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Whether you're hacking across the countryside, schooling on the flat, popping a course of jumps, hunting or taking part in Riding Club activities, the Apex S626 provides the comfort, balance and adaptability needed for every ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets the Apex S626 apart is its ability to accommodate horses that can often prove difficult to fit. Developed to suit \u003cstrong\u003ehigher-withered horses\u003c\/strong\u003e while also performing exceptionally well on \u003cstrong\u003emedium-withered horses with broader backs\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers a combination of spinal clearance, panel support and adjustability that allows many horses to work comfortably and freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Challenging Horse Conformations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany horses combine prominent withers with increasing width through the rib cage and back, creating a fitting challenge for conventional saddles. 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