 | SemiFlex Saddles
Freedom Holistic SemiFlex saddles are bespoke saddles developed by Barrie Swain, and manufactured in Walsall, England. The SemiFlex tree moves with the horse and allows the rider to feel and connect with that movement.
If the saddle cannot flex with the horse's spine it will restrict the normal curvature and movement of the spine, therefore the horse will not be able to maintain natural balance and the rider will feel unconnected.
As the horse develops and grows stronger he will change shape dramatically. It is imperative the saddle can allow for this. If it cannot and it becomes too narrow the solid points of the tree will bear down on the withers under the weight of the rider, causing discomfort and distorted musculature. Blood flow will be restricted and tissue damage can occur.
These problems are eliminated by the SemiFlex system. The SemiFlex tree flexes from front to back when the rider sits, and the points flex in and out with the horse's movement, providing optimum comfort for the horse.
All SemiFlex saddles are made to order and may take up to 4 weeks to be delivered. They are available in 17", 17.5", 18" and 18.5" sizes in black or brown buffalo leather. Because of the large range of options that are available for each saddle, please contact us and we will work with you to come up with the best specification for your horse and you.
|
|
 |
 | SemiFlex GP
A wide flat supportive seat features in this general purpose saddle. Fitted with wide serge covered, wool flocked panels for a large weight bearing area which moulds easily to the horse's back profile.
Made from the highest quality buffalo hide which is softer and more flexible than normal hide and requires no breaking in but is just as durable. This extra softness allows a better contact with the sides of the horse.
Fitted with 3 girth straps and adjustable knee rolls.
Please contact us for ordering information.
Price: £1,880.00
|
|
|
 | SemiFlex Dressage
The expertise of Barrie Swain has produced a dressage saddle with a narrow twist for maximum rider comfort, yet features a wide seat holistic tree for maximum horse comfort.
The stirrup bars are set further back to aid achieving the classical dressage position.
General features are similar to the GP model above except for the inclusion of dressage length girth straps if required.
Please contact us for ordering information.
Price: £1,880.00
|
|
|
 | SemiFlex Working Hunter
Built with the same features as the GP saddle, the working hunter is between a GP and a dressage saddle in style and is a good choice that will cope with the show ring to training and jumping.
Please contact us for ordering information.
Price: £1,880.00
|
|
|
 | SemiFlex Cross Country
Built on a close contact tree which gives a flat, open seat. Forward cut flaps and padded knee pads give the rider the feeling of security and contact with the horse.
Please contact us for ordering information.
Price: £1,880.00
|
|
|
