Saddle Accessories: Gullet Plates, Spare Parts and Handy Helpers
With the right spare parts and small helpers, your saddle stays ready to ride and can be adapted to your horse. Here you will find the accessories you need.
BUSSE Saddle Girth Sleeve ART-FUR, Curved Fleece Girth Cover
Regular price: From €40.76
BUSSE Belly Cover SKINGUARD, Spur Rub Protection for Horses, VB/WB
Regular price: €51.86
BUSSE Riding Tag Neck Strap, Adjustable Leather Collar for Horses
Regular price: €13.58
Waldhausen Crupper Strap PVC-Coated, Elastic, with Quick Hooks, 40 cm
Regular price: €8.75
WINTEC Quick-Change Y-Girth Straps Synthetic, Saddle Accessory, Y black
Regular price: €31.35
Waldhausen Saddle Handle Grab Strap, Durable Leather, 30 cm, black
Regular price: €15.39
WINTEC Quick-Change Girth Straps, Synthetic, black, 12"/30 cm
Variants from €28.93
Regular price: €33.44 Waldhausen Girth Sleeve Sheepskin-Style Cover for Sensitive Horses, black, 50 cm
Variants from €10.44
Regular price: €11.00 Wintec Flexiblocs Saddle Knee Blocks for Custom Leg Support, DR standard
Variants from €54.99
Regular price: €61.66 WINTEC Easy-Change Gullet Gauge for Precise Gullet Width Measuring
Regular price: €38.66
Waldhausen Saddle Bag Reflex Banana, Reflective Saddle Pannier, Black
Regular price: €25.08
WINTEC Easy-Change Gullet Plate, Single – Adjustable Tree Width, single tight yellow
Variants from €30.78
Regular price: €37.62 Waldhausen Buckle Guard for Short Girths, Chafe Protection Girth Cover, black synthetic fur
Variants from €14.30
Regular price: €16.49 Waldhausen Saddle Strap, Replacement Chrome Leather Strap for Saddles, short black
Regular price: €12.09
Saddle Accessories: small parts, big impact
There are lots of small parts around the saddle that make a real difference day to day. In saddle accessories you will find interchangeable gullet plates and risers for Wintec saddles with the Easy-Change system, knee blocks, gullet screws and centring pins, plus a leather girth extender, girth sleeves, a buckle guard, a grab strap for extra security and a leather hole punch.
Adjusting width and seat
On saddles with the Easy-Change system, the gullet plate can be swapped. That lets you adjust the width when your horse builds up or loses muscle. Risers lift the saddle at the front or back, and knee blocks give your thigh more support and can be repositioned. Which width or setting your horse needs should be judged by a saddler with the horse in front of them. The right tools and spare screws then make the change easy.
Handy helpers for every day
A girth extender helps when the girth is a few centimetres too short in winter or on a well-covered horse. Faux fur girth sleeves protect the sensitive skin in the girth area. A buckle guard stops the girth buckles rubbing on the saddle flap. With the hole punch you can quickly add an extra hole to a strap, and a grab strap on the saddle gives a secure hold when mounting or on young horses.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know which gullet plate I need?
That depends on the shape of your horse's withers and shoulders. A saddler or saddle fitter measures this on the horse and recommends the right width. Judging it remotely from photos is not reliable.
Can I punch a hole in a strap myself?
Yes, with a rotary hole punch it is quick and clean. Mark the distance to the next hole carefully beforehand and choose a suitable hole size. For safety-critical straps such as girth straps or stirrup leathers, it is better to ask your saddler.
Is a girth extender safe?
Yes, as long as it is well made and the buckles grip firmly. It is a practical solution in the meantime. If you need it permanently, a longer girth is worth buying.
Spare parts and helpers around the saddle
A saddle is not just one big piece of tack but a system of many small components. Interchangeable gullet plates and risers let you adapt a saddle with the Easy-Change system to changes in your horse's back, in consultation with your saddler, of course. Gullet screws and a centring pin make the swap easier. Flexible knee blocks support your leg exactly where you need it. For everyday use there is a girth extender, soft faux fur girth sleeves and a buckle guard that protects your saddle flap. With the hole punch you can adjust straps quickly, and a grab strap gives you a secure hold when mounting. A cleaner for synthetic saddles keeps the material in good condition, so everything keeps working reliably for a long time. Small parts like these often decide whether a saddle feels just right.