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Wintec Saddles

Ron and Ken Bates owners of Bates Saddlery Australia in Perth, Western Australia are the designers behind the revolutionary Wintec saddles.

In the early 1980's the Bates brothers made a range of leather race saddles using Kangaroo Hide due to its lighter weight and strength. The kangaroo hide in the saddles was not lined in order to keep the weight of the saddles down. This however caused the Kangaroo leather to wrinkle up in use and sparked a search for a lightweight foam which could be used to back the leather and stiffen it there by stopping it from wrinkling.

Not long after, a suitable foam was found, but it required protection. A tough knitted fabric, the same used to cover neoprene foam for wetsuits, was laminated to the foam for protection. The idea of laminating a single layer of cloth to a foam backing is the central idea behind Wintec Saddles. By laminating foam to fabric the durability of the fabric is considerably increased.

Using fabric on both sides of the foam produced the first ever Wintec Race saddle - what better way to maintain lightweight for a jockey.

This first ever full cloth race saddle was given to a local jockey to test. He absolutely loved the saddle and would in fact take it into the shower with him after a race to wash the mud and sweat off it. In no time there were enough jockeys interested in the saddle to send it into full scale production.

The first Wintec race saddles were sold in an array of colours including reds, blues, pinks and yellows. The saddles took the global market by storm, especially in England where in 8 out of the next 10 years the famous English Derby was won by jockeys riding in Wintec Saddles.

WINTEC ISABELL SADDLE (CAIR)
Developed in conjunction with World Dressage Champion, Isabell Werth to support both horse and rider. The difference the Isabell saddle can make to your riding is quite profound as radical features take the effort out of sitting in the correct position. The Wintec Isabell is versatile, lightweight and provides the easy care benefits of Equisuede.

Performance driven tree and seat shape

Super-Enduro seat foam retains its resilience and won't ride down, flatten or harden

Soft Sorbtec knee inserts moulds to the rider's knee shape

Newly positioned stirrup bars are positioned 5cm (2") further back than standard bars

Adjustable Flexibloc System enables the rider to individually tailor their thigh and knee support

Adjustable Y-Girthing System secures the front and back of saddle

High performance panel that is long, even and narrow in the waist

CAIR® Panel System provides maximum comfort for your Horse

EASY-CHANGE Gullet System allows a saddle to be custom fit within minutes

Lifetime guarantee on Wintec Tree

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £461.40

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WINTEC ISABELL SADDLE (FLOCK)
Developed in conjunction with World Dressage Champion, Isabell Werth to support both horse and rider. The difference the Isabell saddle can make to your riding is quite profound as radical features take the effort out of sitting in the correct position. The Wintec Isabell is versatile, lightweight and provides the easy care benefits of Equisuede. Colour: Black.

Performance driven tree and seat shape

Super-Enduro seat foam retains its resilience and won't ride down, flatten or harden

Soft Sorbtec knee inserts moulds to the rider's knee shape

Newly positioned stirrup bars are positioned 5cm (2") further back than standard bars

Adjustable Flexibloc System enables the rider to individually tailor their thigh and knee support

Adjustable Y-Girthing System secures the front and back of saddle

High performance panel that is long, even and narrow in the waist

Traditionally flocked pannels

EASY-CHANGE Gullet System allows a saddle to be custom fit within minutes

Lifetime guarantee on Wintec Tree

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £416.75

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WINTEC PRO DRESSAGE SADDLE (CAIR)
A comfortable, stylish dressage saddle, the Pro is designed along traditional lines, with the modern benefits of easy-care equisuede providing the perfect level of grip. It is ideal for regular use in all levels of competition and training. Colour: Black.

Super Comfortable Seat for Correct Positioning

Recessed Bars Reduce the Lump Under the Rider's Leg

Fully Adjustable FlexiBloc System

Adjustable Y Girthing System Secures the Saddle

Equileather Surcingle Locks the Top Flap into Place

CAIR® Panel System provides maximum comfort for your Horse

EASY-CHANGE Gullet Provides Adjustable Fit

Snug Fit Panel and Wide Open Chamber

Equisuede Provides the Perfect Level of Grip

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Thin Classical Skirt

Thick Softly Padded Knee Insert

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £334.90

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WINTEC PRO DRESSAGE SADDLE (FLOCK)
A comfortable, stylish dressage saddle, the Pro is designed along traditional lines, with the modern benefits of easy-care equisuede providing the perfect level of grip. It is ideal for regular use in all levels of competition and training. Colour: Black.

Super Comfortable Seat for Correct Positioning

Recessed Bars Reduce the Lump Under the Rider's Leg

Fully Adjustable FlexiBloc System

Adjustable Y Girthing System Secures the Saddle

Equileather Surcingle Locks the Top Flap into Place

Traditionally flocked pannels

EASY-CHANGE Gullet Provides Adjustable Fit

Snug Fit Panel and Wide Open Chamber

Equisuede Provides the Perfect Level of Grip

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Thin Classical Skirt

Thick Softly Padded Knee Insert

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £312.55

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WINTEC 500 DRESSAGE SADDLE (CAIR)
Cut along classical lines the 500 Dressage is a superb saddle for riders competing in Dressage who like the traditional appearance of leather, but don't want the hassle of oiling.

Soft Equileather Knee Insert Cut Along Classical Lines

Traditional Appearance of Genuine Leather

Custom Fit FlexiBloc System

Third of the Cost of a Good Leather Saddle

Great to Have if Dressage is Your Second Discipline

Hard Wearing in Nature

Equileather Simply Wipes Clean, No Oiling or Waxing is Required

CAIR® Panel System provides maximum comfort for your Horse

EASY-CHANGE Gullet Provides Adjustable Fit

Open Chamber and Wide Bearing Panel

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

Wintec 500 Dressage Fact Sheet

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £245.60

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WINTEC 500 DRESSAGE SADDLE (FLOCK)
Cut along classical lines the 500 Dressage is a superb saddle for riders competing in Dressage who like the traditional appearance of leather, but don't want the hassle of oiling.

Soft Equileather Knee Insert Cut Along Classical Lines

Traditional Appearance of Genuine Leather

Custom Fit FlexiBloc System

Third of the Cost of a Good Leather Saddle

Great to Have if Dressage is Your Second Discipline

Hard Wearing in Nature

Equileather Simply Wipes Clean, No Oiling or Waxing is Required

Traditionally flocked pannels

EASY-CHANGE Gullet Provides Adjustable Fit

Open Chamber and Wide Bearing Panel

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

Wintec 500 Dressage Fact Sheet

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £230.70

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WINTEC PRO JUMP SADDLE WITH REAR BLOCS (CAIR)
A high performance, stylish jumping saddle designed along the same lines as the Close Contact, but with easy-care equisuede to provide the perfect level of grip. Ideal for both competition and training, Wintec's Pro-Jumping saddle can take you all the way to the top. Colour: Black.

Well Balanced Seat and Narrow Waist

Easy Care, Durable and Weatherproof

Extra Soft Contoured Knee Insert

CAIR® Panel System provides maximum comfort for your Horse

EASY-CHANGE Gullet System Provides Custom Fit

Fully Adjustable FlexiBloc System

Equisuede provides extra grip

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £334.90

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WINTEC 2000 ALL PURPOSE SADDLE (CAIR)
Combining the luxury of suede and the convenience of Equileather, the Wintec 2000 has been designed to put the comfort of you and your horse first. Great for riders who enjoy participating in many disciplines including jumping, hunting, pleasure riding, some Dressage and flatwork.

Super-Soft Enduro Seat Foam

Recessed Bars Reduce the Lump of the Stirrup Leather

Extra Soft Contoured Knee Insert

Fully Adjustable FlexiBloc System

Equisuede Provides the Perfect Level of Grip

Built-in Hi-Grip Area Assists in Leg Placement

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

CAIR® Panel System provides maximum comfort for your Horse

EASY-CHANGE Gullet System Provides Custom Fit

Snug Fit Panel and Wide Open Chamber

Chrome Tanned Prestretched Leather Girth Points

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £312.55

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WINTEC 2000 ALL PURPOSE SADDLE (FLOCK)
Combining the luxury of suede and the convenience of Equileather, the Wintec 2000 has been designed to put the comfort of you and your horse first. Great for riders who enjoy participating in many disciplines including jumping, hunting, pleasure riding, some Dressage and flatwork.

Super-Soft Enduro Seat Foam

Recessed Bars Reduce the Lump of the Stirrup Leather

Extra Soft Contoured Knee Insert

Fully Adjustable FlexiBloc System

Equisuede Provides the Perfect Level of Grip

Built-in Hi-Grip Area Assists in Leg Placement

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Traditionally flocked pannels

EASY-CHANGE Gullet System Provides Custom Fit

Snug Fit Panel and Wide Open Chamber

Chrome Tanned Prestretched Leather Girth Points

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £290.25

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WINTEC 500 ALL PURPOSE SADDLE (CAIR)
Tough by nature, traditional in looks and easy to care for. The Wintec 500 saves hassle in the stable and is very versatile making it a great saddle for busy riders whose time to ride is precious.

Traditional Leather Appearance

Soft Equisuede Knee Inserts Provide Extra Grip

Fully Adjustable FlexiBloc System

Well Balanced Seat

Easy Care - No Oiling or Waxing Required

Weatherproof and Durable

CAIR® Panel System provides maximum comfort for your Horse

EASY-CHANGE Gullet System Provides Custom Fit

Wide Bearing Panel Distributes Weight Evenly

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £230.70

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WINTEC 500 ALL PURPOSE SADDLE (FLOCK)
Tough by nature, traditional in looks and easy to care for. The Wintec 500 saves hassle in the stable and is very versatile making it a great saddle for busy riders whose time to ride is precious.

Traditional Leather Appearance

Soft Equisuede Knee Inserts Provide Extra Grip

Fully Adjustable FlexiBloc System

Well Balanced Seat

Easy Care - No Oiling or Waxing Required

Weatherproof and Durable

Traditionally flocked pannels

EASY-CHANGE Gullet System Provides Custom Fit

Wide Bearing Panel Distributes Weight Evenly

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £208.40

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WINTEC 250 SADDLE (FLOCK)
Well priced general riding saddle that will get you started comfortably and riding in the correct position. The Wintec 250 All Purpose is an ideal beginning saddle for general pleasure riding, training and schooling.

Colour: Black

Cloth seat insert and panel

Lightweight and easy to carry

Shock absorbing for rider comfort

Wide bearing cloth panel fits snugly to the horse's shape

Saddle can be easily cleaned with soap and water

Weatherproof so saddle can be ridden in conditions which would otherwise damage a leather saddle

Changeable gullet system

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

Changeable Gullet can not be accessed using the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System. The head of this saddle must be opened by a saddler.

Price: £141.40

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WINTEC PRO ENDURANCE SADDLE (CAIR)
This saddle has achieved acclaim from top Endurance riders, due to its amazing weight distribution and the comfort it provides both rider and horse during very long Endurance events

Seat Allows Room to Change Position During Long Rides

Extended Tree Distributes Weight Over a Much Larger Area

Lightweight to Ease the Pressure on Your Horse

Equisuede Provides Maximum Comfort Over Long Distances

Adjustable Y Girthing System Maximises Saddle Stability

Custom Fit FlexiBloc System

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

CAIR® Panel System provides maximum comfort for your Horse

EASY-CHANGE Gullet System Provides Custom Fit

Colour: Black

Size: 44cm

WINTEC SADDLES INCLUDE MEDIUM GULLET AS STANDARD.

Price: £565.60
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WINTEC PRO ENDURANCE SADDLE (FLOCK)
This saddle has achieved acclaim from top Endurance riders, due to its amazing weight distribution and the comfort it provides both rider and horse during very long Endurance events

Seat Allows Room to Change Position During Long Rides

Extended Tree Distributes Weight Over a Much Larger Area

Lightweight to Ease the Pressure on Your Horse

Equisuede Provides Maximum Comfort Over Long Distances

Adjustable Y Girthing System Maximises Saddle Stability

Custom Fit FlexiBloc System

Elastiflex Tree to Facilitate Excellent Communication

Lifetime Guarantee on Wintec Tree

Traditionally flocked pannels

EASY-CHANGE Gullet System Provides Custom Fit

Colour: Black

Size: 44cm