I'm looking for some saddle panniers that are not huge like most of those I see for sale. I would like them to ride a lot higher too. I would use these for packing meat which is plenty dense when boned - so the big bags that hang down low (like Trail Max packs) aren't really what I'm after.

Does anyone know of anything currently made or a good custom maker?

FWIW, my horses are only about 14 hands (hafliners) and pretty barrel chested.

Thanks,
Brent

A canvas tent maker could sew the bottom shorter or make them to your spec. Try Buckstitch Canvas in Cody, Wy

I have some I bought from Country Supply. They have worked well for me. The saddle pannieers don't seem like they are as sensitive to weight balance as standard pack trees are. I can't remember where, but Country Supply is in Ia.

All you really need is a good sewing machine. I had my wife make me some out of nylon. A lot less bulky than the commercial ones, I've seen
Grizz

what type of pack saddle do you use? I'd use utah panniers to pack out meat if I used a pannier. I usually mantie the meat, then you can hang it as high or low on the saddle as you want.

I like to use nylon instead of canvas. The canvas seems to rot out quicker. With the nylon you can just wash them and put them away. I like Davis Tent and Awning.