The Saddle Company Vicenza Close Contact Jump Saddle

Precision, Balance and Exceptional Feel

The Saddle Company Vicenza Close Contact Jump Saddle has been designed for riders who demand exceptional balance, security and communication when jumping. Whether you're show jumping, cross-country schooling, eventing or training at home, the Vicenza provides the close-contact feel needed to develop an independent riding position while allowing your horse complete freedom of movement.

Handcrafted in Walsall, England, the historic home of British saddlery, the Vicenza Close Contact Jump Saddle combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative saddle-fitting technology to create a saddle that performs at every level of competition.

Designed for the Modern Jumping Rider

The Vicenza features a forward-cut flap and close-contact seat, allowing the rider to adopt a natural jumping position with shorter stirrups while maintaining excellent balance throughout every phase of the jump.

Minimal bulk beneath the rider creates exceptional communication with the horse, enabling subtle aids and improved feel over fences. The carefully balanced design provides security without restricting movement, making it equally suitable for technical show jumping courses, cross-country and everyday jumping tuition.

Built on the Innovative TreeTec™ Adjustable Tree

Every Vicenza Jump Saddle is built on The Saddle Company's exclusive TreeTec™ adjustable saddle tree, designed by David Johnson, Master Saddler. Manufactured from a durable copolymer composite, the TreeTec™ tree provides outstanding strength, stability and long-term reliability while allowing the saddle to be professionally adjusted throughout its lifetime.

Unlike interchangeable gullet systems, the TreeTec™ tree does not rely on replaceable metal gullet bars or removable screws. Instead, a qualified saddle fitter adjusts the tree directly using specialist equipment, maintaining its original geometry and structural integrity.

The continuously adjustable TreeTec™ system allows far greater fitting precision than fixed gullet plate increments, enabling the saddle to be tailored accurately to your horse's individual conformation and changing musculature.

Premium British Craftsmanship

Crafted throughout from premium-grade leather, the Vicenza Jump Saddle offers exceptional grip, durability and rider comfort.

The saddle is fitted as standard with traditional serge panels, renowned for their breathability and ability to mould naturally to the horse's back. For riders who prefer an all-leather finish, leather panels are available on request.

The panels are flocked with 100% Jacobs Wool, allowing a qualified saddle fitter to fine-tune the flocking throughout the saddle's life. This helps maintain even pressure distribution, optimum balance and consistent performance as your horse changes shape through work and conditioning.

Tailored to Horse and Rider

Every Vicenza Close Contact Jump Saddle can be customised to suit individual requirements, with options including:

• Professionally adjustable TreeTec™ saddle tree.

• Bespoke tree configurations.

• Alternative flap lengths.

• Choice of Black or Dark Brown leather.

• Bespoke leather colours available on request.

• Optional leather panels.

This level of customisation allows both horse and rider to benefit from a saddle tailored to their individual needs.

Key Features

• Close-contact jumping design for maximum feel and communication.

• Forward-cut flap supports an effective jumping position.

• Handcrafted in Walsall, England.

• Built on the TreeTec™ fully adjustable copolymer saddle tree.

• Continuous professional adjustment without interchangeable gullet bars.

• Premium full leather construction.

• Traditional serge panels as standard.

• Optional leather panels available on request.

• Professionally adjustable 100% Jacobs Wool flocking.

• Bespoke tree, flap length and colour options available.

• Suitable for show jumping, eventing and cross-country.

Why Choose the Vicenza Close Contact Jump Saddle?

The Vicenza Close Contact Jump Saddle is designed for riders who value precision, balance and communication. Its close-contact design promotes a secure, independent position while allowing the horse to move freely and confidently over fences.

Combined with the TreeTec™ adjustable tree, Jacobs Wool flocking and premium British craftsmanship, the Vicenza provides a long-term saddle fitting solution that can evolve with your horse while maintaining exceptional comfort and performance.

Saddle Care

To maintain the quality and appearance of your Vicenza Saddle, clean the leather regularly using a quality leather cleaner and conditioner. For full leather models, periodic application of leather oil alongside leather food will help preserve the leather's suppleness and finish.

Wipe the saddle down with a damp cloth after each ride to remove sweat and dirt, helping keep it in excellent condition for many years.

Professional Saddle Fitting Recommended: Every Saddle Company saddle is designed to be professionally fitted and adjusted by a qualified saddle fitter to ensure optimum comfort, balance and performance for both horse and rider.