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Whether riding Hunters or Show Jumpers, we all want flowing strides, rounder backs, tighter tucks, easy bends and for sure, more consistent rounds. If you’re not getting that the problem may not be you or your horse, but it very well may be your saddle. If your horse doesn’t like to be tacked, bucks on landing, has trouble picking up leads, has a sore back or irregular gaits, it may very well be your saddle. Can a saddle really make that big a difference? Try an Xtreme and you may remove the doubt along with the problems. For the Rider, the Xtreme monoflap is a dream ride with extraordinary closeness and leg stability. It also features a unique knee pad that opens in front and allows you to choose any size knee roll you prefer and to position it anywhere you like, or you may just discover you don’t need one at all. Laminated beechwood trees (NO SYNTHETICS!), 100% pure wool flocking (NO SYNTHETICS!). Return to quality -- you will be Xtremely glad you did!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the County Xtreme saddle?
The County Xtreme is a Next Gen monoflap jumping saddle handmade in England by County Saddlery. It is designed for hunters and show jumpers and features extraordinary closeness and leg stability. The Xtreme uses a laminated beechwood tree, 100% pure wool flocking, and a unique adjustable open knee pad — no synthetic materials of any kind.
Can a saddle really affect my horse’s jumping performance?
Yes, significantly. A poorly fitted saddle creates pressure points on the horse’s back and shoulders, causing pain, fatigue, and compensatory movement patterns. Common signs of saddle-related discomfort in jumping horses include reluctance to be tacked, bucking on landing, difficulty picking up leads, irregular gaits, and a sore or tight back. The County Xtreme is designed to distribute weight evenly across the horse’s back through its laminated beechwood tree and pure wool flocking, eliminating these pressure points and allowing the horse to jump freely.
What makes the County Xtreme’s knee pad unique?
The Xtreme features an open knee pad that allows the rider to choose any size knee roll and position it anywhere they prefer — or to ride without a knee roll at all. This is a significant departure from most jumping saddles, which have a fixed knee roll in a predetermined position. The Xtreme’s adjustable knee pad accommodates riders with very different thigh angles and riding styles.
Is the County Xtreme suitable for hunters?
Yes. The Xtreme is specifically designed for both hunters and show jumpers. Its design promotes the flowing strides, rounder backs, tighter tucks, easy bends, and consistent rounds that are essential in hunter competition. The monoflap design provides the close contact and leg stability that allows the rider to follow the horse’s movement smoothly over fences.
Does the County Xtreme use synthetic materials?
No. The County Xtreme uses a laminated beechwood tree (not a synthetic tree) and 100% pure wool flocking (not synthetic foam panels). County Saddlery explicitly rejects synthetic materials in all of its saddles, arguing that natural materials provide superior feel, durability, and adjustability.
What sizes does the County Xtreme come in?
The County Xtreme is available in the following specifications:
How does the County Xtreme compare to the Velocity and Xcelerator?
All three are Next Gen monoflap jumping saddles. The Xtreme is designed primarily for hunters and show jumpers. The Velocity is the world’s first monoflap jumping saddle that accepts both a long and short girth, making it ideal for riders who want monoflap closeness but prefer the girth-adjustment convenience of a dual-flap saddle. The Xcelerator is designed specifically for eventing — its tree and flocking are calibrated for the torsional and vertical flexion demands of cross country.
