For the first time Prestige presents an ultra-light saddle, its “X-Breath”.

The feature that is instantly striking is the large aperture in the seat. It takes the form of an oval hole located in the centre of the seat and has a dual function:
- a ventilation function for better air circulation, so cooling both horse and rider
- a therapeutic function, in that the anatomically shaped hole relieves pressure on the coccyx.

The hole is covered by a special ultra-elastic honeycomb material that increases the comfort of the seat.
 
There are also holes and apertures on the saddle flaps and underflaps, too, intended to make for greater lightness and for improved ventilation.

The saddle has new ultralight panels devised applying X-Technology.
 

The conventional stuffed panels are replaced by new panels made of the same synthetic material, used as stuffing, and by a new honeycomb material that is highly elastic and takes over from felt and foamed material. The effect obtained is an appreciable reduction in the thickness of the panels. At the same time stability is retained as, too, the comfort felt by the horse along its back.

Technical data:
Seat: 16”/17”/18”
Withers channel: from 29 to 37
Blocks: small, front and rear (medium on request)
Flap projections: standard / +2cm / +4cm
The seat and knee-pads are covered in double oiled calfskin to give a better grip.
The flaps and skirts are in smooth or printed leather tanned using natural treatments.

Leading Australian showjump rider and trainer Merrick Ubank rides his World Cup partner Aladino in a Prestige X-Breath Jumping Saddle and says …

“The first time I rode in the Prestige X-Breath was at the Gatton World Cup show in 2014. I used it on Aladino and we finished 2nd in the World Cup qualifier.

I am most impressed with this saddle, it positions me perfectly, gives me that extra close feel to my horse and is a super fit to my horse not moving at all, which saves me repositioning my saddle before I enter the ring.

Thanks Saddleworld Ipswich for giving me that "X-Breath" edge. I will be recommending this saddle to my clients, students and fellow Showjumping competitors!”

Pictured Below: Ron Major from Pryde's EasiFeed (class sponsor) with the winner Paula Hamood and Merrick Ubank (runner-up) at the World Cup Qualifier in Gatton 2014. Pic thanks to OzShots Sports Photography

Pic top left : thanks to Downunder Photography (from Merrick's Facdebook page)

Click Here to read the comments made by some of the world’s leading jumping riders about their Prestige saddle. 

Prestige (Italia) saddles and accessories are available at your local Saddleworld store – go to www.saddleworld.com.au for the store locator.