Cavaletti Collection Monoflap 16.5″ Adjustable Wool-Flocked Dressage Saddle – Black (Ex-Demo)

When training flatwork or riding a dressage test, a close, unobstructed connection through your seat and leg is essential for sending subtle aids. The Cavaletti Collection Monoflap Dressage Saddle delivers the close-contact feel of a monoflap design paired with an open, non-restrictive seat that lets you sit deeply without feeling locked in or constrained.

Crafted from soft black covered leather, it features supportive external knee blocks to anchor your lower leg, a Y-system three-point girthing setup for maximum stability, and an interchangeable gullet system to adapt as your horse develops.

At Best Horse Saddle Shop, our workshop team hand-inspects every saddle before listing. This 16.5″ Cavaletti Monoflap is an Ex-Demo Grade 2 condition saddle—meaning it’s in almost-new, pristine condition with only minor signs of handling or light test-girthing from a fitting demonstration, providing riders a fantastic saving off new retail pricing.

Quick Specs

• Brand: Cavaletti Collection

• Model: Monoflap Dressage

• Seat Size: 16.5″

• Color: Black

• Material: Premium Covered Leather

• Tree Type: Adjustable Gullet System (Narrow-Medium to XX-Wide)

• Currently Fitted With: Extra-Wide (XW) Gullet Bar

• Panel Type: Traditional Wool-Flocked Panels

• Wither Profile: Standard to Low Wither Profile

• Discipline: Dressage / Flatwork / Arena Schooling

• Flap Type: Monoflap Design (External Knee Blocks)

• Girthing: Y-System Three-Point Girthing

• Saddle ID: N2686

• Condition: Ex-Demo (Grade 2 — Very Good Condition)

Closer Connection & Adaptable British Design

The Cavaletti Monoflap is packed with rider-focused features for flatwork and schooling:

• Monoflap Close-Contact Feel: Single-flap construction removes bulk beneath your thigh and calf, allowing direct, uninhibited contact with your horse’s barrel for refined leg aids.

• Balanced, Open Dressage Seat: Gives you the security and alignment needed for dressage without forcing you into an unnaturally rigid or restrictive position.

• Compact 16.5″ Seat: An ideal choice for junior riders, petite adults, or shorter-backed horses and ponies where a standard 17″ seat is simply too long.

• Interchangeable Gullet & Wool-Flocked Panels: Takes interchangeable gullet bars ranging from Narrow-Medium through to XX-Wide (currently fitted with an Extra-Wide bar). Paired with traditional wool-flocked panels, a qualified saddle fitter can easily tailor the flocking and tree width as your horse conditions.

Condition Report & Pricing

Grade 2 — Ex-Demo Very Good Condition

This saddle was used briefly as a demonstration model. It is 100% structurally sound and shows only minor, cosmetic handling marks:

• Flaps & Leather: Supple black covered leather throughout with virtually no wear—only light cosmetic marks from test girthing or trial handling.

• Hardware & Tree: The adjustable tree, Y-girthing billets, stitching, and wool-flocked panels are solid, intact, and in pristine working order.

• Best Horse Saddle Shop Price: Competitive Ex-Demo Pricing (Enjoy significant savings compared to buying brand new!)

We encourage you to review all high-resolution detail photos for a complete assessment of its cosmetic appearance.

Worldwide Shipping, UK & USA Trial Options

We ship quality dressage saddles directly to riders across the UK, USA, Europe, and Australia, providing full courier tracking on every dispatch.

• UK Mainland Buyers: Take advantage of our 5-Day UK Mainland Trial Option—giving your qualified saddle fitter time to evaluate the saddle on your horse before you make your final commitment.

• USA Buyers: Take advantage of our 5-Day USA Saddle Trial Option—giving you and your local fitter time to assess the fit and feel on your horse once delivered.

• International Orders (EU & AU): Shipped directly with full overseas tracking. Note: Please check all measurements and consult your local fitter prior to ordering, as international trial terms differ by destination.

Warranty & Peace of Mind

Cavaletti Manufacturer & Best Horse Saddle Shop Warranties

This saddle retains manufacturer tree coverage under Cavaletti’s Manufacturer Warranty (subject to standard terms and registration) alongside our Best Horse Saddle Shop 6-Month Soundness Warranty. Every tree, billet point, and seam is workshop-inspected before listing so you can head into the arena with total confidence.

(Note: Coverage applies to structural soundness under standard care and excludes damage caused by accidents, neglect, improper storage, or unauthorized modifications.)

Need Fitting Guidance or Have Questions?

Want to check if the 16.5″ seat or current Extra-Wide (XW) gullet bar will suit your horse’s back profile before placing your order? We’re here to help!

Please quote Saddle ID: N2686 when contacting us, or send us photos/templates of your horse standing flat on level ground—our fitting specialists will gladly evaluate your setup and guide your choice.