Owners of the HDR Advantage saddle often comment that the kit is worth a lot more to them than it costs. More expensive saddles are often overlooked in favor of the HDR Advantage due to their high quality, even when the rider clearly has a bigger budget.

I’m just starting with this, because some shoppers are put off by low prices, thinking they’re paying for low-quality or mass-produced products. This is not the case with the HDR Advantage saddle.

Overall, the HDR Advantage is a good buy due to its low price, close contact, and comfortable fit. This saddle was specifically made with rider and horse comfort in mind.

Features and Benefits

What makes the HDR Advantage Saddle desirable is the fact that it is handcrafted. Many other saddles at this price point are made on large assembly lines and lack the quality of a saddle built by a master craftsman.

A handmade saddle is preferable to a riders saddle for many reasons. Many chairs that come off an assembly line have loose seams and lack the fluidity that a handmade chair has.

If you’re looking for a saddle that’s easy to break in and comfortable to wear, the HDR Advantage saddle is the one for you. It features air-cushioned knee pads, flocked wool panels, and a steel-reinforced wooden tree. Plus, the tree is backed by a five-year warranty.

Many riders find that the features and balance of this saddle combine to make an ideal companion for riding, performing and jumping. One complaint with this saddle is that if you wear breeches on it, the dye can rub on them and ruin them. However, this is just something that results from improper care.

If you avoid putting the saddle in water for a long period of time, your saddle will last longer. Soaking any dyed leather in water will have a similar effect!

the perfect owner

The HDR Advantage Saddle is the perfect saddle for anyone, especially those who like the feel of more traditional saddles. It is a great entry level saddle for beginners, but the quality to which it is produced and the features it includes make it a great value buy for the more experienced rider, even a pro.

Summary and recommendation

I personally know a rider who switched from a more expensive saddle to this one because his horse was restricted and bruised by the old one. This saddle offered the horse the ability to lean and the flexibility to move naturally.

With proper care, including lubrication to prevent unsightly scratches, the Henri De Rivel Advantage Saddle can be a great riding companion for years to come. I can’t recommend it more.