Breeches.com is home to Henri de Rivel, your trusted brand of expertly crafted saddles and strap goods. Family-owned since 1992, we strive to bring you the best year after year.

Henri de Rivel manufactures quality English tack at affordable prices. Different English disciplines all require specialized tack pieces for horses and riders to communicate effectively and comfortably. For example, dressage requires a long leg and deep seat from the rider to convey intricate movements for cues. An HDR saddle offers the rider a deep, soft seat as well as long billets. We also offer Henri de Rivel saddles for the hunter rider, equitation, and jumpers. A shorter, forward flap and a variety of seat depths to accommodate a variety of preferences are all featured on other Henri de Rivel saddles like the close contact or all purpose styles.

Tack and equipment are both one of the biggest expenses for horseback riders. Quality tack is a luxury that can sometimes be unreachable for riders that are starting or have limited budgets. Henri de Rivel offers a line of saddles and strap goods, including Henri de Rivel bridles, halters, stirrup leathers, irons, martingales, and more!

Henri de Rivel offers great quality because we make all our saddles in our own factories where we control every detail.

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Close Contact Saddles

Henri de Rivel designs close contact saddles for everyone, from the amateur to the professional rider. Every HDR saddle is tested and refined in-house so we can ensure the highest quality. You can trust that the leather will last and your saddle will perform for years to come.

Equipe

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Cahill

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Millennium

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Memor-X

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Lumina

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Advantage

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Introducing

Dressage Saddles

Dressage requires ultimate harmony between horse and rider. Henri de Rivel designed these saddles with this in mind to bring you quality and comfort at an affordable price.

Dortmund

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Pro

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Parisian Monoflap

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All Purpose

Henri de Rivel has designed a variety of All Purpose saddles to give you the flexibility to explore different English riding disciplines. Comfort and affordable styles to fit every rider.

Advantage

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Club

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Children's Saddles

Henri de Rivel has designed a variety of children’s saddles for ultimate riding comfort and safety. For our smallest riders just starting out, shop the collection of HDR saddles made from high quality leather.

Advantage Pony Lead Line

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Pro Pony Close Contact

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Saddle Fitting Tools

Gullet Gauge

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Henri de Rivel Gullets

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Reviews

Adam Ottomanelli

Professional rider and trainer based in Wellington, Florida.

Sisters Horsing Around

Emily and Sarah LOVE horses and love horsing around!


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Q&A with Our Virtual Saddle Fit Master

If you and your horse are struggling with connection, impulsion, a sore back, or something just doesn’t feel right under saddle, schedule your virtual saddle fit appointment with Bob. Whether you want to change the fit of your current HDR saddle or you’re in the market for a new one, Bob can help you and your horse find the right saddle for you.

Horse Saddles 101: What You Need to Know

Have you ever wondered: what lies beneath the smooth leather of a saddle? What’s the difference between a jumping or dressage saddle? How can I tell if my saddle really fits my horse? We rounded up one comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about horse saddles, both inside and out. Dive into the world of saddles with us.

Guide to the functions of the English Saddle

If you are in the market for a new or used saddle, you are about to embark on a long journey. Saddles are almost always your most expensive piece of tack in your trunk, with that, it needs to be taken care of to maintain the integrity of the leather and internal parts. Any equestrian should know the parts of the saddle for reference.

Saddles and Bridles: Leather Care 101

Cleaning our tack and leather goods. Some people hate it. Some people find it relaxing and use it to find their qi (whatever that is exactly). This really separates the detail-oriented people from the git ‘er done people. Picking grime off of leather, in between buckles and straps can be time-consuming, but very beneficial.

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A variety of textures, colors, and materials can all be found in the line of Henri de Rivel saddles and strap goods. HDR saddles can be found with either soft and covered leather or conventional imprinted/pebbled texture. From fancy raised browbands to plain, flat nosebands and reins, HDR accommodates all styles for all riders. The Kushy line of Henri de Rivel bridles and halters features exceptionally soft and malleable leather that cradles the horse’s delicate facial bones and provides padding to the sensitive poll area. This flexible and moldable leather requires minimal break in time and does not need to be conditioned compared to stiff, traditional leather.


Henri de Rivel even offers a polo saddle and bridle set for your next match. We work to create the equipment that you need and ensure all of our products offer a great experience for both horse and rider. If you’re still not sold, explore all Henri de Rivel saddle reviews to see what others are saying about these products!

GREAT QUALITY AT LOW PRICES - WHAT'S THE SECRET?

Henri de Rivel can offer you great quality because we make all our saddles in our own factories where we can control every detail. Henri de Rivel always offers you great value for your saddle investment because we care as much as you do.

Tack and equipment are both one of the biggest expenses for horseback riders. Quality tack is a luxury that can sometimes be unreachable for riders that are starting out or have limited budgets. Henri de Rivel offers a line of saddles and strap goods, including Henri de Rivel halters, stirrup leathers, bridles, irons, martingales and more!

Henri de Rivel manufactures quality english tack at affordable prices. Different English disciplines all require specialized tack pieces in order for horse and rider to communicate effectively and comfortably. For example, dressage requires a long leg and deep seat from the rider to convey intricate movements for cues. An HDR dressage saddle offers the rider a deep, soft seat as well as long billets. HDR also offers saddles for the hunter rider, equitation and jumpers. A shorter, forward flap and a variety of seat depths to accommodate a variety of preferences are all featured on other Henri de Rivel saddles like the close contact or all purpose styles.

Saddles, bridles and girths are always evolving to accommodate the horse and rider. Henri de Rivel is right there with the pack with unique and designs and functional features. Fit is imperative when choosing the right tack for your horse and is important for the rider as well! HDR offers saddles in a variety of sizes and widths to accommodate a wide range of riders and horses. Saddles can be found with interchangeable gullets to promote appropriate fit for your horse’s ever changing muscle tone. Interchangeable gullets also allow for the same saddle to fit multiple horses, saving the rider money by not having to buy multiple saddles. With just the removal of the 2 screws, you can have potentially up to 5 different saddles with the purchase of 1. HDR bridles offer mono crown pieces and nosebands in a variety of widths and padding to offer ultimate comfort for the horse and peace of mind for the rider. Anatomical girths infused with moisture wicking capabilities are just another check on the list of functional HDR tack. Henri de Rivel stirrup leathers are available with extra grippy leather, flat buckles or even nylon-lined to prevent stretching.

A variety of textures, colors and materials can all be found on the Henri de Rivel line of saddles and strap goods. Saddles can be found with either soft and covered leather or conventional imprinted/pebbled texture. From fancy raised browbands to plain, flat nose bands and reins, HDR accommodates all styles for all riders. The HDR Kushy line of bridles and halters features exceptionally soft and malleable leather that cradles the horse’s delicate facial bones and provides padding to the sensitive poll area. This flexible and moldable leather requires minimal break in time and does not need to be conditioned compared to stiff, traditional leather.

Henri de Rivel has recently introduced a new line: Vegan-X: A collection that satisfies the demand for animal product- free tack. Offered in dressage, all purpose and pony saddles as well as a halter, stirrup “leathers" and a traditional belt! From afar, these products look just like traditional leather goods. The entire Vegan-X collection is lightweight and easily maintained with just a damp cloth after use.