The Vanguard

For the taller rider with unique block placement

As used by Will Turnbull and Vere Phillipps

The Vanguard

The Van Guard is one of our newest saddles in the Sue Carson saddles collection.
It is designed with a narrow waist and a flat seat, the blocks are custom placed allowing superb fit and freedom to move.
The Van Guard is finished in beautiful Italian Calf Leather, improving security and comfort, giving total freedom of movement for your horse allowing a better technique over a fence.

  • All of our saddles.....

    * are available with a standard panel, a wide bearing surface panel or a compact panel for shorter backs.

    * are supplied with the Flair air flocking system.

    * have front gussets giving maximum freedom of movement

    * the trees are set to each individual horse and can be adjusted as the horse changes shape, or if the saddle is moved onto a different horse

    *and come with a complimentary saddle cloth and deluxe saddle cover

    *have our unique girthing gives options to suit your horse.  

  • Care and Use

    We recommend a leather cream, not soap. 

    The cream we use on all our saddles is Oakwood leather conditioner.



  • Design Detailing

    The panel has been designed to contour to the shape of the horse.

    Design the seat, flaps and blocks to you, the panel and tree to your horse, giving maximum comfort for horse and rider.

     You choose colour, trim and accessories to your taste. 

    This is all included in the price of your bespoke saddle. 


  • Guarantee

    Materials & workmanship are guaranteed for 12 months (subject to fair wear and tear.)

    Repairs & alterations should only be carried out by Sue Carson Saddles ltd.

    Failure to follow the care instructions above will invalidate this guarantee

    Please see T&C's


  • Maintaining Fit

    Whilst every effort is made to ensure a good fit, please bear in mind that horses do change shape. The time of the year, the age of the animal, the work being done; even a change of home or rider may considerably alter the way that the saddle fits. We suggest that it is good stable management to monitor this on an ongoing basis and to check for any signs of discomfort to your horse.

    The shape of your horse should be monitored as part of your weekly care routine and early signs of shape change can be noticed. 

    Horses can change shape from week to week particularly if they are undergoing rehab from injury, or have a change in feed or routine. The onus is on you to detect this early and notify us so that we can refit quickly.

    We are pleased to care for and maintain your saddle however It is your responsibility to arrange a regular refit; we will endeavour to send you a reminder letter. If you have any worries about the fit, we are always happy to discuss them with you.

  • Finance Option

    We offer Interest Free Finance and other finance packages to suit your requirements, making the purchase of your new saddle even easier.