Barefoot Nevada - Treeless Western Saddle
The Barefoot Nevada is a western style treeless saddle designed especially for broad, round horses with lower withers. The large square skirts provide increased surface contact and help stabilize the saddle on wide or flat backed horses.
Like all Barefoot saddles, the Nevada includes the VPS (Vertebrae Protection System), which distributes the rider's weight across a larger saddle area while maintaining spinal clearance and allowing the horse to move freely. The saddle flexes in multiple directions so it adapts naturally to the horse's back and movement.
The Nevada is made from robust open-pore leather with a dirt-repellent surface treatment. The flexible stirrup attachment can be positioned as needed, allowing riders to adjust the stirrup placement for different leg lengths and riding styles.
The English billet rigging system improves lateral stability, particularly helpful for horses with a forward girth groove or round barrel shape.
Quick Model Overview
- Best for: Western riding and trail riding
- Seat feel: Balanced western seat
- Rider position: Relaxed western position
- Weight: approx. 7 kg / about 15 lbs
- Material: Open-pore nubuck leather
- Pommel: Wide insert included (interchangeable)
- Size: One size (between seat size 1- 2)
- Colors: Black or brown
Key Features
- Barefoot VPS system distributing rider weight evenly
- Flexible treeless saddle adapting to the horse's back
- Square western skirts improving stability on wide horses
- Adjustable Velcro stirrup attachment
- Wide western stirrup attachment for fenders
- English billet rigging system improving saddle balance
- Exchangeable pommel insert (wide included)
- 6 D-rings, conchos and leather strings for attaching gear
- Thick fleece underside for horse comfort
Compare Barefoot Western Treeless Saddles
| Model |
Seat Feel |
Best For |
Special Feature |
| Nevada |
Balanced western seat |
Wide horses and round backs |
Square skirts for stability |
| Arizona |
Classic western seat |
General, Long distance western riding |
Traditional western design |
| Missoula Nut |
Trail-focused seat |
General western riding |
Classic western style |
Rider Position Guide
Treeless saddles encourage riders to maintain a balanced seat because there is no rigid tree positioning the rider automatically. Riders transitioning from a traditional treed western saddle may notice a slightly different seat feel at first and may need a short adjustment period while developing balance and core stability.
The Nevada offers a relaxed western seat with close contact, making it comfortable for trail riding and everyday riding.
Barefoot Saddle System
All Barefoot saddles work best when used as part of a saddle system with a suitable Barefoot saddle pad and inserts. This helps distribute rider weight evenly and maintain spinal clearance for the horse
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Barefoot Nevada Treeless Western Saddle is a horse friendly treeless western saddle that will provide more stability on big framed, wide and round horses with flat withers. The English rigging system provides improved lateral stability for thick bellied horses with a forward girth groove.
Ordering Note(s): Available in one size only - 1-2 (standard adult). Leathers, fenders and stirrups sell separately
Fenders and stirrups sold separately.
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Saddle Trial Program
You can try the saddle for one week (7 days) after receiving the saddle to decide if it is a good fit for you and your horse. Keep it clean, keep the tags. Ride in a controlled area, do not go on a trail ride. If you mark it up, scratch it, or damage it, you cannot return it. You cannot return a used saddle pad or girth/cinch. Use your own saddle pad to try the saddle if possible. If after one week you decide to return the saddle, you will be charged a $150 restocking fee and you pay to ship the saddle back to us. If you would like to try a saddle for a week, Message us sales@barefootsaddlesusa.com
