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Renaissance is a line of jumping saddles from Prestige Italia, which in recent years has gained one of the strongest groups of representatives in world equestrianism. The model is used by, among others, Martin Fuchs - the current leader of the world show jumping ranking. In this article, we show which international riders use individual Renaissance variants - and which Polish riders promoting Prestige jumping saddles stand alongside them today.
Table of Contents
- What are the differences between Renaissance F, F2, F2S, and M models?
- Who rides in the Renaissance F2S saddle?
- Which stars choose Renaissance F2?
- Why do experienced riders choose Renaissance F?
- Who rides in the Renaissance M saddle?
- Renaissance in Eventing - who chooses this model?
- Summary
What are the differences between Renaissance F, F2, F2S, and M models?
Before we move on to the riders, it's worth distinguishing the models themselves - in the Renaissance line, they differ primarily in the depth and width of the seat and the position they encourage the rider to adopt. Renaissance F is the first model in the series and has the flattest seat in the entire line - created for riders who ride a lot in a half-seat, it is valued for its light, close contact with the horse. Renaissance F2 is an evolution of the F model: the rider maintains the same position, but a higher and straighter cantle and a wider, slightly deeper seat provide greater comfort and stability - this is a model for riders who want to sit deeper in the saddle. Renaissance F2S is, in turn, an evolution of the F2 seat - an even wider seat area provides more space and freedom of movement, without losing comfort, while the other technical features are identical to the F2. Renaissance M, on the other hand, has the deepest seat in this group - it combines close contact with the horse with high comfort and very good grip, valued by riders who want to sit securely and deeply in the saddle while maintaining balance.
Who rides in the Renaissance F2S saddle?
Renaissance F2S is the variant used by Martin Fuchs - one of the most recognizable show jumping riders in the world. The same model is also used by:
- Jana Wargers (Germany) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 S saddle.
- Barbara Schnieper (Switzerland) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 S saddle.
- Michael Cristofoletti (Italy) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 S saddle.
- Oliver Lazarus (South Africa) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 S saddle.
- Katrin Eckermann (Germany) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 S / X-Meredith saddle.
- Antoine Ermann (France) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 S saddle.
- Ilona Mezzadri (France) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 S saddle.
The Polish representatives of this variant are Magdalena Prasek, Małgorzata Ciszek-Lewicka and Aleksandra Lewicka, competing in the same Renaissance F2S model as the world's top riders.
Which stars choose Renaissance F2?
The Renaissance F2 variant is used by, among others:
- Riccardo Pisani (Italy) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 saddle.
- Mark McAuley (Ireland) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 saddle.
- Leonie Böckmann (Germany) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 saddle.
- Harold Boisset (France) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 saddle.
- Leopold Van Asten (Netherlands) - show jumping, Renaissance F2 saddle.
In Poland, Marek Lewicki rides in the F2 variant - he has been promoting the Prestige brand in Polish show jumping for years.
Riders who choose Renaissance F.
The Renaissance F model is chosen by, among others:
- Wilma McMahon (Sweden) - show jumping, Renaissance F saddle.
- Janne Friederike Meyer-Zimmermann (Germany) - show jumping, Renaissance F saddle.
- Nicole Cereseto (Italy) - show jumping, Renaissance F saddle.
- Marlon Modolo Zanotelli (Brazil) - show jumping, Renaissance F saddle.
- Angelica Augustsson Zanotelli (Sweden) - show jumping, Renaissance F saddle.
- Fanny Skalli (France) - show jumping, Renaissance F saddle.
In Poland, this model is also represented by Equishop's show jumping representatives Michał Ziębicki and Anna Szary-Ziębicka, who, along with the Lewicki family, form a recognizable team promoting Renaissance saddles at international and national competitions.
Who rides in the Renaissance M saddle?
The Renaissance M model is used by, among others:
- Hannes Ahlmann (Germany) - show jumping, Renaissance M saddle.
- Riccardo Martinengo Marquet (Italy) - show jumping, Renaissance M saddle.
- Charlotte Mordasini (Switzerland) - show jumping, Renaissance M saddle.
- Robin Naeve (Germany) - show jumping, Renaissance M saddle.
In Poland, the same model was chosen by: Krzysztof Prasek and Hubert Prasek - Equishop representatives competing in Renaissance M saddles.
Renaissance in Eventing - who chooses this model?
- Gaspard Renaud Maksud (France) - Eventing, Renaissance F2 K saddle.
- Thomas Carlile (France) - Eventing, Renaissance F / X-Optimax K saddle.
Summary
- Renaissance F has the flattest seat in this group, F2 is slightly deeper, F2S is a wider variant of F2, and M has the deepest seat.
- Renaissance F2S is the model used by Martin Fuchs - the leader of the world show jumping ranking.
- Renaissance F2 and F connect riders from all over the world with Polish brand representatives: Marek Lewicki, Magdalena Prasek, Michał Ziębicki, and Anna Szary-Ziębicka.
- Renaissance M is the choice of Hannes Ahlmann and the Polish Krzysztof and Hubert Prasek, among others.
- The Renaissance F2 K variant is also suitable for eventing, e.g., for Gaspard Renaud Maksud.
Such a wide range of riders - from Martin Fuchs to Polish equestrian families - shows that Renaissance is a model proven at the highest sporting level. To choose the right variant for your horse, the Equishop team performs professional saddle fitting directly at your stable. And if you cannot come to us, we will come to you - we visit every stable in Poland. See the full offer of Prestige Italia saddles and Prestige jumping saddles.
