Fairfax Jump Saddles
An extremely popular British brand of saddle is Fairfax who offer a great selection of models including GP, Jump, and Dressage. Fairfax jump saddles are highly desirable for their adjustable gullet and high quality design. In this article we will discuss various models and establish which model is right for you. The Saddle Bank have a great selection of Fairfax jump saddles for sale. If you would like to trial a Fairfax saddle Browse here.
Fairfax Monoflap Jump Saddles
Classic Monoflap XC Saddle (available in big block or small block)
The Fairfax Classic Monoflap XC is perfect for competitive cross country riders.
This saddle offers;
- Close contact feel
- Comfort for rider
- Attractive design
- Precisely aligned seat to balance rider
- Four different girthing options to acheive optimum fit for your horses shape and movement
- Double-oiled butt leather
- Flocked panels which can be altered by saddle fitter to achieve ideal fit for your horse.
- Padded knee rolls & external calf blocks
Available in 17,17.5, 18 inch.
Adjustable from N/M up to XW/XXW
Andrew Hoy Monoflap XC Saddle
Developed with Olympic rider Andrew Hoy, this saddle is designed to offer the rider greater harmony with the horse, by aligning the rider precisely over the horses centre of balance.
This saddle offers;
- Close contact feel.
- Attractive design
- Luxurious full-grain leather
- Three girthing options
- Two sets of adjustable shoulder blocks, great for horses with asymmetrical shoulders- enabling the horse to muscle up without restriction
- Adjustable knee blocks under the flap to offer support for riders with shorter legs, giving longer legged riders the option of removing the blocks to allow more room.
Available in 17,17.5 inch.
Adjustable from N/M up to XW/XXW
The Andrew Hoy saddle was upgraded to the Eros Monoflap XC saddle in 2023.
Harry Meade Monoflap XC Saddle
This saddle was developed with Harry Meade, World silver medalist with the intention of offering a close contact feel between horse and rider, particularly for event horses.
This saddle offers;
- Slimline foam panel allows the horse to flex and use back on take off without restriction
- Four girthing options
- Broad channel for spinal clearance
- Smaller thigh and calf blocks
- More open seat than Andrew Hoy XC
- Luxurious full-grain leather
TOP TIP - Due to the slimline panel on this saddle, it usually requires a gullet bar, half a width narrower than the equivalent in the performance range. Majority of event horses will require a green or black bar in this range.
Available in 17,17.5 inch.
Adjustable from N/M up to XW-XXW
World Class Monoflap Jump
Released in 2023 the World Class Monoflap Jump is a professional monoflap providing that close contact feel for the rider whilst maintaining the World Class fit the horse needs.
- The only jump saddle to be scientifically tested with pressure mapping under the saddle and under the rider, combined with simultaneous two-dimensional and three-dimensional analysis of both horse and rider
- Finely honed, low-profile seat for a feeling of closeness
- Deep cushioned knee pad and minimal calf block
- Girthing options for optimised stability
- With Foam or Flock Performance Panel options
Available in 17,17.5 inch.
Adjustable from N/M up to XW/XXW
Fairfax Dual flap Jump Saddles
Spirit Jump Saddle
The Spirit is a great saddle for show jumpers, with a panel which de-stricts shoulder movement, allowing the horse greater freedom, and increase chances of clearing the fence.
This saddle offers;
- Performance Range
- Covered with super-soft supply calf leather
- Adjustable knee blocks and thigh blocks
- Three girthing options
- Wool flocked panels
- Ghosted stitching on knee roll and panel
Available in 17,17.5 inch.
Adjustable from N/M up to XW/XXW
The Spirit Jump saddle was upgraded to the Sirius Jump saddle in 2023.
Classic Cupped Flap Jump Saddle
The classic jump is a traditional two flap saddle designed for a competitive rider looking for closer connectivity with their horse
- A precisely aligned seat to balance the rider over fence
- Close contact feel
- Three girthing options
- Luxurious double-oiled butt leather
- Deeply cushioned, soft knee rolls accommodate variety of upper leg lengths and provide optimum support over fences
Available in 17,17.5 inch.
Adjustable from N/M up to XW/XXW
World Class Dual Jump
Released in 2023 the World Class Dual is a traditional professional dual flap saddle offering that close contact feel for the rider whilst maintaining the World Class fit the horse needs.
- The only jump saddle to be scientifically tested with pressure mapping under the saddle and under the rider, combined with simultaneous two-dimensional and three-dimensional analysis of both horse and rider.
- Finely honed, low-profile seat for a feeling of closeness
- Deep cushioned knee pad
- Girthing options for optimised stability
- Available with either the close contact foam panels or the wool flocked performance panel
Available in 17,17.5 inch.
Adjustable from N/M up to XW/XXW
Which one is right for you?
Deciding which Fairfax Jump model is right for you will depend on what you are looking to use it for, your horses shoulder size and movement, whether your horse may need additional flock adding, and which saddle you and your horse find most comfortable.
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