The Hermès Cavale saddle is first and foremost a story of passion. Brought to life through a partnership with Simon Delestre, it was conceived for the practice of high-level obstacle jumping. Between the most famous manufacturer of harnesses and saddles in the world and the 4th best French rider, no compromises had to be made. One lone objective came out of the fray: offering unequaled comfort as well as a perfect sensation of the obstacle.
Just like the codes of the brand and like every Hermès product, the Hermès Cavale saddle is part of the DNA of the saddlery ateliers at 24 Faubourg Saint-Honoré. A technical virtuosity straight out of Hermès’ saddlery savoir-faire, an unequaled quality of leather as well as artisanal work; all of these are properties that make each Hermès product an objet d’exception, imbued with elegance, fascination, and savoir-faire. First and foremost, Hermès is a story of artisanship. The brand’s famous “piqué” saddle, that remains the most solid reference point used for the artisanal working of leather, remains a unique speciality of the brand. It’s no surprise then that the Hermès Cavale saddle integrates numerous innovations in its artisanal fabrication process, notably, a seat that has no stitches to bring the rider ease as well as an incomparable adherence to the leg.
As it’s possible to personalize a saddle by choosing the type of skin used, the size, as well as the majority of the technical characteristics, Hermès is at the service of the athlete but also of the horse. Hermès’ philosophy is that the rider and the horse form a couple. And so the Cavale saddle is the perfect union between the two bodies in movement since, at Hermès, a saddle is also thought for the well-being of the steed. This is why it’s possible to adapt the saddle to the morphology of the person riding as well as that of their mount. Hermès offers a unique perception of equestrian heritage, a veritable lesson in altruism and authenticity. Coming from one of the most illustrious master harnesser and saddler artisans, the reputed “calèche” logo couldn’t find itself in a better place.
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