16.5″ Bates Classic Plus Dressage (2021) *Interchangeable Gullet*HART Technology*

Stunning Bates dressage saddle that features their adjustable gullet system, standard length flaps, and the Bates’ HART technology. Meaning it encompasses all the upgrades Bates has to offer (Easy-Change Gullet, CAIR panels, Elastiflex Tree, Performance panel technology, and Comfort seat technology).

From the Bates website: “Beneath the traditional lines and elegant appearance, the Bates Dressage saddle offers high performance, as focused on ensuring your horse’s comfort and a balanced rider position. Featuring an Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar and a narrow twist with greater width behind the rider for increased support of an optimal dressage position.”

Saddle Stats:

Year: 2021

Seat Size: 16.5″

Seat Style: deep

Flap Style: standard

Flap Length (measured from the bottom of the stirrup bar): 16″

Flap Width (widest point): 12.5″

Gullet measurement: 5″ (interchangeable – currently the red Wide gullet plated is installed)

Comes with: Bates cover

Rider Fit

• Flap Style: Standard length flap with an adjustable internal knee block.
• Seat Style: Deep Seat, perfect for riders that prefer a secure seat.
• Best suited for: A petite average height riders that prefer the security of a deeper seat.

Horse Fit

• Tree Information: An interchangeable gullet tree that uses the Bates/Arena/Wintec gullet change system.
• Best suited for: Horses or ponies who have some wither and a flatter back, or a horse that fluctuates between tree sizes.