Ghost Lipica Classic monoflap saddle

Ghost Lipica Classic monoflap: treeless saddle for dressage

The Ghost Lipica Classic monoflap is a treeless saddle in the dressage style, featuring long flaps and a single-panel construction. It is a model worth considering for riders who primarily do flatwork and are looking for a setup designed for a more extended leg position.

The adjustable leg supports, the narrow twist seat, and the configuration options for the panels allow the setup to be assessed according to the rider’s proportions and the horse’s conformation.

What activities is the Ghost Lipica Classic suitable for?

The Lipica Classic is designed for dressage and flatwork, from daily lessons to more in-depth work in the arena.

The long flaps support a more extended leg position than the one generally used with short stirrups. For this reason, the Lipica has a different setup from the Ghost Italy Classic, which has a very forward flap and is also designed for activities that include small amateur jumps.

If you are instead looking for a saddle to use alternately in the arena and on trail riding, you can compare the Lipica with the Ghost Torino Classic.

What distinguishes the monoflap construction?

The Lipica Classic monoflap has a single flap, rather than a double-flap construction.

This solution changes the thickness between the rider’s leg and the horse’s side and may offer a feeling of more direct contact. The preference between a monoflap and a double flap remains individual: monoflap construction alone does not guarantee greater precision of the aids.

The seat has a narrow twist, which should be assessed together with the seat size, the rider’s proportions, and the position of the leg supports.

How should the leg supports be chosen and adjusted?

The Lipica Classic features adjustable leg supports, designed to provide a reference point for the thigh during flatwork.

The technical descriptions for the Lipica family indicate supports attached with Velcro, which can be repositioned according to the rider’s build and riding style . Several solutions are also described: thinner supports, more pronounced supports of different lengths, and the option to remove them to create a flatter flap.

The shapes and sizes that can actually be ordered must be verified among the options available for the Lipica Classic monoflap. Not all configurations described for the Lipica family are necessarily available in every version.

The selected support should follow the leg’s position without forcing it to maintain an unnatural angle. A larger support is not automatically more suitable for a rider seeking greater stability.

Is the hidden pommel available?

The Lipica Classic offers an optional hidden pommel, worth considering for those who want to maintain a traditional English aesthetic and a more discreet front profile.

The options that can actually be selected depend on the version and configuration chosen: check the configurator for those available for the Lipica Classic monoflap.

Choosing the pommel does not replace checking the seat size and the saddle’s balance on the horse.

How should the base, panels, and inserts be chosen for the horse?

The Lipica uses a treeless Ghost structure with interchangeable and positionable panels. The configuration should be assessed by considering the horse’s back conformation, withers, available weight-bearing surface length, and the saddle’s balance with the rider mounted.

Depending on the available options, panels of different thicknesses and any inserts can be considered to refine the support and overall balance.

Front inserts are not an automatic solution for a horse with high withers. The panel contact, clearance along the spine, and load distribution in the complete configuration must be checked.

The ability to replace or reposition the panels does not mean that the Lipica is automatically suitable for horses with short backs, prominent withers, or conformation that changes over time.

What is the difference between Flex, Semiflex, and Standard?

The Lipica Classic monoflap configurator lists the base options Flex, Semiflex, and Standard.

These are configuration alternatives to be assessed according to the horse, the rider, and the intended use. The choice should not be made solely based on the option’s name or by assuming that the most flexible version is always the most suitable.

To identify the appropriate configuration, it is necessary to consider the horse’s back conformation and check the balance of the complete saddle with panels, any inserts, and the rider.

What seat sizes are available?

The Ghost Lipica Classic monoflap is available in the following sizes:

• Child: 16″ / 40 cm
• Small: 16.5″ / 42 cm
• Large: 18″ / 46 cm

The size should be chosen by considering the rider’s proportions and checking that it allows an appropriate leg position in relation to the long flaps and supports.

The listed weight for the model is 4.4 kg. Before ordering, check the features and options of the selected setup.

How can the Ghost Lipica Classic be customized?

The Lipica Classic monoflap is handcrafted in Italy and can be configured by choosing the seat size, base, materials, colors, and finishes, in addition to the technical options available for the model.

To assess aesthetic combinations, consult the EquiSaddle guide to colors and textures.

If you are looking for a different seat and leg-support setup, you can compare the Lipica Classic with the Ghost Lipica C. The choice between the two models should be made by considering their respective construction features and the rider’s preferences, not just their appearance.

Do you have questions about the size or configuration?

Before ordering, contact EquiSaddle to assess the available options according to your horse, your proportions, and the intended use.

If you would like to directly assess the feel of the seat and the configuration on your horse, discover the Try a demo saddle service.