Top 10 Jump Saddles for 2024

What is a Jump Saddle?

A jumping saddle is a type of English saddle specifically designed for riders who participate in show jumping or other jumping disciplines, such as cross country. These saddles are built to provide the rider with security, balance, and support over jumps, as well as allow freedom of movement for the horse. Jump saddles typically have forward-cut flaps to accommodate the rider’s shorter stirrup length used in jumping positions. They also feature padded knee rolls and blocks to aid in keeping the rider secure over fences.

Here are The Saddle Bank's top 10 jump saddles for 2024:

Bates Advanta

• Features: The Bates Advanta monoflap jump saddle is known for its close contact design, adjustable FlexiContourbloc system for customised support, adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar for optimal rider position, the Easy Change System allows for accurate fitting and adjustment to get the best fit for the horse.
• Benefits: Offers a secure and balanced position for the rider, promotes close contact with the horse, allows for personalised adjustment to suit individual preferences, and aids in enhancing performance over jumps.

Available in 16.5 inch upto 17.5 inch in Black, Brown and Brown with Black Highlights the Advanta is an office favourite here at The Saddle Bank

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Bates Victrix

• Features: The Bates Victrix jump saddle features an ultra-close contact design, adjustable FlexiContourbloc system, Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar, Luxe Leather finish for durability, and a forward-cut flap design. The Easy Change System allows for accurate fitting and adjustment to get the best fit for the horse.
• Benefits: Provides exceptional closeness to the horse, allows for customized support and positioning, offers durability with high-quality leather finish, and supports proper jumping form.
  
  

Available in 16.5 inch upto 17.5 inch in Black and Brown the Victrix is also available with a variety of different highlight colours such as Red, Aqua or Violet!

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GFS Monarch Jump

• Features: The Monarch Jump saddle boasts a slightly deeper seat with supportive knee rolls, premium European leather, adjustable gullet system for fit versatility, and wool flocked panels.
• Benefits: Offers a secure seat over jumps with knee roll support, ensures durability with high-quality leather materials, allows adjustment of fit throughout the year with the adjustable gullet bars and wool flocked panels.

Available in Black and Brown from 16.5 inch upto 18 inch the GFS Monarch Jump saddles takes the gullet bars from Narrow upto XXW for a wide range of adjustability aa your horse changes shape.

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Cavaletti Monoflap Jump

• Features: The Cavaletti Monoflap Jump saddle is characterised by its monoflap design providing close contact feel and enhanced communication between horse and rider. It is a super popular and adjustable saddle with the changeable gullet bars and wool flocked panels for minor adjustments,
• Benefits: Facilitates a closer connection between horse and rider due to minimal bulk under the leg from monoflap construction. Super affordable quality monoflap jump saddle.

Available in Black and Brown from 17 inch upto 18 inch the Cavaletti Monoflap Jump takes the gullet bars from NM upto XXW for a wide range of adjustability aa your horse changes shape throughout the year.

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Albion K4 Jump

• Features: The Albion K4 Jump saddle features an ergonomic knee roll design to aid rider position stability over jumps. Available in both dual flap and monoflap. Built as standard on an 'A' shaped tree to suit modern competition horses but is also available on the CC (Cob and Concemara) tree for broader horses. Half deep seat for rider support and comfort.
• Benefits: Supports proper riding position during jumps through ergonomic knee rolls. Albion's Adjusta Tree means it can be adjusted 2 widths each way by an approved Albion Fitter or Albion themselves. Wool flocked panels mean it can have minor adjustments to get the best fit.

Available in Black and Brown from 17 inch upto 18 inch.

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Arena Jump

• Features: The Arena Jump saddle offers a medium-deep seat design with moveable supportive knee and calf blocks to assist riders in maintaining balance whilst jumping. HART technology means you can get the best fit for your horse throughout the year as they change shape with the adjustable gullet and easy change riser system.
• Benefits: Provides stability and balance support to riders during jumping efforts through thigh blocks. Super adjustable, affordable and comfy European leather saddle.

Available in Black and Brown from 16.5 inch upto 18 inch the Arena Jump takes the gullet bars from N upto XW and the Jump/Pony Riser system, for a wide range of adjustability as your horse changes shape throughout the year. 

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GFS Premier Jump V2

• Features: The GFS Premier Jump V2 is a monoflap jump saddle which features a supportive surface knee block for secure riding position over fences. The adjustable gullet bar means the saddle can be adjusted throughout the year as the horse changes shape and the wool flocked panels allow for minor ajustments to be made to get the best fit for your horse.
• Benefits: Enhances rider security during jumping activities through supportive knee blocks. Close contact wool flocked monoflap panels for better communication between horse and rider.

Available in Black and Brown in 17 and 17.5 inch seat size the GFS Premier V2 Jump saddles takes the gullet bars from Narrow upto XXW for a wide range of adjustability as your horse changes shape.

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Equipe Ischia

• Features: The Equipe Ischia jump saddle offers an anatomically shaped tree to accommodate the horse’s conformation, it is part of the ECarbon range on the super lightweight Carbon tree.
• Benefits: Ensures better fit on various horses with anatomical tree shape while providing comfort and grip through quality leather. The fixed knee block and flatter seat offer support without restriction.

Available in Black, Brown New Market and Red Brown in seat sizes 16.5 inch upto 18inch and is on foam panels.

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Kent and Masters Competition Jump

• Features: The Kent and Masters Competition Jump saddle features wool flocked panels for even weight distribution on the horse’s back, adjustable gullet system for fit flexibility, supportive knee blocks for rider security. The Competition Jump is available in both a Monoflap XC and a Dual Flap Show jump saddle.
• Benefits: Promotes horse comfort through even weight distribution on the back, allows adaptability in fit with gullet adjustment options. The Competition Jump saddles take the adjsutable R Bars and the wool flocked panels allow for minor adjustments to get the best fit for your horse.

Available in Black and Brown in seat sizes 17 inch upto 18 inch the Competition Jump saddles takes the R gullet bars from NM upto XW-XXW for a wide range of adjustability as your horse changes shape.

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Fairfax Eros

• Features: The Fairfax Eros jump saddle is renowned for its patented Prolite panel technology that promotes freedom of movement in horses, an adjustable tree width system, monoflap design for closer contact, and luxurious French calf leather. 
• Benefits: Enhances horse comfort and performance through innovative panel technology, allows customization of fit with adjustable tree width, promotes closer communication between horse and rider due to monoflap design.

The Eros replaced the Andrew Hoy XC saddle in 2023, the Andrew Hoy is still a super popular saddle and the fit of the Eros and the Andrew Hoy is the same making it a fantastic option if the Eros isn't within budget.

Available in Black and Brown in seat sizes 17 inch and 17.5  inch the Fairfax Eros takes the R gullet bars from NM upto XW-XXW for a wide range of adjustability as your horse changes shape.

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Conclusion

The right jump saddle can make a significant difference in both the rider's performance and the horse's comfort. Our top 10 jump saddles for 2024 provide a variety of options to suit different needs and preferences. Whether you prefer the advanced technology of the Bates Advanta, the close contact feel of the Cavaletti Monoflap, or the innovative design of the Fairfax Eros, there is a saddle that can enhance your jumping experience. Investing in a quality jump saddle not only supports your riding technique but also ensures your horse's well-being, allowing for better communication and improved performance over fences. Explore our selection to find the perfect saddle for you and your equine partner.