FLEXIBLE TREE HILASON WESTERN BARREL RACING TRAIL SADDLE 16" PRODUCT ID: HSTT922-16 TREE: Unique Super Strong FLEX-TREE. Specially Designed Durable Flexible Rubber Bars LEATHER: Premium Quality Genuine Thick Skirting Leather COLOR: Tan SKIRT: Square Skirt SEAT: 16" Pink Rough out Leather Seat HORN: 3 inches Raw Hide Horn CANTLE: 4.5 inches TOOLING: Floral Carving GULLET: Fits 6 inches to 8 inches RIGGING: D's Inskirt BASE: Quality Synthetic Wool WEIGHT: About 22 pounds EXTRAS: Matching Front and Rear Cinch Straps TO SEE OTHER SIZES OF THIS SAME ITEM, PLEASE CLICK HERE! EVENLY DISTRIBUTES THE WEIGHT of the rider Makes the horse FLEXIBLE, FASTER and SERENE Allows the horse to take SHARP AND QUICK turns during racing Prevents PRESSURE POINTS Extremely COMFORTABLE for both the horse and the Rider Allows the horse to have a FREE MOVEMENT of muscles Encourages OBEDIENCE Keeps the horse ENERGETIC for an extended period of time FITS A RANGE OF TYPES OF HORSES, from Draft, gaited to Pony Very LIGHT Weight AFFORDABLE PRICE. Similar quality saddle is about $1500 Reduces Equestrian related expenses like veterinarian expense, trainer ext Uses regular western accessories. Sizes runs like regular western saddle Hilason Flex Tree Saddles are yet another addition to its "Lesser-Tree" approach to saddle building. This saddle has a rigid Cantle and Pommel made out of Fiber-glass but has its bars made of Specially Designed Flexible Durable Rubber which has been tested and tried to withstand pressure, temperature and Moisture. The flexibility of the bars provide adjustment and positioning of the saddle away from pressure points thereby providing a comfortable and perfect fitting saddle for both the horse and the rider. This shock absorber saddle is built with traditional look and feel but falls in a class between a traditional treed saddle and the popular Hilason Treeless saddle. The main objective of this saddle is to have the experience of a regular tree in its construction yet providing additional movement to the horse by the flexible bars. It is tested to fit a wide variety of horses that have been suffering from regular treed saddles. The Hilason Flex tree saddle is designed with precision for minimum weight and maximum "close contact" experience. Due to its amazing Flex Tree feature, it fits on to horses brilliantly and provides utmost comfort to both the Horse and the Rider. This saddle is made of top quality harness leather and craftsmanship. The stirrups have Blevin buckles to provide quick changes in stirrup length and accommodate a wider height range of riders. Some of the unique features of this lightweight saddle is its close contact and pressure relief attributes. The Hilason Flex Tree saddles are for those who have high regards for Comfort of both the horse and the riders. You may use these saddles in any activity, competition or show with confidence. Hilason Flex Saddles are specifically designed for barrel racing, trail riding, pleasure, reining, penning, endurance and light-weight roping events. All Hilason Flex-Tree Western Trail / Barrel Racing Western Saddle are almost identical in construction, material and structure. The main differences that exist between the huge varieties are the colors and sizing. The color options available are Black, Dark Brown, Light Tan, Dark Tan and Mahogany. However, a saddle could be custom made for any other color of choice as well. In seat sizing, we make different sizes ranging from 10" up to 22". If the size you need is not available in stock, it can be custom made specifically for your needs. Other modifications may also be implemented if you do decide to custom order a saddle. Call 1-888-HILASON or email us at now to get a custom saddle of your choice! Past Reviews Payment Terms Shipping Terms Return Policies Customer Services CommentFromDate / TimeItem #Beautiful Saddle!! Just what we were looking for!Seller acresaway652( 3 ) 6/9/2011 1:34:25 PM250786495329Had my doubts when buying this saddle, but was very pleased when riding in it. Seller kyotyrx7( 121 ) 6/1/2011 1:33:29 AM270745794626Complicated transaction cause of me. Wonderful seller!Seller jewell5533( 193 ) 5/23/2011 2:26:24 AM250711429803easy transaction - fast shipping - A++Seller 92466ruth( 164 ) 5/18/2011 2:50:25 AM250812294530a+++++Seller deere-acres( 155 ) 5/17/2011 10:28:01 AM250814527883Quick shippment, Outstanding response to correct a minor discrepency with order.Seller firetester17404( 62 ) 5/13/2011 11:07:01 AM230589747320saddle was lovely, just as pictured. Fast delivery!Seller sahorsewoman( 6 ) 5/7/2011 12:10:46 PM250803139369Seller was very helpful and very quick to respond!Seller tisdale8( 18 ) 5/2/2011 3:02:49 PM230595678994Great quality for price.Seller lindaoz46( 238 ) 4/28/2011 6:46:13 PM250786637434Great saddle - Great to deal with !!!Seller cherokee6pilot( 3516 ) 4/26/2011 5:29:33 PM250803605486Awesome saddle! Thank you! Will purchase from in the future!!Seller ndulgme69( 23 ) 4/19/2011 8:10:16 PM270644036452nice saddleSeller drhuntr3( 57 ) 4/18/2011 9:19:54 PM250800224564superior goods, fast shippingSeller smirnal( 24 ) 4/16/2011 6:13:48 PM220632025347Ok saddle for the price.Seller sumnspcl( 20 ) 4/15/2011 11:48:19 PM250790477367son says its sexy so thanksSeller dena3709( 1698 ) 4/15/2011 5:21:07 PM250795354722ThanksSeller nobbys07( 3 ) 4/14/2011 7:51:25 AM250794055311great service, very happy with saddle and will buy from again,thank you****Seller mystic_horse_studio( 2200 ) 4/6/2011 11:22:25 PM270725736621Thank you !Seller 123loganyoung( 29 ) 4/2/2011 1:52:30 PM230595680020Slow to ship? Saddle came with hair on it and showing signs of use. Good qualitySeller c_in_stars( 321 ) 4/1/2011 7:35:43 PM230598094047Received my saddle today 6 days after my winning buy, Its beautiful in every waySeller paintedpony04( 48 ) 4/1/2011 12:20:09 AM270723888853 Past Reviews Payment Terms Shipping Terms Return Policies Customer Services We accept PayPal, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express and echecks. However, it is advised to call us at (713) 972-0404 if you intend to pay through a credit card. It helps to expedite the entire process. Local customers may also do a local pickup and the shipping charges shall be waived. We are based in Houston and the address is provide