Proudly manufactured in Italy by : Le Selle Italiane srl info@leselleitaliane.com www.leselleitaliane.com FREEFROM CLASSIC MODEL with knee rolls plus, back thigh rolls, seat with poleys Italian full grain calfskin leather nutmeg combination ( =blk+new market) Some useful information : FREEFORM treeless saddle is a one piece foam mould covered by the best Italian full grain calfskin. The modern process of foam injection moulding to produce a complete saddle (not only some parts ) is a great revolution in the saddle making world, moulding process ensures total symmetry at the core of the saddles. The soft structure and flexibility of the saddle allows the horse total unrestricted freedom of movement, horse can move without loosing its natural grace. The horse back can arch and thus enhances vertical and lateral movement of the thoracic vertebral column. Rider is placed right behind the wither therefore avoiding pressure beyond the 14th thoracic vertebrae and allowing full range of movement of the shoulder blades. This way the riders weight is carried without causing pain, discomfort and damage to the horse's body. The area on the horse's back equipped to carry the rider comfortably is between the 9th and the 13th thoracic vertebrae, Freeform saddle wrap the rider weight around the horses center of gravity. Although fully flexible pressure testing through PLIP ( Port Lewis Impression Pad ) has shown the Freeform saddles to have some of the best weight/pressure distributing results among treeless saddles. The Impression Pad when placed under a saddle will give you a visual record of how the weight is distributed being made with a clear flexible vinyl and containing a moldable putty Whilst Freeform is not a "one-size-fits-all" solution, its overall flexibility potentially allows the rider to use one saddle on more than one horse when used in conjunction with a properly designed treeless numnah. Freeform saddle feels more like a conventional saddle for the rider but it provides a better contact! Freeform has a twist like any conventional English saddle and therefore the adjustment for the rider is minimal. In Freeform you will not sit as wide which makes it also suitable for riders with impaired hipjoints. Freeform saddle is made from a base ( available in standard, short back or X-short back version ) and a detachable seat. The standard base total lenght is 22" the short back FREEFROM CLASSIC MODEL BTF VERSION ( BTF = Italian suede leather + leathertex ) is 20" studied for shorter gaited horses and the X-short with knee rolls plus, seat with poleys, contrast sitching back is 18"1/2, total weigt of base + seat is about nutmeg combination ( =blk+new market) 3,5 kg., seats are completely removable and are attached to the base through a strong large piece of French high performance velcro. Seats are available in different sizes ( from 15" till 19" for standard base and from 15" till 17" for extra and short back base) and different models designed to offer the rider forms of support depending on their preference. classic shaved w/poleys elite dressage Models available are : classic, shaved or shaved with poleys enduro, elite dressage, rol, attitude all models are available in following materials : Italian full grain calfskin leather, Italian suede, Italian nubuck a mix betwen suede and leathertex ( = synthetic leather ) this last version is called BTF enduro rol/icelandic attitude (BTF)
MORE TECHNICAL FEATURES 1) Flexible alluminium arch A flexible alluminium arch in the pommel section of the detachable seat give a self-adjusting fit to suit several horses shape. 2) Adjustable stirrups attachment A fully adjustable stirrup position allows the rider to place their stirrups so the ideal shoulder-hip-heel alignment can be easily attained. This adjustable stirrup attachment is designed to allow different stirrup positions, from jumping position to classical dressage. An adjustable stirrup attachment allows each rider to adjust his own stirrup placement in the easiest way. All D rings/buckles used are stainless steel. Velcro parts are made of the best French high performance velcro 3) Adjustable girthing The self adjusting girthing systems is a self-swinging arrangement and cates for most horse conformations, this positions the girth automatically in the girth groove irrespective of where the saddle is placed on the horse. the internal section of the girthing is set on a "Y" system to help distribute the pressure over the bearing area of the saddle and assist in saddle stability. Available also with 3rd girth strap for full positioning system 4) different materials available for the underneath lining of the panels 5) different knee/thigh rolls available 5 different materials can be used to line the underneath part of the saddle : fleece, calfskin or suede (black,brown,burgundy, new market), airnet ( red,black,blue,green) simpanova ( blue,red, black ) Another useful Freeform option are the different rolls dimensions and positioning. Choose between knee rolls (standard or plus ) or add also thigh rolls ( to add security ) or no rolls at all! 6) nose job system The cut back wither called NOSE JOB available regular and large version for high and long withered horses
FREEFORM MODELS AVAILABLE : Elite Dressage with its elegant and classical design here in the picture with the new dressage seat with narrow fitting for a better close contact! Excellent to permit the best classic dressage position. Liberty is a first step all purpose saddle propaedeuic also for dressage. DKR model specially studied for those riders who love changing knee rolls position and dimensions. 2 different knee rolls dimensions are available (small/big) Freegait studied for Icelandic horses with its big and soft knee rolls
FreeEnduro with its leather fender and leather cantle Attitude is similar in the shape to the ENDURO meets the taste of those riders who love western style. but has a more classical seat and Here in the picture is a mix of Italian nubuck extremely soft padded fenders, for those riders who Enduro won 2007 Tevis Cup with Jeremy Reynolds love comfort! ( see "testimonials" ) Rogue and Cascade - same base as the ENDURO but with a front wooden fork available in sqh, qh, fqh wither opening, available with horn and seat with cantle ( Rogue ) or in a more classic style ( Cascade ) Both saddles are available with the innovative WESTERN SELF CENTERING GIRTHING system! FREEFORM SADDLE CARE Routine cleaning is recommended to aid in the longevity of your Freeform saddle. A complete cleaning twice a year, followed by a conditioner and protectant, will maintain the finish and increase durability. in case of wet leather the solution is to take action before that wet leather completely dries. Remove any dirt or mud from the wet leather with a damp rag. While the leather is still damp and its pores are still open, apply a coat of Leather Restorer. As the water evaporates, capillary action will pull the conditioner down between the fibers to take its place. The wet leather needs to absorb conditioner deep within its fibers to replace currying oils flushed out by the water.
WHAT'S NEW! Now available also the new western model! With a fork available in many different wither opening ( X.S.Q.H. till X.F.Q.H.) the core of the saddle is in soft rubber fully flexible, cantle is removable through velcro so to be able to change seat size. there are 2 models: Small Butterfly and Alll Round, both available in the standard and short back version. the standard versions of the 2 models have the large flat seat while the S.B. versions have the narrow fitting seat. leather colours available are : black, dark brown, burgundy, cognac and natural and seat can be in full grain calfskin leather or suede available in many different colours. saddles can be plain or tooled, there are basic stamped toolings but also a huge quantity of fine hand engraved tooling. Small Butterfly model standard version : 70 cm skirt lenght Comfort flat/large seat Available also in the S.B. version All Round model short back version : 62 cm skirt lenght Narrow fitting seat Available also in the STD. version
Some more info : calfskin seat colours available suede seat colours available zipper in colour and seat atached through strong velcro self centering western girthing cut out nose to fit different horses wither removable cantle for adjusting seat size fully flexible