous comfort, security and balance, ensuring the most luxurious deep seat for leisure riding, flatwork and some dressage.

Features:

Ergonomic Stirrup Bar - The Bates saddle ergonomic, design registered, stirrup bar removes additional bulk under the saddle skirt, ensuring even closer contact and maximizing your comfort. The unique shaping offers secure attachment of your stirrup leather, while enabling the leather to come free if required during a fall. Selected Bates saddle models feature a recessed channel to the stirrup keeper, further eliminating interference with your leg for a closer feel of the horse and increased comfort.

Adjustable Flexibloc system – The Bates saddles adjustable flexibloc system does exactly what it says on the tin. They are adjustable knee blocks designed so the rider can position them for the best optimum performance aiding. Heritage Leather - Bates heritage leather upholds the traditional European practices of natural oil and wax tanning. The high oil and wax content of this performance leather ensures optimum suppleness and enhanced rider grip. The heritage leather is a smooth finish more "traditional" flap leather type you would see on many saddles. This leather is used on many of the Bates performance saddle range

What our fitters say: “The Bates AP VSD is a great option if you want a neater cut versatile saddle which you could dressage in. Still featuring all the revolutionary technology seen in the Bates saddles range the VSD simply has a straighter cut front for a neater look on the horse.”

EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution
The EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution is a customisable saddle fitting system designed to grow with your horse. It combines adjustable gullet bars (available in sizes from Medium to XW) with a riser system that allows your saddle fitter to fine-tune the saddle’s fit. This means your saddle can adapt as your horse’s shape changes or even be adjusted for a completely new horse—no permanent changes required!

CAIR® Cushion System
The CAIR® Cushion System replaces traditional flocking with air-filled panels to ensure your horse’s ultimate comfort. These sealed panels work by evenly distributing the rider’s weight across your horse’s back, helping to eliminate pressure points and allowing the panels to move and mould with your horse’s working muscles. This means your horse can enjoy complete freedom of movement, improved blood flow, and support for muscle development.

Please note: The CAIR cushions are completely sealed and do not need inflating.

All adjustments are measurable, symmetrical and completely reversible, ensuring total confidence in your ability to custom fit your saddle to your horse’s changing shape for optimal comfort and performance. It’s EASY!
Free Saddle Consultations

Speak to our team and get a free virtual saddle consultation. We can look at pictures of your horse and ask you for measurements to help give you peace of mind you're trying the best saddle for your budget.
Unlike traditional saddle shops, where customers have to pay the full cost upfront, with our trial you only pay for the most expensive as a security deposit.
*Unfortunately we can only offer our Saddle Trial in the UK due to shipping costs.
Ride Before You Decide
Choose 2 saddles and add to your cart.
Use code "SADDLETRIAL" at checkout.
You will only pay for shipping and the most expensive saddle as security deposit.
We will contact you to answer any questions you may have and then dispatch your saddles.
You get to trial the saddle for 5 days. Make sure you participate in all your riding activities with this saddles and arrange an in-person fitting with your saddle fitter if possible.
At the end of your trial, we will contact you to see how you got on and arrange collection of the saddles.
Once we have received the saddle(s) back and inspected them, we will issue any refunds necessary.
Shipping is calculated for you automatically at checkout.
Europe £35.00 3 -6 working days
USA £110.00 3 - 7 working days
Canada £125.00 4 - 5 working days
Australia £200.00 7 - 10 working days
View full shipping rates

Technical Specification

Fitting

Seat Size:

17"

Fits:

N
NM
M
MW
W
XW

Adjustability: Adjustable Gullet Bar

Wither Profile: Standard

Features

Gussets:

Full Front Gussets

Girthing Options:

Balance
Middle
Point

Saddle Material: Leather

Panel Type: CAIR/HART

Condition

Condition Score: 3.5 /5
This used saddle is in very good condition with the usual flap wear and surface scratches you would expect to see on a second-hand saddle. Slight fading to the leather.

Condition Rating
5.0 = New Saddle with Tags
4.5 = Ex-demo Saddle, has been used for fittings.
4.0 = Excellent Condition, has been used and ridden in.
3.5 = Very Good Condition
3.0 = Good Condition
2.0 = Fair Condition

Saddle Description

The Bates All Purpose VSD shares all the performance features of the Bates All Purpose, but with a straighter cut flap and a unique placement of the stirrup bar, which together, encourage a longer, straighter leg, tending towards a dressage position. Experience the power of innovation with instantaneous comfort, security and balance, ensuring the most luxurious deep seat for leisure riding, flatwork and some dressage.

Features:

Ergonomic Stirrup Bar - The Bates saddle ergonomic, design registered, stirrup bar removes additional bulk under the saddle skirt, ensuring even closer contact and maximizing your comfort. The unique shaping offers secure attachment of your stirrup leather, while enabling the leather to come free if required during a fall. Selected Bates saddle models feature a recessed channel to the stirrup keeper, further eliminating interference with your leg for a closer feel of the horse and increased comfort.
Adjustable Flexibloc system – The Bates saddles adjustable flexibloc system does exactly what it says on the tin. They are adjustable knee blocks designed so the rider can position them for the best optimum performance aiding. Heritage Leather - Bates heritage leather upholds the traditional European practices of natural oil and wax tanning. The high oil and wax content of this performance leather ensures optimum suppleness and enhanced rider grip. The heritage leather is a smooth finish more "traditional" flap leather type you would see on many saddles. This leather is used on many of the Bates performance saddle range

What our fitters say: “The Bates AP VSD is a great option if you want a neater cut versatile saddle which you could dressage in. Still featuring all the revolutionary technology seen in the Bates saddles range the VSD simply has a straighter cut front for a neater look on the horse.”

EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution
The EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution is a customisable saddle fitting system designed to grow with your horse. It combines adjustable gullet bars (available in sizes from Medium to XW) with a riser system that allows your saddle fitter to fine-tune the saddle’s fit. This means your saddle can adapt as your horse’s shape changes or even be adjusted for a completely new horse—no permanent changes required!

CAIR® Cushion System
The CAIR® Cushion System replaces traditional flocking with air-filled panels to ensure your horse’s ultimate comfort. These sealed panels work by evenly distributing the rider’s weight across your horse’s back, helping to eliminate pressure points and allowing the panels to move and mould with your horse’s working muscles. This means your horse can enjoy complete freedom of movement, improved blood flow, and support for muscle development.

Please note: The CAIR cushions are completely sealed and do not need inflating.

All adjustments are measurable, symmetrical and completely reversible, ensuring total confidence in your ability to custom fit your saddle to your horse’s changing shape for optimal comfort and performance. It’s EASY!

Not sure if it's right?

International Shipping

LeMiuex Rhone Fly Hood Espresso 1 | Saddles Direct

Save 40%

LeMiuex Rhone Fly Hood Espresso

LeMieux

Regular price ~~£32.50~~ £19.50 Save £13.00

Unit price: per

1 size

Medium/Cob

3 ways to shop

We want to make saddle shopping as stress-free as possible, so we offer more ways to shop than any other saddlery.

Saddle Trial

Take two used or demo saddles on trial for 5 days at home.

How it works

Arrange a Fitting

We will bring any suitable saddles you want us to fit.

Saddle Fitting Services

Part Exchange

We take your old saddle in part-exchange for your new one.

Get a valuation

Shop by type

Used Saddles

Popular

Shop by Budget

Your cart

Your cart is empty

Popular collections

Add on accessories...