10 Reviews: Best Horse Saddle for Trail Riding (Dec 2023)

Complete quarter western saddle with complete quarter bars and EZ fold fenders system. The Wintec Complete Quarter Western Saddle is a combination of great comfort, craftsmanship, and fit. Non-scratch synthetic leather that can endure almost any weather condition makes cleaning a breeze for this brand’s customers. The fleece-lined panels ensure that your horse is both comfortable and secure in his stall. The suede-padded seat not only gives a comfortable ride, but it also provides increased traction. This elegant saddle is available in two colors: black and dark brown.

I bought this saddle for my big 16.1 Quarter Horse and it fits him perfectly! I am just getting back into riding after almost 10 years, and didn't want to spend a whole lot on something right away. I use this saddle for arena work, and on the trails. [...]

by Amazon Customer

The Tucker High Plains is always Tucker’s best-selling shoe because it has the right mix of wide swells and a deep, 5″ cantle for good back support. It helps you stay where you are so that you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and confidently talk to your friends as you go down the trail. With Tucker’s Gel-CushTM Shock Absorbing Seat, you’ll be able to enjoy hours of Ultimate Trail Comfort. There are a lot of options you can choose from to make a saddle that will last a long time. With Tucker’s Gel-CushTM Shock Absorbing Seat, you’ll be able to enjoy hours of Ultimate Trail Comfort.

One of Cashel’s most popular saddles, the Cashel Trail has a short, rounded skirt that is ideal for horses with shorter backs! A large Cheyenne roll and long strings complete the western style while offering plenty of room for trail gear and accessories. White stitching around the double cushioned seat and border tooling on seat jockeys, fenders, and skirt contribute to the modest beauty. A cutaway skirt delivers the close touch sensation that today’s riders want. Skirt rigging lowers the weight beneath the fender, allowing for closer touch with your horse. Built on an AXIS tree, the fiberglass covering provides strength as well as some weatherproofing. The AXIS bar points are meant to flare up and away from the horse’s shoulders, allowing for more flexibility.

I absolutely love this saddle; it fits my wide quarter horse perfectly and it is very comfortable for me, plus it is beautiful.[...]

by Kelly Reese

Look no farther than the Circle Y Wrangler Flex2 Trail Saddle for a really heavy-duty trail saddle that can take it all and then some. Although the whole seat area is smooth, firm leather, pain may be remedied with a simple aftermarket cushion. The 5″ tall cantle provides enough back support and is great for securing cantle bags filled with gear. In terms of gear, the 6 rings with long leathers and the sturdy horn provide several connection points. There are additional attachment rings for a breast collar, back cinch, and crupper.

This comfort ride stock saddle is ideal for trail or competitive endurance riders and is built to withstand harsh circumstances. The deep seat keeps the rider safe and forward. For an extra touch of class, it’s enhanced with attractive mahogany polished leather and long-lasting brass plated hardware. There are three features: Air Tunnel Comfort Tree, Aussie rigging (four-bar irons, over girth, and undergird), and undergird. The material is leather, and the weight is around 29 pounds.

Fenders run long. I am 5’2” and hah to have our local saddle shop shorten the fenders 4”.

by Terri R

Tucker pioneered the trail business by introducing the Endurance Trail. It is still one of the most popular saddle types in the Tucker range more than 25 years later. The no-horn design allows the rider to bend beneath low branches on the path while still maintaining rider security on the seat. The cantle height is 3.50 inches and the weight is around 20.00 pounds. It is available in diameters ranging from 15 to 181/2 inches. It has the ability to swell up to 12 1/2 inches.

With this Dakota endurance saddle, you may ride for kilometers in comfort and coolness. This saddle is constructed with a fiberglass-coated tree that is very durable and will last for as long as you want to ride it. Only 30 pounds will provide your horse with lots of extra energy throughout the long summer days. Beautiful brown leather with side barbed wire tooling. It has a cantle that is roughly 5 inches tall. The swell width is about 13″. It comes in sizes ranging from 15 to 17 inches in diameter.

I use this saddle for Trail Riding. The saddle had very little break in, and was extremely comfortable from the first ride. I did oil it several times with 100% Neatsfoot oil.

by KY Trail Rider

NRS Competitor Line saddles are a high-quality line of saddles designed for Team Ropers, Barrel Racers, Ranch Ropers, Cutters, and pleasure riders. Saddles from the NRS Competitor Series come in a range of colors and sizes. Roughing Out in Heavy Oil For roping cattle, use the Strip Down Ranch Roping Saddle with a 6 3/4-inch gullet. The cantle has a length of 4 1/2″ and a width of 8″. It has the ability to swell up to 14 inches. The horn cap is 3″ tall and 2 3/4″ wide. Six sets of strings are included, as well as Latigo Buck stitching on the boat’s swells. The lining is comprised of a wool blend with a composition of 90/10. The Rawhide Coated Wood Tree comes with a 5-year fault warranty.

Fits me and my horse great! Fast shipping and love text to let me know when the saddle was back in stock.

by June W.

Saddles from the NRS Competitor Range are now available for purchase. NRS created them as a high-quality saddle line for Team Ropers, Barrel Racers, Ranch Ropers, Cutters, and pleasure riders. A 6 3/4″ gullet “W x 8″ H cantle and a 6 3/4″ gullet are featured on this NRS Chocolate Roughout with Inlaid Gray Bullhide. It has the capability to swell to a size 13 times larger than it is now. The horn cap is 3 1/2″ in height and 2 3/4” in width. On the other side, the front has a 7/8 Drop Dee. The skirt has a square shape. It is both comfortable and elegant since it is lined with a 90/10 Wool Blend. They provide a 5-year guarantee on their Rawhide-covered Wood Tree.

Saddle is very nice and sits very well

by Brandon E.

The NRS Competitor Series Roping Saddles are not only inexpensive but also provide excellent comfort for both horse and rider. The swells and skirt of this half-breed saddle have basket stamp artwork. A tie strap and a rear flank cinch are included with this saddle. The gullet on this Olin Young Ranch Roper Saddle is 6-3/4 inches. It features a 4-1/2″ H cantle and is 9″ W x 9″ D. The saddle may grow to be 14 inches in diameter. The horn cap is 3″ tall by 2-3/4″ wide. 1/2 Breed Basket Stamp with Full Shell Border Tooling The skirt is around 28 inches in length.