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The Elan Close Contact (Foam)

  • Designed for the true connoisseur, a favourite with 3 day Eventers and Show Jumping Riders.
  • Rich full grain solid leathers for the flaps and skirts and a new soft, supple calfskin for the seats and pads. When oiled this offers that extra grip and provides the rider with added confidence.
  • The design and construction of the narrow waisted, wide seated tree, which is made from re-enforced laminated Birch, enables the rider to maintain perfect balance and control of the horse throughout.
  • The use of multi layered latex in the seat offers outstanding comfort and support.
  • The Elan Close Contact can be made to your individual requirements with the choice of five different flaps and the option of contoured knee and calf blocks, which conform to the riders leg position
Sizes: 15", 16", 16.5", 17", 18", 19"
Tree Width: Six different tree widths
Colours: Ebony Black, Mid Havana, Tawny Nut, Newmarket tan, Caramel, Nubuck optional
Flap Option: Short, Regular, Regular Forward, Long, Long Forward
Panel: Easy Fit Foam (standard) / Pure White Wool / Flair panel System
The Reflex Close Contact (Foam)
  • Designed to meet the exacting demands of Show Jumpers and Event Riders alike.
  • The Reflex system has been researched and developed over a number of years and thoroughly tested by several leading competitive riders both at home and abroad, continuing Frank Baines Saddlery's reputation for innovation.
  • A softly padded, slightly wider than normal seat, using pure latex foam, allows even more comfort for the rider. Using only the finest French Calf Leather for extra grip and stability in the seat and pads and also full grain solid leathers, that naturally accept oil, in the flaps and skirts.
  • The EXP System allows a larger bearing surface thus distributing the weight and pressure of the rider from the point. This drastically improves the comfort for the horse, in particular after landing from a jump.
  • A truly superb Close Contact saddle designed for the rider who insists on the very best.
Sizes: 16", 16.5", 17", 17.5", 18"
Tree Width: Variety of different tree widths
Colours: Black, Havana, Nut, Newmarket, Caramel, Nubuck (Optional)
Flap: Short, Regular, Long Forward
Panel: Easy Fit Latex Foam System (Standard), Pure White Wool, Flair System
The Reflex Close Contact (Wool)
  • Designed to meet the exacting demands of Show Jumpers and Event Riders alike.
  • A softly padded, slightly wider than normal seat, using pure latex foam, allows even more comfort for the rider. Using only the finest French Calf Leather for extra grip and stability in the seat and pads and also full grain solid leathers, that naturally accept oil, in the flaps and skirts.
  • The EXP System allows a larger bearing surface thus distributing the weight and pressure of the rider from the point. This drastically improves the comfort for the horse, in particular after landing from a jump.
  • A truly superb Close Contact saddle designed for the rider who insists on the very best.


Sizes: 16", 16.5", 17", 17.5", 18"
Tree Width: Variety of different tree widths
Colours: Black, Havana, Nut, Newmarket, Caramel, Nubuck (Optional)
Flap: Short, Regular, Long Forward
Panel: Easy Fit Latex Foam System (Standard), Pure White Wool, Flair System
For more information, prices or want to arrange a fitting, please contact us.

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