Premier Equine Bourges Synthetic GP Saddle | Lightweight Adjustable General Purpose Saddle
A Versatile Saddle for Everyday Riding
The Premier Equine Bourges Synthetic GP Saddle is an excellent choice for riders seeking a lightweight, affordable, and versatile saddle that offers comfort, security, and adjustability for everyday riding. Ideal as an entry-level saddle or for experienced riders wanting a practical second saddle, the Bourges is perfectly suited to hacking, schooling, Riding Club activities and low-level jumping.
Manufactured from premium synthetic leather, the Bourges offers the smart appearance and feel of traditional leather while being significantly easier to care for. Its weather-resistant construction makes it ideal for riders who spend more time riding than maintaining tack, providing excellent durability without compromising on appearance.
Designed to Fit a Wide Variety of Horses
One of the Bourge's greatest strengths is its versatility across a range of horse conformations.
The saddle performs particularly well on horses with low to medium withers, making it an excellent option for many leisure horses and sport horse types. It is especially well suited to:
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Thoroughbreds and Thoroughbred crosses.
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Retraining of Racehorses (RoR).
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Irish Sport Horses.
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Riding Club horses.
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Young horses develop through work.
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Horses with lighter shoulder conformation.
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Horses change shape through training or seasonal weight fluctuations.
The tree and panel design provide a balanced fit while allowing good shoulder freedom for horses that are finer through the front end.
Adjustable as Your Horse Changes
As horses gain muscle, improve their topline or fluctuate in condition throughout the year, saddle fit changes naturally.
The Bourges is supplied with a Medium/Wide Genesis Gullet Plate as standard and is fully compatible with the Premier Equine Genesis Interchangeable Gullet System, allowing a qualified saddle fitter to quickly and accurately alter the tree width.
This makes the Bourges an excellent long-term choice for young horses, horses returning to work or owners wanting a saddle that can adapt as their horse develops.
Designed for Rider Comfort
A secure rider is a more balanced rider.
The Bourges features a supportive seat with a well-shaped cantle that offers reassuring support behind the rider, helping maintain pelvic stability and encouraging a balanced riding position. This provides confidence during everyday riding without feeling restrictive, making it particularly comfortable on longer hacks and during flatwork.
The adjustable Velcro knee and thigh blocks allow riders to personalise the level of leg support, accommodating different leg lengths, riding styles and levels of experience.
Whether you're enjoying a quiet hack or working in the arena, the Bourges promotes a secure and comfortable position that allows riders to develop confidence and correct balance.
Lightweight, Practical and Built to Last
Built around the lightweight Genesis Polypropylene Copolymer Tree, the Bourges combines strength, flexibility and durability while keeping overall saddle weight to a minimum.
The synthetic wool-flocked panels help distribute pressure evenly across the horse's back while allowing adjustments during routine saddle fitting to maintain comfort as the horse changes shape.
Its premium synthetic finish is highly resistant to mud, rain and everyday wear, making it a practical choice for busy riders who want reliable performance with minimal maintenance.
Key Features
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Lightweight General Purpose Saddle for everyday riding.
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Premium synthetic leather with the appearance and feel of traditional leather.
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Ideal for hacking, schooling, Riding Club activities and low-level jumping.
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Particularly suited to horses with low to medium withers.
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Excellent choice for Thoroughbreds, RoR horses and finer sport horses.
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Built on the lightweight Genesis Copolymer Tree.
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Supplied with a Medium/Wide Genesis Gullet Plate.
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Compatible with the Genesis Interchangeable Gullet System.
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Synthetic wool-flocked panels for comfort and even pressure distribution.
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Adjustable Velcro knee and thigh blocks.
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Supportive seat and cantle for improved rider security.
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Stainless steel safety flick stirrup bars.
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Durable, weather-resistant and easy-care construction.
An Ideal First or Everyday Saddle
The Premier Equine Bourges Synthetic GP Saddle offers outstanding value for riders seeking a quality, adjustable saddle that delivers comfort for both horse and rider. Its combination of lightweight construction, adaptable fit and secure riding position makes it an excellent choice for leisure riders, Riding Club members and anyone wanting one saddle for a variety of everyday activities.
Whether you're bringing on a young horse, retraining a Thoroughbred, or simply looking for a practical GP saddle that offers dependable comfort and performance, the Premier Equine Bourges Synthetic GP Saddle is designed to provide years of reliable service while adapting to your horse as it changes shape.