GEN II® Bayou Plantation

GEN II® Bayou Plantation trail saddle (suggested retail, $1,795), from Tucker Trail Saddles, combines traditional looks with several high-tech materials designed to provide day-long comfort for both horse and rider. Features include ventilated seat leather, a gelcushioned seat and pad system, adjustable rigging, 100 percent virgin wool lining, ergonomically designed stirrups and a self-adjusting, carbon-reinforced tree. The same technologies are also available in several Western and endurance style saddles. Call (800) 882-5375 or go to www.tuckersaddles.com.

Saddlelights Safety Kit

See and be seen in the saddle after dark with a Saddlelights Safety Kit (suggested retail, $115), from Annie’s Equestrian Safety Gear. Included is a white “headlight” that fits into a leather pouch that can be mounted on a horse’s breast collar, a red flashing light with straps for mounting to the cantle of a saddle and five AA batteries. Call (800) 686-0590 or go to www.saddlelights.com.

Centaur™ Lexus Saddlebag Packs

Made of dirt-repelling canvas with leather trim and matching stitching, the Centaur™ Lexus Saddlebag Packs (suggested retail, $89.95), from English Riding Supply, also feature a lightly padded lining to protect the contents, with contoured flaps and adjustable closures. Call (866) 569-1600 or go to www.englishridingsupply.com.