Thorowgood T9 Jump Saddle | Lightweight Adjustable Jump Saddle for Modern Sport Horses
Competition Performance Without the Premium Price Tag
The Thorowgood T9 Jump Saddle represents the next generation of Thorowgood jumping saddles, replacing the hugely successful T8 Jump with an updated design that places horse comfort, rider balance and adjustability at the centre of its development.
Designed for riders who want genuine competition performance without the premium price tag of a full leather saddle, the T9 combines premium leather on the rider contact areas with advanced synthetic materials to produce a lightweight saddle that is practical for everyday use while offering the feel and performance required for competitive jumping.
Whether you're show jumping, eventing, hunting or training at home, the T9 delivers the close contact, freedom of movement and versatility expected from a modern performance jump saddle.
Designed to Fit a Wide Variety of Horses
One of the reasons the Thorowgood T9 Jump Saddle has become so popular is its ability to fit a broad range of horse conformations.
Available in both Standard/Low Wither and High Wither models, the saddle accommodates everything from flatter-backed sport horses to higher-withered Thoroughbreds requiring greater clearance through the front of the saddle.
When professionally fitted, the T9 performs particularly well on:
Warmbloods.
Irish Sport Horses.
Thoroughbreds.
Thoroughbred crosses.
Young competition horses.
Horses with low to medium withers.
Horses requiring additional wither clearance through the High Wither model.
Combined with the adjustable SimaTree R-Bar, the saddle can easily be altered as your horse gains muscle, matures or changes condition throughout the season, making it an excellent long-term investment.
Engineered for Freedom of Movement
Modern jumping horses need freedom through the shoulder to produce their best performance.
The Thorowgood T9 has been developed with an innovative tree and point design that supports the front of the saddle while allowing the shoulder blade to rotate naturally beneath the panel. A slim front gusset creates valuable clearance around the scapula, reducing interference as the forelimb extends during take-off and landing.
This encourages a longer, freer stride, improved shoulder movement and allows the horse to bascule comfortably over the fence without unnecessary restriction.
Combined with 100% British wool flocking, pressure is distributed evenly along the length of the panel, allowing the horse to work comfortably while enabling ongoing flocking adjustments as muscle develops.
Built for Riders Who Prefer Freedom, Not Restriction
The Thorowgood T9 Jump Saddle has been designed for riders who prefer an athletic, forward riding position rather than feeling locked into the saddle.
Its flatter seat and lower cantle provide security while allowing the rider complete freedom to move with the horse throughout every phase of the jump. Instead of restricting the pelvis, the saddle allows the rider to adjust their position naturally, whether shortening the reins on approach, folding over the fence or sitting up quickly after landing.
This freedom becomes particularly valuable when riding technical courses where quick adjustments are essential. Riders can reposition effortlessly between fences, maintain a light seat when required and stay balanced during tight turns or related distances without feeling held back by the saddle.
Despite the open feel, the T9 remains impressively stable when professionally fitted. The combination of the SimaTree R-Bar, carefully balanced panel design and wool flocking provides excellent lateral stability, helping the saddle remain secure on the horse's back during dynamic jumping efforts.
The result is a saddle that feels athletic and responsive while remaining secure enough to inspire confidence at every level of competition.
Adjustable Rider Support
The forward-cut jumping flap has been specifically designed to accommodate shorter jumping stirrups while maintaining correct leg alignment.
The adjustable Velcro knee blocks allow riders to fine-tune the amount of support they require, making the saddle suitable for a wide range of rider builds, leg lengths and personal preferences.
Lightweight Construction with Premium Contact
The T9 combines lightweight synthetic construction with carefully selected soft leather on the areas where riders benefit most from additional grip and comfort, including the seat, skirt and knee pads.
This hybrid construction provides the secure feel of leather while keeping overall saddle weight low, benefiting both horse and rider.
Key Features
Next-generation Thorowgood T9 Jump Saddle.
Lightweight leather hybrid construction.
Premium leather seat, skirt and knee pads.
Available in Standard/Low Wither and High Wither models.
Adjustable SimaTree R-Bar fitting system.
Slim front gusset promoting unrestricted shoulder movement.
Flatter jumping seat encouraging rider mobility.
Low cantle allowing unrestricted balance over fences.
Forward-cut jumping flap.
Adjustable Velcro knee blocks.
100% British wool-flocked panels for comfort and pressure distribution.
Multiple girthing options including a point strap.
Suitable for show jumping, eventing, hunting and training.
Designed and manufactured in England.
A Saddle That Helps Horse and Rider Perform Together
The Thorowgood T9 Jump Saddle combines intelligent saddle fitting, lightweight construction and thoughtful rider ergonomics to create a saddle that performs far beyond its price point.
Whether you're producing a young horse, competing every weekend or progressing to bigger tracks, the Thorowgood T9 Jump Saddle delivers the balance, adjustability, comfort and close-contact feel needed to help horse and rider perform with confidence.