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Bates Kimberley Half Breed Saddle – Demo Model – Save $800 – Free Express Freight in Australia

A new era for an Australian classic Australian stock saddles are the foundation of our business.
Over 90 years of development, comfortable poley knee pads, Flexible tree, Adjustability, Adjustable Y-girth, Comfort seat technology.

  • Winner of Bates Saddles Dealer of the Year in Australia for 20/21, 21/22, 22/23 and 23/24 – Bonnetts

Demo Model – Save $800 – Classic Brown – Large – Short Fenders – Date of manufacture – September 2023

The Bates Kimberley is renowned for all-day-riding comfort, with its deep and supportive seat, along with its vast adjustability

  • Saddle Fitting
  • Bonnetts are part of the Bates Dealership Program, a centre of excellence for all Bates, Arena and Wintec Saddles in South Australia.
  • Gary Slack in 2019 was awarded the highest rating Saddlery Brands International Certificate.
  • For completing the Applied Anatomy and Biomechanics for Saddle Fitting Professionals in Australia.
  • In 2019 Gary passed the Saddlery Brands International Dealership program.
  • As a result this makes Gary and Bonnetts a specialist centre of excellence for Bates, Arena and Wintec Saddles.
  • Winner of Bates Saddles Dealer of the Year in Australia for 20/21, 21/22, 22/23 and 23/24
  • Winner of Arena Saddles Dealer of the Year in Australia for 20/21, 21/22, 22/23 and 23/24
  • Winner of Wintec Saddles Dealer of the Year in Australia for 22/23, 23/24 and Runner Up for 20/21 and 21/22
  • Winner of Saddlery Brands International Dealer of the Year in Australia for 20/21, 21/22, 22/23 and 23/24
  • For all saddle fitting options and saddle information please contact Gary on 0419 860 139 or email gary@bonnetts.com.au

We will contact you with every saddle sale to find out the best gullet width for your horse and change to suit free of charge

Please add in the Notes section the colour complimentary $170 Bates Stock Saddle Pad you prefer – Black or Navy

Australian half breed saddles combine the
Rider comfort of an Australian stock saddle with the
Ease of manufacture of a western saddle along with the simplicity of their limited fit options.
Western/Stock is a lifestyle many align with and when it comes to saddles, riders love the closeness to their horse and free and harmonious riding style.

Imagine the power of HART in a traditional looking half breed saddle for
An unbelievably close and connected ride with a level of comfort not felt before
Full adjustability for balance, stability and free movement
Made by the most trusted research and development team in saddle

Partnered by world-leading equestrian associations

My horse is moving so forward and free
A truly game changing level of horse comfort
Traditional looking felt panel
Exceptionally large footprint reduces pressure.
Six fractional fit width options in a saddle made for endless adjustment to follow the changes in your horse over its life journey.
Balance adjustments can be made within the exceptionally low profile and close panel

Contouring to gradually transition pressure away from their horse’s muscles.
Wide chamber through the length of the panel allows space for horse’s sensitive spinous processes

Adjustable Y-girthing stabilises the saddle laterally and through the length of the saddle.
CAIR Cushion System for the most protective and soft cushioning horses will respond to instantly.
Allows a close fit to their horse with the use of a thin cotton saddle pad, reducing instability, movement and friction, as well as increasing the space around their spin

A secure saddle for relaxed and balanced riding
The Bates Kimberley seat stands alone for soft, all-day comfort.
The closeness of the half breed panel delivers exceptional connection and the ability to fine-tune the fit for unprecedented stability makes for relaxed confidence in riding.
Balance adjustments allow all riders to find their ‘home’ position, whether they have a traditional stock background or an English riding background

The half breed poley pads provide even greater security than the stock model
Riders will notice the support is surprisingly gentle, but effective in riding with luxurious cushioning

The fender moulds easily, moving in harmony with the rider’s leg and allowing them to catch their oxbows effortlessly.
Stainless steel stirrup bars and blevin buckles give extra confidence in strength and durability

Attention to detail and thought is evident in every design feature, executed with simplicity and restraint.
Quality of design and manufacture not seen in half breed saddles before.
Ease of adjustment makes it uniquely practical.
Finest leather in the world that when cared for will last through the generations
Soft, flexible and exceptionally durable.
Generous, thick and resilient felt panel

Precision custom fit

…EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution

Together the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System and the EASY-CHANGE Riser System offer a total fitting solution.

In conclusion for your horse’s absolute comfort and your peace of mind.

All adjustments are measurable, symmetrical and completely reversible.

As a result ensuring total confidence in your ability to custom fit your saddle to your horse’s changing shape for optimal comfort and performance.

Protective cushioning

…CAIR Cushion System

The revolutionary CAIR Cushion System replaces the traditional fillings in your saddle panel with air.

Moreover there are two independently sealed air Cushions within each saddle panel.

The concept of air, as the ultimate in cushioning for your horse, is simple.

In conclusion Air being a fluid medium will constantly adapt to the horse’s working muscles.

This means that your weight will be distributed evenly across the entire length of the cushion, virtually eliminating pressure points.

This extraordinary comfort results in freer movement, better carriage, and a happier horse.

For such a simple concept the dramatic difference the CAIR Cushion System makes to your horse’s comfort and performance is profound.