Sellerie Cassou

Horse racing saddlery and expertise in Béarn.

Family workshop in Bénéjacq — Racing and training saddles — Awarded the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant label in 2020 — Best Craftsman of France — saddlery, 1982 — Leather and BioThane bridles — Customers in France and abroad — Family workshop in Bénéjacq — Racing and training saddles — Awarded the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant label in 2020 — Best Craftsman of France — saddlery, 1982 — Leather and BioThane bridles — Customers in France and abroad —

Three members of the Cassou family discussing a saddle in their workshop.

Our history

From saddlery to horse racing.

At the end of the 19th century, a member of the family learned saddlery in Argentina before returning to set up his workshop in Béarn. From harnesses for draft horses and mountain donkeys to riding saddles, and then racing saddles, the craft has evolved with those who practice it. Today, the Cassou family makes equipment for trainers and jockeys in Bénéjacq, in France and abroad.

François Cassou earned the title of Best Craftsman of France in saddlery in 1982. The company's expertise was recognized with the Living Heritage Company label in 2020. In the workshop, these skills continue to be passed down from generation to generation.

Discover the workshop

Explore our collections

Saddles

Jockey equipment: navy jacket, white breeches, helmet and burgundy helmet cover on an ecru background

Jockeys

Brown exercise sheet for racehorses in training and at the races

Horse trainers

Close-up of a leather saddle being held and examined in the Sellerie Cassou workshop.

Saddles designed for the way you ride

The right model, the right weight, the right details.

Carbon-tree racing saddle or training saddle: the choice depends on your discipline, seat size, and desired weight. The workshop relies on its models and can adapt certain details to your needs. Tell us about your project to learn about the manufacturing and customization options.