Addax
R 13,000.00 Incl. VAT
Sizes Available: 16” seat
Style: Standard full leather, Phantom and Phantom – No Skirts
Approx. Weight: Standard 7.5 – 8kg; Phantom 5.5kg; 5kg
Purpose: Endurance, leisure and trail riding.
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- Gullet Size Guide for Horses
- Saddle Seat Size Guide
- Standard Horse Saddle Leather Colours
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Addax Endurance & Trail Saddle
Description
The Addax Saddle is a popular choice for riders looking for a versatile, comfortable, and secure fit — especially for big shouldered horses. This deep, wide saddle is designed with a 4” (10cm) spine gullet and a 9” (22.9cm) front gullet, offering excellent shoulder clearance and back support for your horse.
Featuring a narrower seat twist for close contact, it allows riders to maintain a balanced position while enjoying exceptional comfort for long hours in the saddle. The 12” wide cantle and deep seat provide added security and support on rugged trails or during long-distance endurance rides.
Ideal for horses with both high and low withers, the Addax suits a broad range of breeds, including draft horses. It’s built with short, straight bars and a high swell to enhance rider control and horse freedom of movement.
Sizes Available: 16” seat
Styles: Standard Full Leather, Phantom, Phantom – No Skirts
Approx. Weight: Standard 7.5–8kg | Phantom 5.5kg | Phantom No Skirts 5kg
Purpose: Endurance, Leisure, and Trail Riding
Adjustable Pad System
The Addax includes innovative skirts with velcro on the underside, allowing you to attach three different thicknesses of neoprene pads (2x 10mm, 2x 14mm, 2x 18mm). This modular padding system ensures a fully customizable fit for your horse, improving comfort and saddle stability.
Options Available
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Girth Choices: Wool or neoprene girth
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Fender Options: Full leather, reduced-weight fenders, or 25mm stirrup straps with leather sleeves or wool socks
Phantom Model
The Phantom Addax is a stripped-down, lightweight version of the standard saddle, ideal for endurance riders. Constructed with light neoprene rubber between two pieces of chrome leather, it significantly reduces weight while maintaining strength and durability. The Phantom comes standard with 25mm stirrup straps and leather sleeve covers.
Shop the Addax Endurance & Trail Saddle today at Dusty Hooves Tack and Saddles — trusted by riders across Namibia and South Africa.
| Weight | 15 kg |
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| Dimensions | 45 × 45 × 45 cm |
Brand
Dusty Hooves Tack and Saddles
Franco C saddlery
Gullet Size Guide for Horses
Gullet Size Guide for Horses
| Gullet Size | Measurement (inches) | Measurement (cm) | Fits |
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| Narrow | 5” – 5.5” | 12.7cm – 14cm | Fine-boned horses with high, narrow withers (e.g. Thoroughbreds, Arabians) |
| Medium | 6” | 15.2cm | Average horses with moderate withers and shoulders (e.g. Warmbloods, Quarter Horses) |
| Wide | 6.5” | 16.5cm | Broad horses with wider shoulders and low to medium withers (e.g. stock horses, cobs) |
| Extra Wide (XW) | 7” – 7.5” | 17.8cm – 19cm | Very broad horses, often with flat or mutton withers (e.g. draft crosses, heavy Warmbloods) |
| Draft / XX-Wide | 8”+ | 20cm+ | Draft breeds and extra wide-bodied horses (e.g. Clydesdales, Shires, Percherons) |
🐎 What the Different Gullet Sizes Are For
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Narrow Gullet (5”–5.5”)
For horses with high, narrow withers and slim shoulders. Prevents pinching at the withers and ensures clearance without instability. -
Medium Gullet (6”)
The most common size for average-built horses with balanced proportions. Provides even contact and avoids pressure points. -
Wide Gullet (6.5”)
Ideal for wider horses with broader shoulders and lower withers. Ensures freedom of movement in the shoulder and prevents tightness. -
Extra Wide (7”–7.5”)
Suits very broad horses or those with flat, mutton withers. Offers extra shoulder room and distributes weight evenly across the back. -
Draft / XX-Wide (8”+)
Specifically designed for heavy breeds. Provides a stable fit for large horses with wide backs and flat withers.
📌 Quick Tips: How to Check Saddle Gullet Fit
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You should be able to fit 2–3 fingers between the saddle pommel and the horse’s withers when the rider is seated.
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Check that the saddle doesn’t pinch the shoulders when the horse moves.
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Look for even sweat patterns under the saddle after a ride.
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The saddle should sit level on the horse’s back, not tip forward or back.
Saddle Seat Size Guide
Saddle Seat Size Guide
🔸 English / Endurance / Trail Saddles
| Seat Size (inches) | Fits Rider Clothing Size | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 15” | Small Adults or Teens | Petite adults, small builds |
| 16” | Medium Adults (Ladies size 8–12 / Men’s 28–32) | Average riders |
| 17” | Medium to Large Adults (Ladies size 12–16 / Men’s 32–36) | Common size for most adult riders |
| 18” | Larger Adults (Ladies 16+ / Men’s 36+) | Taller or broader riders needing more room |
| 19”+ | Extra Large Adults / Heavy builds | Extra security and comfort for larger frames |
📝 In Endurance and Trail saddles, a 16” seat is typically equivalent to a 15” Western saddle seat in feel.
🔸 Western Saddles
| Seat Size (inches) | Fits Rider Clothing Size | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 13” | Youth | Children |
| 14” | Small to Petite Adults | Shorter or smaller builds |
| 15” | Average Adults (Most Men / Ladies size 8–12) | The most common Western saddle size |
| 16” | Larger Adults (Men’s 34+ / Ladies 14+) | Riders preferring a roomier seat |
| 17”+ | Extra Large or Tall Riders | Heavy builds or those who prefer a more open seat |
📝 Western saddle seats typically feel one size bigger than an English seat. For example, a 16” Western seat is like a 17” English seat.
📌 How to Choose the Right Seat Size
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When seated, you should have about 3–4 fingers of space behind you at the cantle.
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Your knees should comfortably rest at the saddle’s knee rolls or fenders without overreaching.
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The seat should allow you to maintain a balanced, centered position without feeling cramped or sliding around.
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In endurance riding, a slightly roomier seat is often preferred for comfort during long rides.
✅ Quick Conversion: English to Western Seat Size
| English Size | Western Size Equivalent |
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| 16” | 15” |
| 17” | 16” |
| 18” | 17” |
Standard Horse Saddle Leather Colours
🎨 Standard Horse Saddle Leather Colours at Dusty Hooves
We offer our saddles in a carefully selected range of durable, practical, and classic colours, ideal for both professional and recreational riders in Namibia and South Africa.
| Colour Name | Description | Best Uses |
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| Black | Deep, solid black with a formal, timeless appearance. Perfect for show, dressage, and riders who prefer a bold, classic look. | Dressage, show, endurance, and Western saddles |
| Brown | A rich, traditional riding brown. Durable and versatile, it hides marks well from bushveld or trail use and ages beautifully with time. | Stock, endurance, trail, and work saddles |
| Tan | Light, warm golden brown. This colour matures to a lovely caramel tone over time and is popular for its clean, natural look. | Trail, endurance, and leisure saddles |
📌 Notes for Riders
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Black is ideal for formal competition or for those who prefer a sleek, professional saddle that pairs well with modern tack and bridles.
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Brown remains the most practical option for everyday riding, especially in trail and endurance riding conditions where dust and scuffs are part of the journey.
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Tan is perfect for riders wanting a lighter, classic saddle colour that gains natural character and charm the more it’s used.
All Dusty Hooves Tack and Saddles leather colours are chosen for their durability, ease of care, and ability to withstand Southern African riding conditions.
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