Product Description

Bates Easy-Change Riser System

A little history of the Bates Easy-Change Riser System.

Bates Australia has worked hard to improve their saddles and the saddle industry. They have adapted and followed the trade focusing thier most recent saddles on expert performance for both rider and horse. In the early 2000’s, they launched CAIR® Panel Insert System along with their EASY-CHANGE® Gullet System. Combined, these two unique systems provide an individual with the ability to make adjustments specific to their horse quickly, efficiently and to the highest of comfort and professional standards.

Over time, Bates has adapted and improved its saddle fitting techniques and released the EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution. These EASY-CHANGE® products include the riser system (both standard and starter pack), gullet guage, and the gullet system. These unique products can help you hone in on a great fitting saddle for horse and for the rider. They provide quick adjustments while maintaining high standards of leather and comfort for horses and riders. Choose your Bates Easy-Change riser system today.

What Pack is right for You?

The standard starter pack is the perfect pack for a saddle that requires fewer adjustments. It includes front, center, and rear risers, along with an EASY-CHANGE® locating tool. All risers in this pack come in two sizes: 4 mm and 8 mm. Not for Pony or Jump saddle.

The standard pack is ideal for a saddle fit that requires a bit more adjustments. The pack includes front, center, and rear risers but contains a larger variety of sizes. The front and rear have 4 mm, 8 mm, 12 mm, and 16 mm choices, while the center risers are sized 4 mm and 8 mm. Also contains EASY-CHANGE® locating tool. Not for Pony or Jump saddle.

The pony/jump pack is meant for those smaller saddles. It contains small front and rear risers, both come in 4 mm and 8 mm, and center risers in 4 mm and 8 mm. The EASY-CHANGE® locating tool is also included. This pack is for Pony or Jump saddles ONLY.