A moveable saddle rack that may be laterally translatable across a trailer, vertically translatable to facilitate user access to an upper saddle seat of the saddle rack, or both laterally translatable and vertically translatable.

A method and saddle rack to hold a saddle is disclosed. In one embodiment the saddle rack employs a pin that can be put through apertures on one end of a connecting rod and base mounted on a vertical retaining wall, or in an alternative embodiment employs a connecting rod that integrally attaches at one end to a front side of a block with hooks on a top and bottom side that attach to a rigid loop on the wall. Supporting wings attach to the other end of the connecting rod and extend upward to support the saddle upside down and to allow for daily storage and cleaning of the underside of the saddle. In one embodiment the pin would be removed, the connecting rod rotated 180 degrees, and the pin would be reinserted to hold the saddle bottom side down for topside cleaning. In the other embodiment one of the hooks would attach the rack to the rigid loop in either of the two cleaning positions or attach to the ridge loop to form a collapsed position.

A movable storage system provides a repositionable storage location for livestock tack, including saddles and blankets. The system is particularly well suited for horse trailers and other types of transport trailers. The system includes a pivotably movable upright panel or wall that is fitted with horizontal storage arms or shelves for supporting various equipment and tack. The system can be repositioned at different angular positions relative to the upright stationary walls of the trailer, as desired. The system includes hinges coupling one side of the storage system to the trailer to provide a vertical pivot axis about which the system is pivotable. Latches are provided to secure the system at a desired angular position within the trailer. Storage compartments and gates may be included with the storage system.

A movable storage system provides a repositionable storage location for livestock tack, including saddles and blankets. The system is particularly well suited for horse trailers and other types of transport trailers. The system includes a pivotably movable upright panel or wall that is fitted with horizontal storage arms or shelves for supporting various equipment and tack. The system can be repositioned at different angular positions relative to the upright stationary walls of the trailer, as desired. The system includes hinges coupling one side of the storage system to the trailer to provide a vertical pivot axis about which the system is pivotable. Latches are provided to secure the system at a desired angular position within the trailer. Storage compartments and gates may be included with the storage system.

A method and saddle rack to hold a saddle is disclosed. In one embodiment the saddle rack employs a pin that can be put through apertures on one end of a connecting rod and base mounted on a vertical retaining wall, or in an alternative embodiment employs a connecting rod that integrally attaches at one end to a front side of a block with hooks on a top and bottom side that attach to a rigid loop on the wall. Supporting wings attach to the other end of the connecting rod and extend upward to support the saddle upside down and to allow for daily storage and cleaning of the underside of the saddle. In one embodiment the pin would be removed, the connecting rod rotated 180 degrees, and the pin would be reinserted to hold the saddle bottom side down for topside cleaning. In the other embodiment one of the hooks would attach the rack to the rigid loop in either of the two cleaning positions or attach to the ridge loop to form a collapsed position.

A combination saddle carrier and storage bin comprising a substantially rectangular box including a lower base portion, and a proximal arched front panel and a symmetrical distal arched back panel, and having symmetrical rectangular side panels which fan upward and away from said lower base portion at about 95 degrees to about 115 degrees with respect to the base portion; and an uppermost saddle-support rail connecting the uppermost regions of said front and back panels, wherein said rail comprises a central groove along which slide adjustable generally triangular-shaped cantle and pommel support pieces, said pieces being temporarily fixable via sex bolts removably inserted into holes equally spaced horizontally along said rail.

A lift system includes a block and tackle pulley system movable along a track and carrying first and second hooks at a common attachment axis. The first hook is attached at a front end of the saddle while the second hook is attached to the back end of the saddle. Once the saddle is lowered onto the horse the inward tension of the hooks caused by the weight of the saddle is released allowing the hooks to be removed from the saddle without human intervention. The lift system accommodates a range of saddle sizes and weights.

A portable saddle rack is provided for improved mobility, set up, storage and transportation features in order to efficiently anchor, receive, secure, and transport saddles, blankets and bridles of many types in a multitude of environments and destinations. The saddle rack preferably includes a bridal hook, a saddle support, a blanket support and adjustable blanket tensioner, and a plurality of hooks configured to removeably latch onto a horizontal structure such as a horse trailer. Embodiments also preferably include a retention line operatively connected to a vertical retention member, where the retention line is adapted to enwrap a portion of a saddle horn when placed upon the saddle rack.

A collapsible, mobile, tack cart capable of storing a saddle, saddle pads, cinches, bedding bail, boots, blankets, buckets, shampoo, brushes, hoof picks and the like.

Disclosed is a Global Positioning System (GPS) location tracking system for equine saddles with battery charging means and/or charging protocols and, optionally, a saddle leasing method that takes advantage of the saddle tracking system. The tracking system may be an equine saddle having a tree, a cantle, a horn, a side, an underside and a saddle covering, a battery powered GPS location tracking module, and battery charging means attached to the structure of the saddle. The module will be adapted to communicate with a remote receiver/monitor, such as one located in a rental agency.