Hilason Western Horse Treeless Trail Pleasure Saddle American Leather

Hilason Treeless Western Trail Pleasure Saddle - Treeless Western Trail Saddle

The Hilason treeless western trail saddle takes the rigid tree out of the equation and puts you closer to your horse's back, so the ride feels quieter and more natural from the first mile. Built on full grain harness leather with a basketweave hand tooled finish, this treeless trail saddle lets the horse lengthen its stride and engage its back muscles instead of bracing against fixed bars. Each one is handmade one at a time, and the tree-free build molds to high withers, wide shoulders and back shapes a standard tree will not fit.

Why This Treeless Trail Saddle Works on Hard-to-Fit Horses

• Tree-free construction flexes and molds to the horse's back instead of forcing the horse into a fixed tree shape
• Basketweave hand tooled skirt and fenders in a hand finished saddle tan, with leather covered stirrups and silver conchos
• Full grain harness leather skirting breaks in gradually and keeps its shape through seasons of hard use
• Roughly 26 lbs, noticeably lighter than a traditional western saddle when you load up at the trailer

Best For Trail Riding, Pleasure Riding and Endurance Miles

• All-day trail riding and pleasure riding, from green horses to finished trail partners
• Endurance riding where a lighter western saddle and a closer feel matter over long distances
• Horses with high withers, wide shoulders or unusual conformation that are hard to fit with a treed saddle
• New western riders and seasoned trail riders shopping for a first treeless saddle
• Long weekends at horse camp and overnight trail trips where one saddle has to cover every ride

Treeless Trail Saddle Specifications and What's Included

• Brand: Hilason
• Style: Western treeless trail saddle
• Use: Trail riding, pleasure riding, endurance riding
• Seat: 14 inch black roughout leather seat
• Cantle: 4.5 inch cantle
• Gullet fit: Fits 6 to 8 inch gullet size horses
• Skirt and weight: 24 inch skirt length, approximately 26 lbs
• Included: Matching front and rear cinch straps and leather covered stirrups

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Hilason saddle treeless or does it have a tree inside?

This is a true treeless western trail saddle with no rigid wooden or synthetic tree inside, so the leather flexes and molds to the shape of the horse's back. Rider weight is spread across the skirt rather than concentrated on fixed bars, which reduces hard pressure points and lets the shoulder move more freely.

What size horse will this treeless western saddle fit?

It is built to fit 6 to 8 inch gullet size horses, which covers a wide range of stock horse and trail horse builds. Because there is no fixed tree, the treeless trail saddle also adapts well to high withers, wide shoulders and awkward conformation. Always check your horse's gullet width and saddle your horse before riding.

Is this saddle good for trail riding and endurance?

Yes. Hilason lists this model for trail riding, pleasure riding and endurance work. The tree-free build removes shoulder restrictions, so horses tend to lengthen their stride and cover ground more comfortably over distance. At roughly 26 lbs it is also easier to carry from the tack room to the trailer than a traditional western saddle.

Is the leather real leather and is the saddle handmade?

The saddle is built in full grain harness leather with premium American cowhide skirting leather, hand tooled in a basketweave pattern and hand finished in a saddle tan color. Each treeless western trail saddle is handmade one at a time rather than stamped out on a production line, so small variations in the tooling are normal.

How do I care for hand tooled leather on a western saddle?

Wipe the tooled leather with a damp cloth after dusty rides and let it dry away from direct heat. Apply a light coat of leather conditioner to the full grain harness leather two to four times a year, depending on how often you ride. Pay extra attention to the fenders and skirt edges, which take the most wear.

What comes with this saddle and do I need to buy a cinch separately?

Matching front and rear cinch straps are included, so the treeless trail saddle arrives ready to rig. A cinch and any saddle pad you prefer are sold separately. If you ride steep or long distances, pair it with a contoured non-slip pad to keep the treeless skirt steady on the horse's back.