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Bates All Purpose VSD Heritage Leather Brown 17.5" ADJ

Name: Bates All Purpose VSD Heritage Leather Brown 17.5" ADJ
Brand: Bates
SKU: SDN 1844
Price: 1449.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Bates

SKU: SDN 1844

£1,449.00

Unit price: per

Condition: 5.0 /5

Serial No: B 25 12 03 01-44

Tax included.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:
17.5"
Fits:
N
NM
M
MW
W
XW
Adjustability: Adjustable Gullet Bar
Wither Profile: Standard
Features
Gussets:
Full Front Gussets
Girthing Options:
Middle
Point
Balance
Saddle Material: Leather
Panel Type: CAIR/HART
Condition
Condition Score: 5.0 /5
This saddle is brand new with tags and manufacturer’s warranty.
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
A versatile performance saddle with a dressage influence – ideal for riders who prefer a straighter leg.

The Bates All Purpose VSD (Very Slightly Dressage) offers all the comfort, balance, and innovation of the classic Bates All Purpose, with subtle design tweaks to support a more dressage-orientated position. The straighter cut flap and thoughtfully repositioned stirrup bar naturally encourage a longer, more aligned leg, making it the perfect choice for riders who enjoy flatwork, schooling, and relaxed hacking with a touch of dressage finesse.

Deep, Supportive Seat
Provides a secure and balanced position for a range of disciplines, from leisure riding to flatwork and light jumping.

EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution
Includes the EASY-CHANGE® Gullet System and EASY-CHANGE® Riser System. Customise your saddle’s fit with measurable, symmetrical, and fully reversible adjustments.

Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar
The Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar empowers you to achieve effortless alignment between you and your horse. By allowing you to customise the position of the stirrup bar, you have complete control over your preferred riding position. The Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar can be easily repositioned by simply lifting the catch and sliding the bar to suit your individual position. The bar should then be secured by pressing down firmly on the catch and locking the bar into place.

Adjustable Flexibloc System
Customise your knee block position to suit your riding style and preference, giving you personalised support and stability.

Heritage Leather
Heritage leather upholds the traditional European practices of natural oil and wax tannage. The high oil and wax content of this performance leather ensures optimum suppleness and enhanced rider grip.

Additional Comfort Features:

Drop panel points for improved saddle fit

Moulded knee inserts for enhanced support

Quilted panel points for cushioned comfort

Why Choose the Bates All Purpose Saddle?

Versatile enough for multiple disciplines

Exceptional rider comfort with a deep, grippy seat

Adjustable to suit both horse and rider

Innovative design backed by Bates’ reputation for performance
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.
UK & ROI £25.00 1-2 working days
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
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Technical Specification

Fitting

Seat Size:

17.5"

Fits:

N
NM
M
MW
W
XW

Adjustability: Adjustable Gullet Bar

Wither Profile: Standard

Features

Gussets:

Full Front Gussets

Girthing Options:

Middle
Point
Balance

Saddle Material: Leather

Panel Type: CAIR/HART

Condition

Condition Score: 5.0 /5
This saddle is brand new with tags and manufacturer’s warranty.

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

A versatile performance saddle with a dressage influence – ideal for riders who prefer a straighter leg.

The Bates All Purpose VSD (Very Slightly Dressage) offers all the comfort, balance, and innovation of the classic Bates All Purpose, with subtle design tweaks to support a more dressage-orientated position. The straighter cut flap and thoughtfully repositioned stirrup bar naturally encourage a longer, more aligned leg, making it the perfect choice for riders who enjoy flatwork, schooling, and relaxed hacking with a touch of dressage finesse.

Deep, Supportive Seat
Provides a secure and balanced position for a range of disciplines, from leisure riding to flatwork and light jumping.

EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution
Includes the EASY-CHANGE® Gullet System and EASY-CHANGE® Riser System. Customise your saddle’s fit with measurable, symmetrical, and fully reversible adjustments.

Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar
The Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar empowers you to achieve effortless alignment between you and your horse. By allowing you to customise the position of the stirrup bar, you have complete control over your preferred riding position. The Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar can be easily repositioned by simply lifting the catch and sliding the bar to suit your individual position. The bar should then be secured by pressing down firmly on the catch and locking the bar into place.

Adjustable Flexibloc System
Customise your knee block position to suit your riding style and preference, giving you personalised support and stability.

Heritage Leather
Heritage leather upholds the traditional European practices of natural oil and wax tannage. The high oil and wax content of this performance leather ensures optimum suppleness and enhanced rider grip.

Additional Comfort Features: