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Unlock your performance ADVANTAge for the ultimate competitive edge. Engineered for perfect connection between you and your horse, the Bates Advanta is the most close contact saddle ever.
For the serious eventer, the new Bates ADVANTA delivers an ultra-sensitive feel between you and your horse, as the saddle disappears, bringing your horse into close focus.
Sharpen your reflexes, as patented FlexiContourbloc technology works with a SweetSpot in the ultimate jump seat for effortless rider balance, so you are poised for take-off and prepared for the unexpected.
A forward-cut, mono flap enables unrivalled connection with you and your horse and the Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar allows you to customise your position for perfect natural alignment.
HART: Cair Cushion System + EasyChange Gullet and Riser Systems
The Technology
The technology that makes up HART has been proven to be transformative for both horse and rider. Only if a saddle has all of these features, is it worthy of the HART badge.
Elastiflex Tree
Imagine the comfort of a tree with the ability to flex and move with your every stride. Your horse’s spine is protected from concussive forces, whilst lateral flexion enables your horse’s back to swing and move uninhibited and naturally. It is exceptionally lightweight, symmetrical and strong over time, protecting it from breakage or warping. You’re in safe hands in a saddle with HART
CAIR Cushion System
Trust in simply the best protection you can offer your horse. Super soft air cushions lie in constant contact with your horse’s moving back muscles, for their total comfort from an even and lower pressure combined with the ultimate in shock absorption. WithCAIR, your horse will respond through freedom of movement you can feel. You’re in safe hands in a saddle with HART.
EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution
When your horse is your world, we understand your need for total reassurance of a perfect fit solution now and in the future. Relax with confidence in full adjustability to both the tree and panel. With the greatest scope of customization in your hands that is measurable, symmetrical and completely reversible, you know you are giving your horse your absolute best with theEASY-CHANGE Fit Solution. You’re in safe hands with HART.
Performance Panel Technology
Look beneath your saddle and see the thoughtful design that is key for your horse to move naturally. Each individual saddle has a generous footprint with edges that gradually taper for a seamless and gentle transition of weight. Careful tailoring ensures maximum clearance for your horse’s spine with provision for lift adjustments where needed for perfect balance and stability in riding. You’re in safe hands in a saddle with HART
Comfort Seat Technology
It is a comfort we hope you will never notice, designed to help you feel naturally balanced and connected in the moment with your horse. Perfect balance starts with a seat anatomically sculpted from exacting multilayers of foams to support your optimal position. Feel the difference of closer and seamless contact, elevated by complementary technologies including an ergonomic stirrup bar and knee blocks positioned specifically to you. You’re in safe hands in a saddle with HART
Bates Luxe Leather
Luxe Leather
Experience the prestige of owning a Bates Saddle made especially for you!
For the ultimate in comfort and luxury leather, you can special order your new Bates Saddle in premium Luxe Leather.
Luxe Leather
Luxe Leather is hand-selected from the finest calf-leather in the world and meticulously cared for throughout its specialised tanning process. This will guarantee exceptional performance in strength, richness of colour, ultra-soft feel and level of grip to meet the unique demands of an equestrian saddle.
Leather is a natural product and as such any marks, scars or colour variations within the Luxe Leather are not a fault and add to the individual character of your new Bates Luxe Leather saddle.
Your new saddle will feel exceptionally grippy, luxurious and succulent from day one, providing you with the ultimate in comfort and prestige.
Made to order, especially for you!
Experience the prestige of owning a Bates Saddle made especially for you in Luxe leather. As these saddles are by available by special order only, you may experience a wait time of up to 12 weeks for your new saddle – it will be worth the wait!
Caring for new Luxe Leather
Due to the more natural properties of Luxe Leather, these saddles may require additional dressing to prevent moisture loss, fading, and to protect the leather, particularly in high areas of wear and sun exposure. Treated in this manner, your new saddle will achieve the traditional, rich patina of aged, worked leather and you can expect years of excellent service from your saddle.
Warranty
Bates Saddles warranty terms and conditions:
The Bates Saddles warranty becomes effective from the date of purchase of your new Bates saddle.
You must provide proof of purchase, the original purchase receipt and your warranty card.
A repair or replacement under the Bates Saddles Warranty will not extend your Bates Saddles warranty period.
The Bates Saddles warranty is processed through our appointed Bates Saddles retailers.
What is covered under the Bates Saddles warranty:
Bates Saddles guarantees the repair or replacement of your Bates saddle (or part thereof) at no cost, if found to have a breakage in the tree for a period of 10 years from the date of purchase.
Bates Saddles guarantees the repair or replacement of your Bates saddle (or part thereof) at no cost, if found to have faulty materials or workmanship within two years of the date of purchase.
Please note, this line does not apply to saddles sold as a factory second, discontinued or prototype model, which would feature unique "specials" warranty ticketing.
What is not covered under your Bates Saddles warranty:
Normal wear and tear.
Accidental damage, faults caused by negligent use, lack of care or neglect.
Use of the saddle for anything other than equestrian pursuits.
Use of parts or accessories other than those produced or recommended for use with and in a Bates saddle.
Repairs or alterations carried out by third parties not in accordance with Bates Saddles’ recommendations.
The fit of the saddle itself.
What you need to do:
If you believe you have a claim under the Bates Saddles warranty you will need to:
Contact the retailer from whom you purchased your saddle (or your nearest Bates Saddles retailer) to discuss your concerns.
Take this card along with the original purchase receipt and your saddle to the retailer from whom you purchased the saddle (or your nearest Bates Saddles retailer).
The retailer will then be able to assist in assessing whether your saddle has a defect covered under the Bates Saddles warranty.
Thereafter the retailer will then liaise with our team on your behalf in relation to your warranty claim.
Shipping Info
Shipping & Pickup Information
Flat Rate Shipping via Post Haste (Excludes Feed):
North Island: $10 (1-2 working days)
South Island: $18 (2-3 working days)
Rural Surcharge: +$5 (extra time may apply)
Feed Shipping per bag via Post Haste:
Central North Island: $14 Per Bag
Upper North Island: $18 Per Bag
Lower North Island: $28 Per Bag
South Island: $55 Per Bag
Rural Surcharge: +$5 (extra time may apply)
Orders placed before 1 PM are usually shipped the same day.
Click & Collect:
Free 24/7 pickup via our after-hours collection box.
Instructions will be emailed when your order is ready.
Returns & Exchanges
No problem! We offer 30-day returns and exchanges on all items in new, resalable condition with the original packaging. See our full policy.
