Bates Victrix Jump 17" XW

Seat size: 17"

Gullet Width: MW

Tree: Plastic

Colour: Brown

Girthing: Central 3

Panel Shape: Mod drop

Panel Fill: Wool flocked, CAIR

Material: Leather  - Calf

Serial #: B1910068

Constructed: 2019

Condition: 3.5/5

Category: Secondhand Saddles

Suitability

The Bates Victrix's greatest strength is its high degree of adjustability, making it suitable for a very wide range of horse shapes and a great choice for a horse whose shape is likely to change.

Horses with Varying Wither Widths: The EASY-CHANGE Gullet system is the primary benefit here, allowing the saddle to be fitted to horses from narrow to extra-wide and easily changed as they gain or lose muscle.

Horses with Developing or Changing Backs: The combination of the CAIR Cushion System and the EASY-CHANGE Riser System makes this saddle highly adaptable. It's an excellent choice for young horses whose bodies are still developing or any horse whose back shape changes with training or seasonally.

Horses Needing Good Spinal Clearance: The wide channel and the design of the panels are engineered to ensure sufficient clearance over the spine.

Horses of a Standard Conformation: While highly adjustable, the core tree shape is designed to be a good starting point for horses with a standard back profile. The ability to fine-tune the fit with the risers is a key advantage.

About

HART (Horse and Rider Technology): The Victrix is equipped with the full suite of Bates' HART technology, which includes:

CAIR Cushion System: Replaces traditional flocking with air cushions in the panels. These cushions are designed to mold to the horse's working muscles, distribute weight evenly, and act as a shock absorber.

EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution: This is a two-part system that allows for a high degree of adjustability. The EASY-CHANGE Gullet System lets you easily change the saddle's gullet plate to a different size (from narrow to extra-wide), while the EASY-CHANGE Riser System allows a saddle fitter to make minor adjustments to the panels for optimal balance and clearance.

SynergyPanel: This low-profile panel design works in conjunction with the CAIR system to reduce bulk between the horse and rider, promoting a closer feel and improved communication.

Elastiflex Tree: The saddle is built on a lightweight and durable tree that has a rigid head to maintain wither clearance but allows for lateral flexion to move with the horse's muscles.

Luxe Leather: The saddle is finished in a high-quality, grippy, and soft calf leather for a comfortable and secure ride.

Adjustable Flexibloc System: Allows the rider to customize the position of the knee and calf blocks for individual support.

Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar: The stirrup bar can be moved to a different position to help the rider find their optimal balance and alignment.