Barefoot London - Treeless Dressage Saddle

The Barefoot London is an elegant treeless dressage saddle designed to provide close contact with the horse while supporting a balanced riding position. The long dressage flap allows the rider's leg to fall naturally into an open dressage position without locking the rider into a fixed seat.

Like all Barefoot saddles, the London features the VPS (Vertebrae Protection System), designed to distribute the rider's weight across a larger saddle surface while maintaining spinal clearance for the horse. The flexible saddle construction allows the horse's back and muscles to move freely, helping promote natural movement and development of the topline. The adjustable stirrup attachment and Velcro-positioned knee rolls allow riders to customize the saddle to their individual riding position and leg length.

Quick Model Overview

• Best for: Dressage and flatwork and trails
• Seat feel: Open dressage seat with close contact
• Rider position: Balanced with freedom of movement
• Weight: approx. 5 kg / 11 lbs
• Material: Soft leather with dense fleece underside
• Colors: Black

Key Features

• Barefoot VPS system distributing rider weight evenly
• Flexible treeless saddle design allowing full horse movement
• Long dressage flap supporting a natural leg position
• Velcro-adjustable knee rolls supplied in two sizes
• AirPumpSystem knee rolls adapting softly to the rider's leg
• Adjustable stirrup attachment allowing custom rider position
• Flexible V-girthing system for improved saddle balance
• Exchangeable pommel insert (medium included)
• 6 D-rings for saddle pad and riding gear

Compare Barefoot Dressage Treeless Saddles

Rider Position Guide

Treeless saddles encourage a balanced seat because there is no rigid tree positioning the rider automatically. Riders transitioning from traditional treed saddles may notice that a treeless saddle feels different at first and may require a short adjustment period.

• London -Offers a more open dressage seat and freedom of movement, making it comfortable for riders who prefer a relaxed riding position.
• Lexington - Designed to encourage a more upright dressage posture with additional support from the wedge-shaped seat and knee rolls.
• Wellington - Provides the deepest seat and most classical dressage rider position.

Barefoot Saddle System

All Barefoot saddles work best as part of a saddle system with a suitable saddle pad and inserts. This helps distribute rider weight and maintain spinal clearance for the horse.

"I need to adjust the stirrup leathers a little, but this saddle is so comfy I knew after one trot around the arena that I would keep it. Also, the 22� girth fits both horses. Adonis, my Paso Fino, is gaiting out beautifully in it with more freedom in his shoulders." - happy customer with a new Barefoot London!