Introducing the NEW Bates Artiste dressage saddle
Discover the artistry in bold innovations that are surprisingly about the subtlety in riding. A position so natural and a connection so sensitive the saddle all but disappears and your performance is amplified.
The artistry… this saddle celebrates the art of dressage – the sculpted performance conducted by horse and rider in choreographing every movement with emotion, power, and grace.
The perfect fit… achieve the perfect fit for your horse and generate power and depth of expression that you will never have felt before.
The stability… find stability with the perfect balance that will grant you a stillness, independence of seat, and a lightness of hand and leg that will allow you to dance across your stage with ease.
The connection… feel ultimate sensitivity, driving a connection that enables the subtlest finesse in your aids as you take the spotlight in the main arena.
Available in Classic Black Luxe Leather or Classic Brown Luxe Leather.
Please note, Classic Brown is available by special order only in some countries.
Sizes 0, 1 or 2
Due to the moveable FlexiContourbloc, the sizing is suitable for a range of sizes. As a guide, Size 0 is similar to approximately 16.5”-17”, Size 1 is similar to 17”-17.5” and Size 2 is similar to 17.5”-18”.
Weight: Approximately 8 kg/17.6 lb
Bates saddles feature all of the benefits of Horse and Rider Technology… we call this HART.
The Bates Artiste Dressage saddle features:
SweetSpot®
The SweetSpot in the seat guides you to neutral, where you feel your pelvic bones squarely and contact is closest. This allows for a longer leg, perfect alignment and support for your upper body balance.
SynergyPanel®
A low profile panel in dressage is revolutionary. This panel achieves a quick and seamless transition from your seat to your horse for unprecedented connection.
The Bates® SynergyPanel® is the ultimate for freeing your horse to perform to their full potential.
It is simply the most shock absorbent and protective panel for your horse’s comfort and a full range of movement.
Monoflap
When it comes to communication, the monoflap design enables the saddle to disappear, so you feel your horse, as never before. The unique shaping of the saddle flap, allows your aids to transmit to your horse cleanly and directly.
Moveable FlexiContourbloc
Enjoy unprecedented support to stabilise your leg and eliminate lift, with a contour that flows through the full length of the bloc. It is the quiet interaction of this FlexiContourbloc in riding that is like no other and has to be ridden in to experience its power.
Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar
The Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar further ensures maintaining perfect balance and strength is effortless, as the saddle is customised specifically to your individual riding position.
Luxe Leather
Simply the perfect riding surface with its luxurious and tactile grip. When it comes to leather there isn’t any finer!
*No refund or exchange on saddles unless arranged with management prior to purchase*
FREE Shipping on orders over $250
Orders over $250:
Receive free shipping on orders over $250*. In-stock items are shipped promptly and will be delivered within 7-10 business days depending on where you live. This promotion is only eligible for orders placed within the Contiguous United States.
Orders less than $250:
Will be charged a flat rate* of $9.99 at checkout.
* Select oversized items require either an additional fee and/or a Freight Quote and are excluded from our Free Shipping promotion. Place your order online and a customer service representative will contact you within 2 business days with an estimate for shipping prior to your order being completed.
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Upgraded shipping method is available in checkout for a flat rate*.
* Oversize charges are additional and are listed on applicable products on the catalog page and on this website.
Expedited Shipping Options
- We offer 1 Day, 2 Day and 3 Day shipping options in checkout.
- Expedited shipping costs are based on weight and box dimensions.
- Expedited orders received before 3pm (EST) Monday thru Friday will be shipped the same day*.
* Orders placed on holidays, weekends or after 3pm (EST) will be shipped the next available business day..
Curbside Pickup:
Our Curbside Pickup service allows you to:
- Pickup your order from Schneider Saddlery’s Chagrin Falls, Ohio location for free within 2 hours of order between 8AM – 3PM
- Full access to our entire website available for pickup at our retail store
Instructions for Curbside Pickup:
- Add items from the website to your cart
- Click the checkout button
- Sign-In or Checkout as a guest
- Enter your shipping address (this is needed as we only allow nearby states to use curbside pickup)
- Choose the “Curbside Pickup” shipping method
Additional Shipping Charges:
Some heavy or large items have additional shipping and handling charges. On select products, additional shipping and handling charges are noted on the product information pages and will be noted in your shopping basket. Please note that oversize items may be very expensive to ship via an expedited ship method.
International Shipping
Deliveries outside the United States will now receive an automatic freight quote at the time of checkout. This quote should include all additional Duties & Taxes as well. If shopping outside of the US and you were not originally prompted with a Welcome Message for that country when first arriving to the website, please click on the Flag in the top left corner of the website. Select which country and currency you wish to shop through. All of our product pricing will convert to the currency you have selected. All International Orders will ship through a third party company called Global-e, their name along with Tack Western Saddles will be referenced on your bank statement.
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