Collegiate Degree Mono Event Saddle is rated
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Jannygee from
Fantastic saddle!
For the first time ever my legs didn't move when I rode! Super comfy and soft! It was delivered so quickly. I love it!!
Date published: 2022-03-21
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Sivaj from
Perfect for my high withered OTTB
I was having a hard time finding a saddle for my very high-withered, weak toplined OTTB and this saddle fits him like a dream with the medium gullet, which looks easy enough to change. I’ve thrown it on a few other horses and it fit well. Consistent gullet channel width throughout and really comfortable to ride in that gives you a secure seat and good position. The flap on this seems more forward than other AP saddles, which I prefer for my longer thigh. It's my first monoflap and I don't think I'll ever go back; the close leg contact is amazing. Absolutely no complaints about this saddle and I'm so glad I gave it a try. If you're looking for a great quality, stylish AP saddle without breaking the bank, you can't go wrong with this one. It is a bit darker than it is in the photos.
Date published: 2021-10-04
Rated 5 out of
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Chellerose1 from
High quality for the price
I bought this for someone else so I can’t say much about how it rides other than she said it’s really comfortable and puts her in a good position. Right out of the box I was surprised with how soft the leather was!! Feels like a French saddle, and all the fittings and changeable gullet look high end. Love the adjustability for hard to fit horses, and the gullet clearance is 4 fingers width the whole way. Ordered the demo and Ended up keeping it, thanks smartpak!!
Date published: 2021-04-30
Rated 5 out of
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Leatta from
Great Saddle
Although I did not purchase this saddle through smartpak since I wanted it in black, I wanted to leave a review here since their aren't any. This was my first monoflap and first new saddle that I had ever bought. I'd say it was a fabulous purchase. My mare can be a bit hard to fit but this saddle fits her perfectly with the medium gullet and it has fit all of the OTTBs I've put it on aswell without adjustments. I do enjoy having the peace of mind that it is adjustable if I got a horse that it didn't fit right away. I was unsure about getting a monoflap since I had never owned one, but as someone who is very sensitive to things under my leg, it has been a great decision. The flap fits my leg well and the seat is very comfortable, even for long days on XC. I rode very low level dressage in it for awhile until I was able to find a dressage saddle and it worked fine for that as well and was still comfortable with a somewhat longer stirrup length. It has definitely held me through a couple of sticky situations on XC and baby OTTBs. All the leather pieces have held up great for the 6 months I've had it. The only issues I've ever had with it would be that the stirrup bar is a bit tight and can be difficult to get the leathers through (I use webbers so it was extra difficult) the first couple of times and the nail heads have a bit of oxidation now but it doesn't bother me. Overall, its a great saddle for any eventer or jumper on a tighter budget or that needs a saddle to fit a variety of horses.
Date published: 2020-04-03