Does my horse need a half pad?
It’s always important to have a saddle that fits your horse correctly—for safety, comfort and performance. Adding a half pad underneath the saddle with some extra cushion will fill up the space between your horse’s back and the saddle, and lead to a more snug (and much more comfortable!) fit.
Can you use just a half pad?
Well-Known Member. The proper use for them is pretty much the same as a prolite pad – on top of a numnah to improve the fit of the saddle. It is perfectly acceptable to use them if your horse actually needs to wear one but a lot of people don’t realise the damage they can do by using them just because they look good.
What are gel half pads for?
Half pads, gel pads and risers will all help to stabilise and temporarily improve the fit of your saddle, while increasing your horse’s comfort. They also provide added cushioning beneath the saddle for your horse’s back.
Are sheepskin half pads good?
Two downsides to sheepskin and wool half pads are their high cost and their care-intensive nature. However, choosing to put a sheepskin half pad under your saddle can be a good move for a variety of horses without specific conformational needs, especially if your saddle is a touch too wide.
Why do people use a half pad?
If you are an English rider, you have probably used a half pad or considered its potential benefits for your horse. Placed atop a full English pad, these versatile pads are used to add cushioning between your saddle and your horse’s back, and some can even be adjusted to alleviate minor saddle fit issues.
Which half Pad is the best?
10 Best Half Pads (With In-Depth Reviews)
- #1 Kavallerie 3D Air-Mesh Fleece Half Pad (WINNER)
- #2 Lami-Cell Memory Foam Half Pad.
- #3 ECP Equine Comfort Products Correction Half Saddle Pad.
- #4 Fleeceworks Half Pad Classic.
- #5 Mattes Gold All Purpose Correction Half Pad.
- #6 Horze Harleigh Sheepskin Rising Pad.
What is a Shimmable half pad?
Correction or “Shimmable” Half Pads Shims are additional inserts that make the half pad thicker to fill in gaps between the saddle and the horses back. Has a full sheepskin lining for ultimate comfort and a multitude of inserts to create that perfect fit for your horse.
