Custom Eli Miller Endurance Saddle
The Eli Miller Endurance Saddles are extremely popular with trail riders. It is super lightweight without sacrificing quality. Endurance riders have given great feedback in the quality and comfort for the horse AND rider using this saddle. High level competitor or weekend trailblazer, a great fitting saddle is paramount.
Eli only uses the finest leather, made in the USA by Wickett and Craig. Their high standards make their goods an easy choice. The leather is oh so supple, yet strong and durable. This saddle will provide years of enjoyment.
Many endurance riders report that their horse moves out better and have more muscle development in the shoulder pocket after switching to this saddle. The tree is made by Batie Custom Saddle Trees and features more flare to the bars, which allows the horse to perform better. With less shoulder restriction, the horse can collect and maneuver so much easier. They can engage with hindquarters and use their backs. I also see a difference going down steep inclines. These are the only trees that we will use now and my horses appreciate it.
This saddle features padded 16 inch seat that will fit most riders. The seat is suspended, which is like riding on air. It has a good, secure feel with a narrow twist, to make it easy to maintain your balance on tough terrain. Not like some western saddles that feel like you are riding a 55 gallon drum. We love adding the pencil roll on the cantle to enhance durability and complete the look. We also added heavy duty stainless hardware and dees secure your saddlebags, Western or English style breastplate and miscellaneous equipment. The back ring is tilted, so you have the option of using centerfire rigging. It can be ordered with a straight ring if you prefer a standard rear cinch system. The stirrup bars on the tree are much smoother than many Western saddles. You can move your leg freely, forward or back. I appreciate that enhanced ability to use my legs properly. This saddle also has stirrup turners. This takes away all that knee pain after those long rides. Also, your stirrup is always there should you ever lose it.
This saddle is much lighter than most western saddles. I love that it is easy to throw up on taller horses, but still has the quality and craftsmanship that I demand. The suspended seat has a nice pocket that holds you in but does not restrict movement. Many riders switching from English to Western will appreciate the contact, flexibility and the weight of this saddle.
We can make a custom saddle with different options if desired, give us a call. Previous versions are in the bottom gallery.
**Eli Miller hand crafts his saddles in a small Amish community deep in the hills of Southern Kentucky. He only makes his saddles on custom orders, one at a time with a unique pride in workmanship. No assembly lines here. All made by hand. Quality all around, from the leather to the hardware.*
$1400
Specs - 23lbs - 7” gullet - 16” seat - flared bars - 5” cantle
