Startrekk Endurance Classic - Saddle without Tree
- A treeless saddle in Endurance style
- Fully customizable to your own preferences regarding color and leather tooling
- Interchangeable pommels without knob
- V-girth system
- High-quality leather
- Narrow seat
- Sturdy saddle
- Delivery excluding girth, matching girth available separately
Startrekk Endurance Classic & Pressure Distribution:
The Startrekk Endurance Classic, like other Startrekk saddles, has a very "normal" appearance and is hardly distinguishable from a saddle with a tree. It features a narrow and stable seat. The saddle offers the benefits of a treeless saddle: flexibility that adapts to the horse's back and does not interfere with the horse's movement. The removable/interchangeable forks allow adjustment of the saddle in different widths. Together with the cushions, the forks provide withers and spine freedom. The saddle is flexible but also stable enough to evenly distribute the rider's weight on the back. This is achieved through a thin plastic plate in the saddle. The saddle has Velcro cushions, available in various options and thicknesses, for perfect fine-tuning to the individual horse's back. The saddle comes with an off-billet, Ty-Strap, stirrups, and stirrup leathers. Excludes dressage girth. Additionally, the saddle can be fully customized according to your preferences: color, type of leather, leather tooling, type of stirrups, type of conchos.
Advantages of the Startrekk treeless Endurance saddle:
+ Narrow seat
+ High seat stability
+ Good pressure distribution
+ The V-girth system makes the position even more stable and contributes to pressure distribution
+ Plenty of withers space
+ Hardly distinguishable from a regular Western saddle
+ Adjustable in width with separate forks
+ Delivered in the desired width
+ Other width forks can be ordered separately
+ Choice of various Velcro cushions for fine-tuning to the horse
+ Weight approximately 7 kg
Disadvantages:
- Less flexible than treeless saddles from brands like Barefoot and EDIX
- More difficult fit than treeless saddles from brands like Barefoot and EDIX because they are less flexible
- No super-wide forks available, making this saddle unsuitable for very wide horses
The Startrekk Endurance is ideal for:
- Endurance riders
- Western riders who prefer no knob
- Recreational riders who like a rugged look
- Suitable from approximately wide C ponies, and also for D, E ponies, and horses
Less suitable for:
- Very wide horses, as there are no very wide forks available
- The V-girth system is less ideal for very round horses
- A and B ponies
Sizes:
The Startrekk Endurance Classic saddle is available in 3 lengths:
| Size: | Back Length: | Cushion Length: | Side Length: |
| (S)1 | 58 cm | 52 cm | approx. 52 cm |
| (S)2 | 62 cm | 56 cm | approx. 52 cm |
Bügelweite Startrekk Endurance Classic:
To determine the correct stirrup width, Startrekk has developed a template. You can find the template and how to use it HERE. Your saddle will be delivered in the desired stirrup width. If the width of your horse changes or if you want to use the saddle on another horse, another stirrup bow can be ordered separately and inserted into the saddle yourself. Optionally, you can also order an additional stirrup bow in a different size directly.
Cushion length:
A standard saddle of size S1 is supplied with Velcro cushions in length S1. However, you can also choose length S2 to obtain a larger contact area if your horse has enough space for it. Conversely, you can choose an S2 saddle, which is delivered with S2 cushion length as standard. If these are too long for your horse, you can change the cushion length to S1.
Saddle fitting:
Despite the possibility of determining the correct width with the template, we strongly recommend that you ask the saddler to adjust the saddle to your horse. This will prevent later disappointments. Since a Startrekk treeless saddle is not as flexible as a Barefoot or EDIX treeless saddle, the fit is somewhat more precise. Furthermore, we offer you the service of trying out your newly ordered saddle for 14 days after delivery. If you buy a Startrekk saddle without adjustment or trial purchase, you do not have this option. For more information about this service, click HERE. Information about saddle fitting can be found HERE.
Leather and color choice with Startrekk Endurance Classic:
Startrekk saddles are made in different types and colors of leather. Different colors of fittings and different surface finishes. With the Startrekk Endurance Classic, you can choose the base leather, the seat leather, the leatherwork, the conchos, the fender length, the stirrups, and the Velcro cushions to suit your preferences. Additionally, of course, the size.
Base leather:
In the illustration under "Smooth leather," you will find the basic colors:
It is also possible to opt for fat nubuck leather. This incurs an additional charge of 75 euros, and no leather tooling can be done. Fat nubuck is available in the following colors:
Seat leather:
The seat leather is the type of leather used for the seat of the saddle and for the knee pads. You can choose between smooth nappa leather or lightly brushed nubuck leather. Nubuck is slightly more textured.
Aspen leather is also available for the seat in the following colors:
- Tobacco
- Rattan
- Bromeer
- Black
Leather tooling / Border Tooling:
See illustration with the extensive list of options. Please note that an additional charge is made for leather tooling. Depending on the type of leather tooling, the surcharge ranges from 149 to 199 euros.
The leather tooling marked with a blue dot can also be ordered for the Soft Feel headstalls and reins. This allows you to complete your set. Choose from these options if you want a matching headstall and/or reins with leather tooling. The headstalls are also available without leather tooling.
Border tooling is not possible on thick nubuck leather.
Conchos:
Optional:
- Leather conchos with leather strings (in color matching your saddle choice)
- Silver conchos
Fender length:
Since the saddle comes with matching fenders, you can choose from 3 lengths of fenders:
Stirrups:
Included in the price are some types of stirrups. However, it is possible to choose from various other stirrups, at different prices. See the overview and image below.
- Comfort
- Aluminum
- Engraved aluminum
- Rawhide, leather cord in color matching your color choices
- Leather cord, in the same leather as your saddle choice, surcharge 40 euros
- Leather, in the same leather as your saddle choice, surcharge 40 euros
- Leather with Border Tooling, in the same leather and tooling as your saddle, surcharge 50 euros
- Light wood, finished with the same leather as your saddle choice, surcharge 60 euros
- Dark wood, finished with the same leather as your saddle choice, surcharge 60 euros
Velcro cushions:
As described above, removable cushions are supplied on the underside of the Startrekk Endurance Classic. These cushions are available in various materials, and a separate set can also be ordered later. Upon special request, a cushion can also be filled in such a way that, for example, there is thinner padding at the front than at the back. However, this must be specified exactly how the cushion should be filled.
| Cushion filling: | Recommended for: |
| Felt (approx. 1 cm) | Extremely round horses, sunken spine |
| EVA foam (approx. 2 cm) | Standard choice, healthy horseback |
| EVA foam with soft foam (approx. 2 cm + approx. 1 cm) | Poor back musculature, muscle atrophy, high withers and/or withers |
| EVA foam with soft foam (approx. 2 cm + approx. 2 cm) | Poor back musculature, muscle atrophy, high withers and/or withers |
| EVA foam with lambskin (approx. 2 cm + sheepskin) | Intensive use, most frequently chosen among Startrekk Western and Endurance It is recommended, if you want to use a Western pad without attachment straps or non-slip top, to ensure a stable position of the pad under the saddle. |
Additional options:
- 2 rings at the back of the cantle
- 2 latigo strings at the rings (+€37.99)
- D-ring for / on the position of the crupper strap (+€49.99)
- Buck straps (+€49.99)
- Additional soft seat (+€49.99)
- Antique finish leather finish (+€160.00) (only available in Havanna color)
Delivery time:
Since Startrekk saddles are available in so many colors, types of leather, and leather finishes, it is unfortunately not possible to have all options in stock. This means that most saddles have a delivery time of 10 to 12 weeks. Send us an email for the current stock available for quick delivery, to [email protected].
Delivery:
The saddle comes with an Off Billet, Ty Strap, fenders, and stirrups. Excludes Western girth and Western bridle, matching bridle and girth available separately.
Usage recommendation:
During use, we recommend using a pad with inserts for optimal pressure distribution and spine freedom. For example, a Grandeur pad that is tailored specifically for your Startrekk. You can choose the type of inserts yourself in the insert pockets and, if necessary, opt for slightly thicker padding in some areas.
Guarantee:
With proper use, good care, and proper storage of the saddle, the warranty period is 2 years. The original invoice and warranty card are required to claim the warranty. There is no warranty for leather defects, as leather is a natural product and, for example, a small scar from the animal may become visible. Furthermore, there is no warranty for wear parts such as girth rings, girth, stirrup leathers, and fittings.
