How to Choose a Tucker Saddle

For 35 years, Tucker Saddlery has produced hand-crafted, innovative endurance and trail saddles to provide lasting comfort for the miles ahead. Offering unrestrictive trees for greater freedom of movement, Tucker saddles are a good choice for horses of all shapes, sizes, and breeds. High-quality leather with excellent craftsmanship ensures these saddles last a lifetime with proper care and attention.

To help you find the perfect Tucker saddle for your next adventure, our crew of knowledgeable equestrians put together this comprehensive guide that covers each model in the two main lines: the Horizon Series and Classic Series. We will also highlight each saddle's features and what horse, rider, and/or terrain the saddle is best suited for.

Although similar, there are some distinct differences between the Horizon Series and Classic Series from Tucker Saddlery. Let's take a quick overview before we dive in to the details of each saddle we carry from these series!

North Star Western Trail Saddle

Inspired by Tucker's best-selling High Plains saddle, the North Star was made for riders who like a deep, secure seat with back support. Designed after the Tucker High Plains saddle, the North Star offers the same wide 14.5” swell and deep 5” cantle to keep you supported.

Wanderer Western Trail Saddle

For riders who need a wider seat, the Wanderer features a wider seat pocket and flatter seat rise for a more generous fit. For equine comfort, the 18.5” seat size has longer tree bars for better weight distribution.

Outpost Endurance Trail Saddle

The Outpost is a great choice for riders exploring the backcountry who need a secure saddle. This saddle was designed with no horn for maximum comfort and an optional, angled rear dee to better secure the saddle over rough terrain.

Nomad Endurance Trail Saddle

The Nomad is best for English crossover riders. This saddle features an equitation style with a narrow twist, so riders can easily post from English-style stirrup leathers with added comfort from strategically placed, padded knee rolls.

High Plains Western Trail Saddle

The High Plains is a best-selling Tucker Saddle. Featuring wider swells with a deep 5” cantle, the High Plains offers top-notch back support. The secure seat keeps you in position in the saddle to allow you to focus on the trail.

Big Bend Western Trail Saddle

Similar to the Wanderer but in the Classic series, the Big Bend also features a wider seat pocket and flatter seat rise for a more generous fit. Built on a fiberglass-reinforced wood tree, this lightweight saddle has longer tree bars for better weight distribution.

Pine Ridge Mule Western Saddle

The Pine Ridge saddle was created to fit a typical mule’s conformation with a flatter back and a choice of medium or wide fit. This saddle also features an A-fork style tree, deep seat with back support, and additional dees for mule gear and packing equipment.

Meadow Creek Western Trail Saddle

Tucker builds their saddles to last, and the Meadow Creek is no exception. This traditional saddle will last for miles to come with proper care, and features a cut-out skirt to provide you with a close contact feel with your horse.

Endurance Trail Saddle

As one of the most popular saddles in the Tucker line, the Endurance Trail Saddle is designed for the keen and adventurous horse and rider duo. This saddle will keep riders comfortable on any ride with a shock-absorbing seat, and the no-horn design ensures you can easily bend under low-hanging branches.

River Plantation Endurance Saddle

The River Plantation is ideal for riders who prefer a narrow twist for a gaited or trotting breed horse. This saddle offers a deep seat pocket for a secure feel.

Montreal Trooper Trail Saddle

The Montreal Trooper was created for field trail riders and offers a unique seat suspension that allows you to raise or lower the seat with ease. This saddle is finished with solid brass hardware to eliminate rust, so it should last a lifetime.

We hope that this overview of the various Tucker Saddlery models helps you find your next dream saddle. With such a wide variety to choose from, there truly is a saddle for every adventure! For even more details on each Tucker saddle available, be sure to click the link below. If you have any further questions, our customer service team is always happy to help and may be reached at 1-800-620-9145 or info@ridingwarehouse.com. Happy saddling!