The Pessoa Rodrigo Youth Jump Saddle 16.5": Precision Balance for Developing Riders
The Pessoa Rodrigo Youth Jump Saddle is an iconic, world-renowned saddle designed specifically to meet the biomechanical demands of young, competitive equestrians. Engineered under the guidance of legendary show jumper Nelson Pessoa and named after World Cup Champion Rodrigo Pessoa, this 16.5" saddle merges classic European close-contact design with modern fitting versatility.
Tailored with scaled proportions for junior riders, teenagers, or petite adults, the Rodrigo Youth delivers the perfect balance point—allowing the rider to remain effortlessly centered over fences without feeling restricted or perched.
Tailored for Performance & Fit
Engineered to support the athleticism of rising stars while maintaining complete respect for the horse’s back:
Scalable Tree Geometry: Built on a lightweight, flexible carbon fiber tree designed to absorb shock and provide an ultra-close connection between horse and rider.
X-Changeable Gullet System: Easily adjust the front arch from Narrow up to Extra-Wide. As a young rider’s competition mount matures, builds muscle, or if the saddle is transferred to a new pony or horse, the width can be changed in minutes.
Pro-Rolled Leather & AMS Panels: Wrapped in supple, pre-conditioned leather for an immediate broken-in feel and natural grip. Features wool-flocked AMS synthetic neoprene lining panels, which eliminate hot spots and distribute pressure evenly over the horse's back.
Key Features for the Rider
Youth-Proportioned Seat: Features a flat-to-semi-deep jump seat specifically contoured to support a smaller pelvis, helping young riders establish a correct, independent position over fences.
Forward-Cut Flap Configuration: Designed to accommodate shorter stirrup lengths needed for show jumping, equitation, and cross-country without pushing the knee over the front edge.
Customizable Support: Equipped with moveable/removable Velcro knee and thigh blocks, allowing young, growing legs to position the support exactly where it is needed most.
Pessoa Close-Contact Feel: Minimal bulk under the leg ensures micro-responsive leg aids and total rider security over technical fence combinations.
Specifications
Model
Pessoa Rodrigo Youth Jump
Seat Size
16.5"
Tree / Gullet
Carbon Fiber Tree with X-Change System
Panel Type
AMS Wool-Flocked Panels
Material
Full Grain / Softened Calfskin Leather
Applications
Show Jumping, Hunter/Jumper Equitation, Cross Country, Arena Eventing
5 | Brand New: Pristine condition, often with tags still attached. Showroom quality with zero wear.
4 | Very good: Lightly used with minimal signs of wear (like faint stirrup leather marks). The leather is supple, the tree is sound, and it has been exceptionally well cared for.
3 | Good: Showing standard, normal signs of regular use. May have cosmetic scuffs, moderate stirrup leather wear, or slight discoloration, but it is entirely structurally sound and ready to ride.
2 | Fair: Well-loved with noticeable wear. May have deeper scratches, heavier leather fading, or minor cosmetic blemishes, but the tree and safety components are completely intact. A great budget-friendly, functional option.
1 | As-Is / TLC Needed: Heavy wear or significant cosmetic damage. May need minor repairs (like flocking, a new billet, or stitching) before hitting the trails. Still functional, but priced accordingly.
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