With the development of southern European working riding styles, typical working saddles have evolved in parallel to meet the requirements of a cattle herdsman and his horse in their daily work.
These working saddles include, for example, the Vaquero saddles, the saddles of the Camargue and the Portugesa with their distinctive galleries, but also the German cavalry saddle or the Western saddle can be assigned to this family.
Saddles with a large contact surface
At international level competitions, it is appreciated if the horse and rider pair present themselves in a stylish saddle and bridle as well as the appropriate clothing. Internationally, no style should be chosen that could be attributed to another nation.
As different as the individual working saddles may look at first glance, they all have something in common: a large contact surface! Only with a large contact surface that was gentle on the horse's back was it possible for cattle herders or army horsemen to spend many hours or even days a day travelling with their horses in the open country without damaging their valuable partner.
Signum Working Equitation saddles
At SIGNUM Sattelservice, we have made the large contact surface the centrepiece of our saddle concept and thus consciously retained the advantages of the traditional working saddle. As many original working saddles no longer fulfil today's requirements for a modern, adjustable saddle that can be adapted at any time, the saddle concept has been further developed accordingly.
SIGNUM Working Equitation saddle models
Today we offer a variety of customised saddles and ready-made sad dles for working equitation. With a made-to-measure saddle, the rider can have the saddle customised to their individual requirements without having to forego the advantages of the large contact surface of a real working saddle.
OMEGA Worker
The OMEGA Worker was designed as a true working saddle for Working Equitation to excel in the dynamic and dressage-orientated disciplines as well as to provide maximum comfort for horse and rider on long cross-country rides.
The California Seat offers the rider a comfortable seat on long rides and a firm seat when it counts. At the same time, its narrow-waisted seat shape also enables gymnastic dressage work.
The El Torro combines the narrow-waisted, deep seat profile of a dressage saddle with the deep and wide cantle at the rear and the distinctive block blocks of a working equitation saddle.
A saddle with a classic appearance for dynamic, sporty riding with maximum contact to the horse.
A saddle for sporty, dynamic riding in the dressage arena, cross-country and especially for working equitation.
This saddle was designed for working equitation enthusiasts who want a genuine working saddle combined with a seat shape in the dressage centre of gravity. This saddle model offers the rider a secure, firm seat and maximum contact with the horse in every situation.
The OMEGA Worker was designed as a true working saddle for Working Equitation to excel in the dynamic and dressage-orientated disciplines as well as to provide maximum comfort for horse and rider on long cross-country rides.
The California Seat offers the rider a comfortable seat on long rides and a firm seat when it counts. At the same time, its narrow-waisted seat shape also enables gymnastic dressage work.
The El Torro combines the narrow-waisted, deep seat profile of a dressage saddle with the deep and wide cantle at the rear and the distinctive block blocks of a working equitation saddle.
A saddle with a classic appearance for dynamic, sporty riding with maximum contact to the horse.
A saddle for sporty, dynamic riding in the dressage arena, cross-country and especially for working equitation.
This saddle was designed for working equitation enthusiasts who want a genuine working saddle combined with a seat shape in the dressage centre of gravity. This saddle model offers the rider a secure, firm seat and maximum contact with the horse in every situation.
The Classic dressage saddle, a comfortable dressage saddle without compromise. Narrow-waisted with a deep and defined seat, it enables maximum contact between horse and rider. The variable Velcro flap offers support and security and can be adjusted to the leg in just a few simple steps.
A modern and comfortable dressage saddle for horse and rider.
The OMEGA Tulipa is a true all-rounder among Iberian saddles. Here, elements of traditional Iberian saddles and an innovative saddle concept form an unprecedented unit.
The comfortable seat design offers maximum comfort on long journeys. At the same time, the deep, wide seat frames the rider perfectly and offers maximum support even in dynamic moments. The overflowing comfort panel pays homage to the traditional gallery of Iberian saddles.
The Classic dressage saddle, a comfortable dressage saddle without compromise. Narrow-waisted with a deep and defined seat, it enables maximum contact between horse and rider. The variable Velcro flap offers support and security and can be adjusted to the leg in just a few simple steps.
A modern and comfortable dressage saddle for horse and rider.
The OMEGA Tulipa is a true all-rounder among Iberian saddles. Here, elements of traditional Iberian saddles and an innovative saddle concept form an unprecedented unit.
The comfortable seat design offers maximum comfort on long journeys. At the same time, the deep, wide seat frames the rider perfectly and offers maximum support even in dynamic moments. The overflowing comfort panel pays homage to the traditional gallery of Iberian saddles.
In addition to the large contact surface for Working Equitation riders, a seat profile is popular which, thanks to the combination of the cantle, the seat waist and the selected seat yoke, enables a comfortable and particularly secure seat.
This is the only way to maintain contact even in dynamic moments and enable fine aids to be given in every sub-discipline.
Variety of Working Equitation saddles
In an equestrian discipline as diverse as Working Equitation, there cannot be one Working Equitation saddle that fits all horse and rider pairs equally. Depending on the rider's own riding style and training focus, the saddle must fulfil the individual needs of horse and rider. Riders who come from a dressage background or want a dressage-specific seat feel can get this from SIGNUM, as can riders who want a comfortable working saddle for long but also dynamic rides.
