Kieffer - Lusitano Dressage Saddle

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The extra deep seated properties of the Kieffer Lusitano dressage saddle together with its high soft knee rolls make this classic dressage saddle a perfect accompaniment to the serious dressage rider, or those in training to be a future star.

If you really want to get that feeling of a horse’s swinging movements beneath you, then look no further than the Kieffer Lusitano. It’s crafted to allow for the swinging gait of baroque horses but also helps the non-baroque rider among us to achieve the best with their horse in order to gain such movements.

It’s built on the Kieffer ‘ET’ saddle seat, which is an extra deep, forward pushing style that allows the rider to really drive the horse forward with power and freedom to in order to gain those extra few marks and elasticity of movement.

As well as being extra deep the Lusitano is also supremely comfortable and with its high, soft knee rolls, it places the rider in a central, controlled and balanced position whereby you are ideally situated to use your leg and seat aids to their utmost effectiveness.

The Kieffer Lusitano is a classic dressage saddle built to modern specifics in design and technological advancements in innovation.

Available in three seat sizes and in classic black.

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Bates Australia horse saddles - A company history and development

When it comes to horse saddles, nothing can surpass the first-rate craftsmanship of the saddlers at Bates.

The international empire that we now know as Bates Australia began back in 1934 when George Bates borrowed $100 from his sister and set about making horse saddles on his veranda in Perth, Australia, thus introducing Bates saddlery.

Today his grandsons continue the family tradition, crafting exceptionally high quality horse saddles that use the latest in saddle technology in order to enhance comfort and performance for both you and your horse.

Horse saddle innovations

Bates Australia has seen many innovations, starting with the introduction of the Elastiflex Tree in 1970, which was designed to prolong the life of your horse saddle.

In 1984 the first ever full cloth race saddle was produced. Then just two years later Bates branched out, launching Wintec synthetic saddles worldwide. Wintec saddles brought with them a lightweight, easy care alternative to the leather horse saddles that Bates had become so renowned for.

The introduction of the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System in 1996 meant that horse lovers the world over were able to attain a horse saddle with the perfect fit even as the size and muscling of their horse fluctuated.

Lastly, but most definitely not least, the CAIR Panel System made its debut. This is favoured by professional equestrians, vets, remedial experts and horse saddlers alike. Air is used to cushion your horse's back and allow pressure to be distributed evenly, reducing the chance of pressure points developing. CAIR panels also provide a better standard of shock absorbency to provide you with a more comfortable horse riding experience. A horse saddle with CAIR panels is also far easier to fit and service.

Quality control

Bates horse saddles are crafted using leather sourced from the finest, hand-selected hides, then aniline dyed and expertly tanned to maximise suppleness, longevity and resistance to sweat.

Each Bates horse saddle then goes through a stringent quality control process to make sure that every saddle that leaves the factory reaches optimum standards.

These horse saddles then undergo independent expert testing to guarantee high-performance. For example, professional horse riders and equestrian sports champions endorse the Bates Momentum saddle. Stuart Tinney, Gold Medallist, 2000 Sydney Olympics, has reported how he appreciates both the aesthetics and comfort of this innovative horse saddle.

The Dogwood horse saddle and equestrian apparel range

Whether you require high quality horse tack such as horse saddles, stirrups and reins, or premium equestrian wear such as jodhpurs and riding boots, Dogwood has it all.

We have equestrian apparel for men, women and children, no matter what their horse riding passion. We also have horse products to suit a variety of disciplines from the Bates Caprilli close contact saddle, ideal for show jumping and eventing, to the Crosby Dressage Girth.

If you require any further details about our horse saddle collection, equestrian apparel or fine country clothing please don't hesitate to contact us on 0845 30 10 365.

For more information about Bates horse saddles please see:

The exclusive features and benefits of the Bates momentum saddle

How to care for your Bates Momentum saddle