Saddle Pads

Saddle pads provide more than just a stylish accent for your saddle. Saddle pads help protect your valuable saddle from horse sweat and dirt, provide protection for your horse’s back and can be used to adjust saddle fit. Horze Equestrian offers high quality saddle pads designed to fit a variety of saddles and even harnesses by Finntack, Back on Track and B Vertigo. The type and style of saddle pad that a rider will choose is largely dependent on their saddle type and their chosen discipline. Horze Equestrian specializes in distinctive saddle pads that are perfect for showing and schooling. From basic Horze saddle pads to premier show pads from B Vertigo to therapeutic pads from Back on Track, you’ll find an English Saddle Pad that fits the needs of you and your horse.

Types of Saddle Pads

Among the most popular styles of saddle pads are square dressage saddle pads and square all purpose saddle pads. These saddle pads are available in pony sizes designed for saddles under a size 16 and full size, which fits most adult saddles. Saddle pads are measured along the spine and the drop, which measures the saddle pad from the spine to the bottom of the binding. Square saddle pads generally feature a quilted fabric with an outer binding as well as billet straps and a girth loop. Square dressage saddle pads are designed to fit dressage saddles with a longer spine, and a straighter, longer drop to accommodate the design of a dressage saddle. All purpose saddle pads are typically used for not just all purpose saddles, but also most jumping style saddles with a shorter, more forward cut drop and a slightly shorter spine. Jumping saddles with an extremely forward saddle flap may need a specialty saddle pad. Square saddle pads may also feature additional piping as well as other decorative designs such as logo embroidery or crystal accents. Square pads are the shape of choice for dressage show pads, and are also popular with eventers. Show jumpers will generally chose a square all purpose saddle pad, or a fitted saddle pad.

Fitted saddle pads are available in all purpose, dressage, or close contact style designs. Fitted saddle pads are often made of full fleece, or offer a quilted backing with fleece trim for a more close contact fit. Horze Equestrian offers fitted saddle pads featuring cool synthetic fleece trims for a traditional look for show or schooling. Fitted saddle pads are the saddle pad of choice for showing in hunters. This style is also a good choice for riding in hot climates, or with full sheepskin pads to provide a natural support for the horse’s back.

Half pads are designed to fit just under the seat of the saddle without a saddle flap. These half pads are designed to provide additional support and protection for the horse’s back and is typically used with a full size saddle pad underneath. Horze Equestrian offers a variety of half pads including favorites like sheepskin, gel or memory foam. Half pads like memory foam or gel help to absorb and distribute shock from the rider and the saddle and are popular for both dressage and the jumping disciplines. Half pads are also helpful in adjusting saddle fit with the inclusion of shims or risers. Shims can be used to customize the fit of a saddle and are helpful for trainers or riders with young horses whose backs change rapidly as they grow and come into condition. Under pads are also used in conjunction with a regular saddle pad. Anti-slip saddle pads are a great choice for riders with barrel chested horses, or for those who ride in rough and rugged terrain. As the name implies, these saddle pads help to keep the saddle secure and prevent sliding.

Harness saddle pads and fuzzies provide a similar level of support as a saddle pad designed for riding. Horze Equestrian offers quality harness saddle pads by Finntack and Zilco that are designed to meet the needs of modern harness racers. Harness saddle pads are available in a variety of materials and designs including fleece, waffle weave synthetics and gel. Harness pads are available in a wide range of colors and feature hook and loop closures to secure them to the harness. For horses with fit issues, foam padded harness pads can assist with wither clearance. Harness saddle pads provide the highest level of comfort for your horse’s back and allow them to work daily.

Horze Equestrian offers a wide range of saddle pads for riders and drivers of all types. English saddle pads for all disciplines are available in stylish colors and designs by Horze and B Vertigo. For performance horses that require additional support, Back on Track’s far infrared technology soothes sore muscles, joints and ligaments in the horse’s back helping to reduce and heal injuries.