The DP Saddlery El Campo Shorty addresses the critical fitting challenge of the short-backed horse by condensing the saddle’s footprint without sacrificing the deep seat or rider features.

With a much shorter saddle length (approx. 18.5 inches), the Shorty ensures the panels do not press on the horse’s sensitive loin area. It maintains all the rider features of the standard El Campo, including the deep, secure seat and the adjustable Velcro Knee Blocks for customized leg placement.

Key Differentiator: Short Panels

• Saddle Length: The entire weight-bearing panel system is shortened to approx. 18.5 inches (compare to 21" for standard models).

• Velcro Knee Blocks: Standard adjustable blocks for customized rider support.

Ideal Horse & Activities

• Horse Conformation: MANDATORY for Very Short-Backed Horses (e.g., Arabians, Icelandic Horses, compact Quarter Horses, Fjord Ponies, Lusitanos) where a standard saddle would bridge or sit on the loins.

• Activities: Classical Dressage, Working Equitation, and Trail Riding on compact breeds.

Tree: Ultra-Flex / BK

Gullet: Adjustable Gullet Width

Seat Size: S1(16.5'') Compare to 15'' Western and 16.5'' English

Saddle Leather: Chestnut Antique

Seat Leather: Brown Nubuck

Panel Leather: Brown Nappa

Cantle: Halfmoon

Hardware: Brass

Channel Width: 3.1''(8cm Wide)

Flocking: Medium (2.4''-3.1'')

Extras: D-Rings, Braided Stirrup Loops in Chestnut Antique

Tooling: BT G6240 / Classic Border Flower Tooling, Flower Tooling on Cantle

Weight: Approx 17.5lbs

Saddle Length: Approx 18.5''

Flap Length: Approx 20''

Warranty: Used properly, with sensible care and proper storage, we grant the owners of our Baroque saddles a total period of 3 years, and 5 years warranty on the saddle tree

Saddle Tips:

Need a customized horse saddle? Click the link below for more details:

https://saddlecolony.com/blogs/saddle-tips/saddle-customization

To learn more about the El Campo saddles, please click here

How to Adjust Gullet Width:

General Questions

1. Do you have a trial period?

A: Yes, we offer a 7-day trial period starting the day you receive the saddle. To learn more about it, please visit our return policy.

2. Do you have a warranty?

A: Yes. Used properly, with sensible care and proper storage, we grant the owners of our Baroque, English and Quantum saddles a total period of 3 years, and 5 years warranty on the saddle tree; we grant the owners of our Treeless Startrekk Line saddles a total period of 2 years warranty on the saddle; we grant the owners of our Western Line saddles (excl. are all Flex Fit models) a total period of 5 years warranty on the saddle, and 10 years on the saddle tree.

3. Do you have a different seat size?

A: We listed all the in-stock saddles on the site. If you'd like to get a different seat size, please feel free to reach out to receive a "saddle arrival" notification or to create a special order(2-4 months).

4. Do you offer price match?

A: Yes, we do. We're very confident that we have the lowest prices across the nation. If you find a lower price for the same model, please let us know and we will match the price for you.

5. Do you offer FREE shipping?

A: Yes! And there is no taxes, no added costs. What you see is what you get. Plus, we provide Norton Shopping Guarantee with your purchase at no cost to you! To learn more about it, please see our shipping policy.

Saddle-Related Questions

1. What type of girth Quantum saddles use?

A: All the quantum saddles are equipped with English girth. To learn more about all types of Quantum saddles, please click here.

2. Can the fenders be substituted?

A: Yes. If you like the saddle but require a different fender length, please let us know.

3. What "WD" stands for?

A: "WD" stands for Western Dressage Seat.

4. How to take care of saddle leather?

A: There're three major steps: Correct storage, Cleaning, and Maintenance. To learn more about it, please click here.

5. What are and unique features of DP Saddlery and its product line?

A: We have a informative blog that talks about all the features in general. Please see the full article here.

Have a different question? Please visit our full FAQ page or contact us at info@saddlecolony.com