Tammy Fischer Treeless Barrel Racer 1310 This treeless design from Tammy Fischer combines security in the seat and freedom for your horse - making a product that you can ride with confidence. Built for the rider who desires an upright swell and tall 5" cantle for security, this saddle will keep you safe and secure as you turn and burn. An additional layer of grip is provided by the suede seat with peace heart inlays. Trimmed with a hand-tooled floral design from pommel to cantle, and finished off with crystal mosaic conchos, crystal border, and twisted binding on the cantle. We love the added pick holder on the back of the cantle! The suede seat is inlaid with black daisy embossed peace hearts. This model comes with a shorter 2.5" horn. See our 1311 model for the taller 3" horn option. Give your horse the freedom and comfort he needs to win with this Tammy Fischer design. Special Features Neoprene skirts absorb shock and distribute weight Tree less design for unrestricted movement and comfort, close contact between horse and rider Biothane stirrup leathers are flexible, lightweight, durable, and strong Forward hung fenders help keep your legs from getting behind you Specifications Seat Size: 14.5" Saddle Fit: Regular Color: Ultra Lite Cantle: 5" Horn: 2-1/2" neck Swell: 12-1/2" Conchos: Crystal mosaic Skirt Size: 13" x 24" Weight: Approximately 26 lbs. Special Features The Neo-Shock skirt absorbs shock from rough terrain and uneven surfaces through the neoprene filler. This filler is designed to muffle any vibration for a smoother ride for both you and your horse. This skirt also conforms to the conformation of your horse. Frequently Asked Questions What do you mean by "tree free"? Traditional saddles are built on a tree-the skeleton of the saddle. They consist of a swell and cantle, connected by a pair of bars. The bars make contact along the sides of the horse's back, distributing the rider's weight. Just-B-Natural Tree Free saddles have a swell and cantle, but no bars. What are the benefits of a treeless saddle to the horse? Because most bars are rigid, they may hinder the horse's ability to bend and flex comfortably. And, if the tree does not fit properly, the horse may develop soreness, white spots, poor performance, and a bad attitude. Because the Tree Free saddle has no bars, saddle fit is not an issue. The materials utilized in the design of the skirt help distribute the rider's weight, and the skirt is flexible enough to conform to your horse's shape, allowing him to move freely. What are the benefits of a treeless saddle to the rider? The Tree Free saddle allows the rider close contact and to really feel the horse. Because the bulk of the saddle tree has been eliminated between horse and rider, the horse can be more responsive to seat and leg cues. The Tree Free saddle still has a swell, cantle, and seat assembly, so the rider has the security of a traditional saddle, with even greater comfort. What are Softee seat jockeys and fenders? It�s a 2-ply leather that has a nice, broke-in feeling, right out of the box. By using Softee leather on the fenders, we eliminate the break-in time of traditional stiff leather fenders (no broomstick needed), making this saddle a lot easier on the knees and ankles. What's a 3-way rigging and how do I use it? The 3-way adjustable rigging lets you change the position of the rigging to a full (front dee), (rear dee) or 7/8 (using both dees) by changing the use of your tie strap. This means you can find the rigging position that works best for your horse and style of riding.