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Cloete Saddles

Being family owned and operated, Cloete Saddles prides itself in good, old-world business courtesies, making our clients’ needs a priority and ensuring the equines that carry our saddles are well taken care of. Our saddles are masterfully crafted to satisfy the unique needs of each individual horse and rider.

Tradition Meets Innovation

With a blend of time-honoured craftsmanship and groundbreaking innovation, Cloete Saddles is a leader in contemporary saddle making. Leveraging years of hands-on experience along with in-depth research and development, our adjustable saddles are unrivalled in both form and function.

Customization and the Creative Process

Cloete Saddles provides personalized service throughout the entire process of identifying a horse’s and rider’s unique needs. From fit and function to aesthetics and special detailing, we’ll help you find your dream saddle package. Take a browse through our custom saddle options and get inspired!

Franco Cloete:
Saddle Maker's Story

Franco Cloete was born and raised under a generous African sun and has been a horseman since a very young age. Over 25 years of intensive saddle research and development has enabled Franco to establish himself as an innovator in the global custom saddle industry. And the R&D never ends…

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Testimonials

I am delighted with my new saddle, it is worth every dollar and I would not hesitate to buy another.
Julie Carter {Reining}
Julie Carter {Reining}Saanichton, Vancouver Island, British Columbia
And thank you for Franco Cloete owner of Cloete Saddles for crafting me the perfect saddle that fits me and my mare perfectly. I was finished compromising fit of horse vs rider. Now I have them Both!!
Christine Tomlin {Mounted Archery/Trails}
Christine Tomlin {Mounted Archery/Trails}Manitoba, Canada
Thumbs up for Cloete Saddles! I have tried a number of different saddles and by far the Cloete Saddle fits my personal horse the best, as it was made for him. I have 3 Cloete Saddles.
Laszlo Klementis {Long Distance -/Endurance rider}
Laszlo Klementis {Long Distance -/Endurance rider} Chilliwack, BC, Canada
Just wanted to reach out and say that I am so impressed with the saddle you made!!! I can’t get over how balanced I am and how easy it is to sit all gaits!!! Even did a roping clinic this summer. I absolutely love my saddle!! It’s the best saddle I’ve ever owned!!!!
Bailey Nickel {Western Pleasure/General Ranching}
Bailey Nickel {Western Pleasure/General Ranching}Northern Alberta
I thought that I had bought a new saddle, but find that I have bought a new horse! I have always considered Topaz to have a 'bumpy' trot, but in the last few days his stride has lengthened and he is so much more comfortable to ride. He can even happily trot downhill, when he used to be slow and tentative at the walk. And for me, the saddle is very comfortable now that you have sorted out the stirrups. A huge than you! I consider myself to be extremely smart to have bought a Cloete Saddle before the become unavailable.
Lucy Collings {Western Pleasure}
Lucy Collings {Western Pleasure}North Vancouver, BC
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