We tested top road, gravel, mountain, and comfort saddles—plus the fit tips that prevent numbness, chafing, and hot spots so you can ride longer.

Modern saddles provide new options for tree type, with the goal of sparing a horse pain from localized saddle pressure. But new Swiss research suggests that, at least when a horse trots, tree type ...

A well-fitted saddle should enable you to get the most out of your ride, whether that’s sustained power efforts, riding for days on end or getting you to the trailhead, you should be able to do all of ...