 The traditional Australian stock saddle was designed for security and comfort in the saddle no matter how harsh the conditions.While having stylistic roots from the English saddle in the design of the seat, panels, fenders, and stirrups, it has a much deeper seat, higher cantle, and knee pads in the front to create a very secure saddle for riders who ride in rough conditions or spend long hours on a horse.The saddle is kept on with a girth attached to billets under the flaps, similar to those on a dressage saddle.