Description

Key Features at a Glance

Aussie Ultralight (14 lbs) – Our lightest Australian-style saddle, making saddling easier while reducing weight on your horse during every ride.
Traditional Australian poleys – Provide added rider security and leg support without restricting natural movement.
Deep 5″ cantle – Helps create a secure, balanced riding position for confidence over challenging terrain.
Minimalist exposed-bar design – Eliminates unnecessary skirting leather to reduce overall weight while maintaining durability and close contact.
Standard billet rigging – Allows greater flexibility in girth placement to better accommodate horses with varying girth grooves.
Interchangeable seat system – Available in padded leather or genuine fleece with adjustable seat shimming to personalize comfort and balance.
Patented 3-D Adjustable Fit System – Includes fitting cushions and a complete shim kit to fine-tune saddle fit as your horse changes over time.
Premium English bridle leather – Soft, supple leather provides long-lasting durability with a broken-in feel from day one.
Over 20 seat color and texture options – Customize your saddle to match your personal style.

Why Riders Choose the Aussie Ultralight

The Aussie Ultralight combines the confidence and security of a traditional Australian saddle with one of the lightest saddle designs available. Weighing approximately 14 pounds, it’s designed for riders who want maximum comfort and security without the extra bulk of a conventional saddle.

Traditional Australian poleys and a deep 5-inch cantle work together to create a secure, balanced riding position that inspires confidence on steep hills, technical trails, endurance rides, and everyday adventures. At the same time, the minimalist construction and close-contact design allow riders to better feel and move with their horse.

Unlike other Australian saddles that have skirting leather covering the bars of the tree, the Aussie Ultralight will have partially exposed bars, reducing unnecessary weight while maintaining the same durable tree and adjustable fit system Specialized Saddles is known for.

Designed for Comfort and Performance

The Aussie Ultralight was created for riders who appreciate the security of an Australian saddle but want the lightest package possible.

The supportive Australian poleys help stabilize your leg position without feeling restrictive, while the deep seat naturally encourages balance over uneven terrain. Whether you’re spending long days on the trail, riding endurance miles, or simply looking for added confidence in the saddle, the Aussie Ultralight offers exceptional security without sacrificing freedom of movement.

The interchangeable seat system allows riders to choose between padded leather or fleece and features a shimmable design for personalized comfort. Optional seat cushions, available separately, can be added to fine-tune seat cushioning, twist of the seat, and overall support as your needs change.

Patented 3-D Adjustable Fit System

Every Specialized Saddles Aussie Ultralight includes our patented 3-D Adjustable Fit System, allowing the saddle to be customized to your individual horse—not just when it’s new, but throughout your horse’s lifetime.

Each saddle includes one pair of ¾” fitting cushions along with a complete shim kit, allowing adjustments to be made independently on each side of the saddle. This makes it possible to accommodate changes caused by muscle development, seasonal conditioning, rehabilitation, aging, or natural asymmetry.

Our fitting system allows you to independently adjust the width, arch, and angle of the saddle, creating even weight distribution along the entire length of the bars. The result is improved comfort, greater freedom of movement, and a saddle that continues fitting as your horse changes over time.

Which Lightweight Saddle Is Right for You?

All of our lightweight Australian saddles feature the same patented 3-D Adjustable Fit System, premium American craftsmanship, and secure Australian poleys. The primary differences come down to weight, construction, and personal preference.

Aussie Light

The Aussie Light weighs approximately 15.5 lbs and offers the traditional appearance of an Australian saddle with leather skirting covering the saddle bars. Riders who prefer a more classic finished look often choose the Aussie Light.

Aussie Ultralight

The Aussie Ultralight weighs approximately 14 lbs and is our lightest Australian-style saddle. By eliminating the skirting leather over the saddle bars, overall weight is reduced while maintaining the same secure riding position.

The Aussie Ultralight also features standard billet straps that pull evenly from both the front and rear of the saddle. This design provides greater flexibility in girth placement, making it easier to accommodate horses with different girth grooves while allowing the saddle to be balanced.

Which Saddle Is Right for You?

Choose the Aussie Ultralight if you want our lightest Australian-style saddle with the closest possible connection to your horse, exposed-bar minimalist construction, and the versatility of standard billet rigging.

Choose the Aussie Light if you prefer the traditional leather-skirted appearance of a classic Australian saddle while still enjoying lightweight performance and our patented adjustable fit system.

Lightweight Design That Benefits Horse and Rider

At approximately 14 pounds, the Aussie Ultralight is one of the lightest Australian saddles available.

Its lightweight construction makes lifting, saddling, and carrying noticeably easier while reducing the amount of weight your horse carries throughout every ride. Riders especially appreciate the difference when saddling taller horses, preparing for endurance competitions, or simply spending long days on the trail.

Despite its minimalist construction, the Aussie Ultralight maintains the same durable tree, premium leather, and adjustable fit system that Specialized Saddles has been trusted for over 20 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Aussie Ultralight weigh?

The Specialized Saddles Aussie Ultralight weighs approximately 14 pounds, making it our lightest Australian-style saddle.

Can the Aussie Ultralight be adjusted to fit my horse?

Yes. Every Aussie Ultralight includes our patented 3-D Adjustable Fit System with fitting cushions and a complete shim kit, allowing the saddle to be adjusted as your horse changes throughout its lifetime.

What’s the difference between the Aussie Ultralight and the Aussie Light?

Both saddles feature traditional Australian poleys, a deep seat, and our patented adjustable fit system. The Aussie Ultralight eliminates the leather skirting over the saddle bars to reduce weight and uses standard billet straps for greater flexibility in girth placement. The Aussie Light has a traditional leather-skirted appearance that many riders prefer.

Can I choose between fenders and stirrup leathers?

Yes. The Aussie Ultralight can be ordered with either traditional fenders or stirrup leathers to suit your preferred riding style.

How do I get the best fit for my horse?

Many riders choose to order our Fit Kit before their saddle is built. Your measurements allow us to pre-adjust your saddle before it leaves our shop, and after delivery our Photo Fit program helps fine-tune the fit to ensure long-term comfort for your horse.