Definition: Dressage saddles have a deep seat and the flaps are cut straight. This designs helps the rider sit deeply in the saddle and provides close contact with the horse. This close contact allows the rider to cue the horse with precision.
About Horses- -Dressage Saddle
By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com
An example of a dressage saddle.
2005 K. Blocksdorf
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