Barefoot Tahoe English Trail Treeless Saddles

Barefoot Tahoe - Lightweight Treeless Saddle for Trail and Everyday Riding

The Tahoe (called Cherokee internationally) is designed for riders seeking a deeper seat for additional security on trail rides.
Its flexible design and VPS system ensure close contact with the horse while distributing weight evenly.
Lightweight and versatile, it works well for a variety of horse shapes when used with the Barefoot saddle pad system.

Quick Model Overview:

Best for: Trail riding, pleasure riding, long rides, arena
Seat feel: Deeper seat for extra rider support - needs the breaking time.
Rider position: Close contact with moderate knee support with adjustable velcro knee blocks
Weight: approx. 12 lbs (5.5 kg)

Compare Popular 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, arena, all purpose	Moderate knee support
Nottingham	Deeper seat,	Dressage, flatwork, jumping	Good leg stability
Arizona	Western seat	Western, trail riding	Western style support

Key Features:

VPS system for improved weight distribution
Flexible in three directions to move with the horse
close rider contact after the breaking time
Interchangeable pommel for different shoulder widths
Multiple D-rings for attaching gear and bags
Soft underside for comfort and flexibility

Seat Sizes:

Size 1
Size 2

Recommended Setup:

For best performance, the Tahoe 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.

7-Day Saddle Trial: We offer a 7-day trial program so you can test the saddle on your horse before making a final decision. Please review our trial policy for details. Barefoot Saddle Trial

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

With stirrup attachment which can be positioned as needed, plus flexible V-Rigging and knee rolls which can be adjusted via Velcro.

flexible in all three dimensions (X, Y, Z)
no peak pressure on thus no reduction of back muscles
stirrup attachment can be positioned as needed
VPS "vertebrae protecting system" underneath seat
flexible V-Rigging
AirPump-System

Adjustable knee-rolls
close contact and comfortable, balanced seat in alignment with the horses centre of gravity
Stirrups, leathers sell separately
Seat sizes: 1 + 2

Also available in seat size 3 Special order (delivery time approx. 16 weeks). If you are interested, please contact us by mail

Did you know you can custom design your own Tahoe? Choose all the leather colors yourself!

See Sizing Tab for more information. Click here for more information on the Barefoot Saddle systems.

Saddle Trial Program
You can try the saddle for one week (7 days) after receiving the saddle to decide if it's 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