ComfortStride Donkey/Small Mule Pack Saddle – 18" Bars
Designed for standard donkeys and small mules, this saddle provides excellent load stability while maintaining comfort for the animal. The 18" bar model is ideal for standard donkeys and small mules up to approximately 13 hands. For larger mules, mammoth donkeys, or animals over 13 hands, we recommend stepping up to the 21" saddle for improved fit and weight distribution.
Features:
- 18" wooden bars
- Laser-cut steel arches
- Pivoting bar system
- Designed for panniers or mantied loads
Ideal for:
- Recreational packing
- Hunting trips
- Ranch use
- Burro racing
ComfortStride Pack Saddle®
Floating Bar Setup (Factory Configuration)
Your saddle is shipped with the bars set to float, allowing them to pivot slightly and follow the movement of your animal’s back.
Flat washers are installed to allow this movement.
Fixed Bar Setup
If you prefer the bars to remain fixed, you may tighten them using the NORD-LOCK® washers included.
To secure the bars:
- Remove the flat washers currently installed.
- Install the NORD-LOCK® wedge-lock washers.
- Place the saddle on the animal’s back without a pad and position it properly behind the shoulder blade.
- Tighten the 5/16” pivot bolt.
For a solid fit, an impact drill may be used to tighten the bolt securely.
Once tightened, the bars will remain fixed and secure during use.
CINCH SIZING
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Thoughtful Design. Real-World Input.
The ComfortStride® Pack Saddle was designed with one goal in mind: build a strong, dependable pack saddle that works well for both the packer and the animal.
During development, we sought feedback from experienced packers and outfitters who have spent years working with horses, mules, and donkeys. Their observations helped guide several aspects of the design, including the arch structure, bar configuration, and overall saddle geometry.
The result is a saddle built with practical use in mind—strong where it needs to be, stable under load, and designed to work naturally with the animal.