Saddle Trees Built for Performance and Comfort
By King USA Saddlery | February 02 2025
When it comes to Western riding, the saddle tree is the heart of your saddle. At Circle Y, we understand that a carefully crafted tree provides stability, durability, and comfort for both you and your horse. From the trail to the arena or out on the ranch, our saddle trees are designed to go the distance.
The Flex2® Tree
Where innovation meets tradition. Designed with a dual-bar system, this tree provides stability while delivering just the right amount of flexibility, giving your horse freedom of movement where he needs it. Unlike other flexible trees that overflex or lose integrity over time, the Flex2® retains its form, ensuring consistent performance for years to come. It’s perfect for trail riders, barrel racers, and arena performance riders seeking a light weight saddle.
Key Benefits:
- Distributes the rider’s weight
- Fits a variety of horse conformations
- Won’t overflex or widen with use
Traditional Wood Tree
For riders who value a traditional tree, the Wood tree delivers time-tested reliability. Ideal for a variety of Western riding styles, you’ll find this tree in select trail, barrel, and high performance events. With multiple fit options available, the wood tree continues to be a favorite among both horses and riders.
Key Benefits:
- Traditional, durable craftsmanship
- Versatile for both trail riding and arena performance
- Proven as an excellent fit for a variety of horses
Fiberglass Reinforced Wood Tree
A fiberglass-reinforced wood tree adds strength and durability to make it ideal for dallying or ponying horses. You’ll find this tree in select trail saddles and our reiners. The added strength offers peace of mind to accomplish all your riding goals with a well-crafted saddle to last through the years.
Key Benefits:
- Engineered for strength and durability
- Versatile for both trail riding and arena performance
- Proven as an excellent fit for a variety of horses
Kevlar® Reinforced
When strength is a non-negotiable, the Kevlar® reinforced tree delivers unparalleled durability. Built to withstand quick dallying, roping heavy bulls, and frequent use in the roping pen or on the ranch, it’s the strongest tree we offer. Kevlar® is five times stronger than steel, meaning you can ride with confidence and peace of mind. Plus, its lifetime warranty against breakage ensures long-term reliability under normal and intended use.
Key Benefits:
- Unmatched strength for roping and ranch work
- Lifetime warranty for ultimate confidence
- Ideal for riders who push their gear to the limits every day
The Finishing Touch
Every Circle Y saddle tree, from Flex2® to Kevlar®, is coated with DURAhide, our proprietary protective finish. This durable layer locks out moisture, preserving the tree’s structural integrity for years to come, even in tough weather conditions. It’s another way we ensure your saddle delivers a lifetime of service.
Each Circle Y saddle starts with a tree crafted to offer the perfect combination of comfort, performance, and fit. Whether you’re a trail rider seeking comfort, a cowboy tackling ranch work, or you’re on the rodeo road, you deserve the best seat in the house.