Barefoot Cheyenne - Lightweight Saddle for Trail, distance and pleasure riding

The Barefoot Cheyenne is one of our most popular Barefoot models for trail, distance and pleasure riding. Its open seat and flexible mono-flap design allow close contact with the horse while supporting a natural, balanced riding position.
The lightweight construction and integrated VPS system help distribute rider weight while maintaining the flexibility Barefoot saddles are known for.

Quick Model Overview

Best for: Trail riding, pleasure riding, long rides

Seat feel: Open and relaxed seat

Rider position: Close contact with freedom of movement

Weight: approx. 11.5 lbs (about 5 kg)

Key Features

VPS system for improved weight distribution
Flexible in three directions to move with the horse
Lightweight design ideal for long rides
Mono-flap construction for closer rider contact
Interchangeable pommel for different shoulder widths
Multiple D-rings for attaching gear
Soft underside for comfort and flexibility

Recommended Setup

For best performance, the Cheyenne should be used with a Barefoot Special or Physio saddle pad and inserts as part of the Barefoot saddle system. Proper pad and insert selection help stabilize the saddle and distribute rider weight effectively.

The design of this saddle positions the rider in the horse's center of gravity, providing close contact and freedom in the seat. The use of nubuck leather makes the saddle very pliable, adjusting to the horses back and movements.
Can be used with English Leathers, Endurance fenders or with 2"wide leathers with Fenders with Knee rolls.
Leathers and stirrups sell separately.

Features:

Weighs 11.5lbs alone
Made of open pore cow hide; soft, smooth leather - dirt repellent
6 D-rings to attach all your travel/riding gear
Light colored thick fleece underside and leather trim
Medium pommel insert - standard
Flexes in all 3 directions (X,Y,Z)
Barefoot VPS System provides channel for spinal clearance
Close contact; free and comfortable seating at the horse's center of gravity
Open English Stirrup attachment (included) can be positioned as needed

Compare Barefoot Saddles

Model	Seat Feel	Best For	Rider Support
Cheyenne	Open seat	Trail / endurance riding	Minimal knee support
Tahoe (Cherokee internationally)	Deeper seat	Trail riders wanting more security	Moderate knee support
Nottingham	Deeper seat	Dressage, flatwork, jumping	Good leg stability
Arizona	Western seat	Western trail riding	Western style support

Note: The Tahoe saddle sold in the USA is the same model known internationally as the Cherokee saddle.

All Barefoot brand treeless saddles come with a saddle system called Vertebrae Protection System (VPS), which is a patented panel system designed to protect the spine of the horse.

The Barefoot Treeless saddles come with a medium size fiberglass insert. You can purchase additional narrow, wide, extra wide, or soft pommel inserts as needed for your horse's conformation. Click here for more information on the Barefoot Pommel Inserts, and a printable version of the pommel sizing template.

All Barefoot Treeless saddles are manufactured in Germany, and restocked monthly.

Please Note - The chart below provides measurements according to European sizing.

Size 1 (U.S. Equivalent)

Western seat size 14-14.5 | English seat size 16-16.5
Ladies pant size < 8 | Mens pant size ~34-36

Size 2 (U.S. Equivalent)

Western seat size 15-16 | English seat size 17-18
Ladies pant size > 8 | Mens pant size ~38-42