Custom-Made Accessible Saddle

With the use of a Custom-Made Accessible Saddle, in many cases, riders with disabilities able to ride without having to be held up or led; some are even able to mount/dismount. Such saddles enable the riders to be fully supported, often via chair-type back supports, belts, extra padding, specially designed booties, etc.

Cost: $1,000-$3,200

Impairment Category: Back, Lower extremity

Caution: Horse professionals are in agreement that riders should not be strapped or solidly secured to the saddle. The ability to dismount in the event of a horse being spooked is essential in all but those cases where the horse is highly predictable and the rider well experienced.