15" to 17" South Bend Saddle Co Woodland Trail 5500

2 reviews

Product Details

South Bend Saddle Co Woodland Trail 5500

One of our customer favorites for fit, comfort, and overall value, the Woodland Trail 5500 is a smart choice for riders who want a dependable trail saddle without overbuying. It delivers the kind of everyday comfort and practical quality that makes it a go-to option for a wide range of riders and horses.

Built for long days in the saddle, the Woodland Trail 5500 offers balanced performance, a secure seat, and a comfortable feel on the trail. Its thoughtful design gives riders support without feeling restrictive, making it a reliable choice for weekend trail rides, pleasure riding, and everyday use.

The front 3-way rigging system allows riders to customize cinch positioning for improved balance and comfort depending on riding style and horse conformation. Combined with quality materials and classic western styling, this saddle is designed to provide lasting performance mile after mile.

Ride Comfort

A well-shaped seat and Cheyenne roll cantle provide support and stability for long hours on the trail.

3-Way Rigging

The adjustable front 3-way rigging setup allows multiple cinch position options to help fine-tune saddle balance and fit.

Durable Build

Constructed on a Steele Equi-Fit wood fiberglass tree with stainless steel rigging for strength and reliability.

Classic Design

Finished with geometric border tooling, copper conchos, and rich color options for a timeless western appearance.

Specifications

Tree	Steele Equi-Fit Wood Fiberglass
Gullet	6-1/4" Medium, 7" Wide (FQHB), 7.5" Extra Wide
Seat Size	15", 16", 17"
Cantle	5" Cheyenne Roll
Horn	Leather Covered
Rigging	Front 3-Way Stainless Steel C Rigging with 2-1/2" Stainless Steel Rear Dee
Skirt	Round; approx. 24.5" (15�16"), 25.5" (17")
Swell	13"
Stirrups	2" Leather Covered
Finish	Chocolate or Mahogany
Weight	Approx. 25 lbs
Tooling	Geometric Border Hand Stamped
Extras	Copper Conchos, Strings

Why Riders Like 3-Way Rigging

A 3-way rigging system gives riders flexibility in cinch placement, allowing the saddle to be positioned more forward, centered, or slightly farther back depending on rider preference and horse build. This can help improve overall balance and comfort on the trail.

Western Saddle Seat Size Calculator

*NOTE FOR CHILDREN OR YOUTH SIZES SMALLER THAN 14" When measuring for a child's Western saddle, have them sit down in a chair. Once seated, use a measuring tape to measure the length of their upper leg from the knee to their rear. The saddle should be about 10% longer than the child's upper leg. For example: If the child's leg measures 9 inches, then the child's Western saddle should be 10 inches.

Please try our new seat sizing tool to find your size

Calculated Seat Size Shown Below

Please select your body shape:

Carrot shaped Tomato Shaped Pear Shaped

Do you prefer a tighter Barrel Fit?

No Yes

Are you fitting for a Tucker Saddle?

No Yes

Calculated Seat Size:

There is a lot of room for personal preference with seat sizing, but as a general rule it is better to error on the side of ordering a seat size that is too large rather than erring on the side of a seat that will be too small.

Things to Consider

Tucker adds 1/2inch to their seat sizes (due to thick seat padding)
16.5� Tucker = 16� normally
Barrel riders usually take 1� less on the seat size
16� Trail Rider = 15� Barrel Rider
Ranch (slick seats) usually ride smaller (1/2inch seat size) so they don�t slide around
16� is for most men, 15� for most women
Trail Saddles with High Cantles (5�) make the seat sizes feel smaller
Trail Saddle with 5� cantle will feel smaller in the seat than one with a 3.5� cantle
English Saddles don�t convert exactly but often are 2� bigger
18� English = 16� Western
Riders with inseams under 30� or 5� tall and under often need custom cut fenders
Tall riders with long legs but lighter weight may need custom cut fenders as well