Everything You Need to Know Before Selecting Crates Western Saddles
If you would like to be more comfortable when riding your horse, then consider Crates saddles. With features such as padded seats, horn caps, Equi-fit and much more, you can find a Crates western saddle to meet your needs. There are plenty of Crates western saddles, both new and used, on eBay.
Crates saddles by activityThis family-run company sells a variety of Crates saddles, and each is designed for specific activities including:
- Roping: Crates makes a variety of roping saddles, like their model 175 and their 4526. Most of these quality roping Crates western saddles have a 15-inch seat. Workers built them with Equi-fit tree and quarter horse bars.
- Steer wrestling: Crates steer roping saddles, like the 4240 and the 4241, have a 16-inch seat. Craftsmen built them with rawhide trees and quarter horse bars.
- Trail: Crates makes a variety of trail saddles, like the 405 and the 285. These comfortable trail riding Crates western saddles seats range in size from 14 to 16 inches. They are handcrafted with Ralide or Equi-fit trees and quarter horse or semi-quarter horse bars.
- Barrel: The 2238 and the 9175 are lightweight barrel racing Crates. These saddles usually have a 15-inch seat and have a variety of trees including rawhide, Ralide, and Equi-fit with quarter horse or semi-quarter horse bars.
- Show: Show saddles by Crates often have a 15-and-a-half-inch seat and are made of either rawhide or Equi-fit tree. They also usually come with quarter horse or semi-quarter horse bars.
- Reining: Crates makes a variety of reining saddles, like the Mike Beers and the 4536. These reliable reining saddles usually have a 15- or 16-inch seat with Equi-fit trees and quarter horse bars.
In addition to the saddle's purpose, there are several things to consider before purchasing a new or used saddle:
- Intended horse size: Horse height and girth are required to get a properly fit saddle.
- Intended rider size: Size, experience and special needs should be considered.
- Condition: eBay offers these saddles at a number of price points, both new and gently used.
As a leather company, all Crates saddles are genuine cowhide leather. Stirrups may be wooden, metal, or a combination. Saddle supports may be wood, plastic, metal, or a combination of these materials.