Fabtron Gaited Trail Rider Saddle: Purpose-Built Comfort for Gaited Horses
Designed specifically for gaited breeds—especially Tennessee Walkers—the Fabtron Gaited Trail Rider Saddle blends forward-thinking design, quality American leather, and lightweight Cordura® construction into a smooth, balanced trail saddle. Built on Fabtron’s proven TrueFit™ tree with Full-Quarter Gaited Horse Bars, this saddle supports free shoulder movement while maintaining consistent balance for long, relaxed rides.
A suede leather seat with ½" impact-absorbing padding provides a secure, cushioned feel, while the 3½" cantle with a 1½" Cheyenne roll offers light back support without restricting motion—ideal for gaited horses and riders who prefer a more open seat. Cordura® fenders and a fleece-lined skirt help keep overall weight manageable, making this saddle easy to handle both on and off the horse.
Why Riders Love It
Designed for Gaited Horses
Full-Quarter Gaited Horse Bars promote proper fit and freedom of movement for Tennessee Walkers and similar breeds.
Comfortable, Secure Seat
A suede leather seat with ½" impact-absorbing padding offers grip and comfort for extended trail rides.
Balanced Trail Geometry
A 3½" cantle with Cheyenne roll provides subtle back support without limiting rider movement.
Lightweight & Easy to Manage
Cordura® fenders paired with a fleece-lined skirt reduce weight and maintenance compared to all-leather saddles.
Trail-Ready Rigging
7/8 position stainless-steel rigging dees, along with breast collar and rear saddle-string dees, ensure secure setup for trail use.
Practical, Durable Details
Leather-padded stirrups and reinforced nylon stirrup straps with quick-change buckles make adjustments quick and comfortable.
Fabtron Gaited Trail Rider Performance Profile
Tree: TrueFit™ Tree with Full-Quarter Gaited Horse Bars
Gullet: 7" width
Seat: Suede leather seat with 1/2" impact-absorbing padding
Cantle: 3-1/2" cantle with 1-1/2" Cheyenne roll
Horn: Pleasure-style horn
Rigging: 7/8 position stainless-steel rigging with breast-collar and rear saddle-string dees
Construction: Leather pleasure front, cantle, and jockeys; Cordura® fenders; fleece-lined skirt
Trim: Polished leather edging; stainless-steel hardware; rear saddle strings
Stirrups: Leather-padded stirrups with reinforced nylon straps and quick-change buckles
Weight: Approx. 25 lbs.
Includes: Cinch, off-billet, and tie strap