Square All Purpose Saddle Pads

Square dressage saddle pads are the style of choice for most dressage riders and are appropriate for both schooling and showing. Horze Equestrian features stylish and functional square dressage pads by their own brand, B Vertigo and Back on Track. Dressage pads are sized in pony, full and oversized. Pony size dressage pads are designed to fit saddles less than 16.5” while full size pads fit saddles sized from 16” to 18.5”. Horze Equestrian features dressage saddle pads of all sizes so you can always find exactly the pad you need.

Square dressage pads typically feature a quilted fabric with self or contrasting binding and billet straps with a girth Loop to prevent them from slipping. More economical saddle pads tend to feature lighter fabrics and are an affordable choice for daily schooling. Horze offers a number of dressage schooling pads for daily use in a wide selection of colors. Riders wanting more features can find practical, performance-oriented designs like therapeutic fabrics, shock absorbing or air flow inserts, or moisture-wicking fabrics. Of course, dressage saddle pads can add a stylish accent too and Horze Equestrian and B Vertigo offer design details that enhance saddle pads like decorative piping or crystals for flair or fashionable embroidered designs.

Performance fabrics are becoming as popular in dressage saddle pads as they are in rider’s apparel. Modern technical fabrics offer a variety of features that make the ride more comfortable for the horse. One of the most popular types of performance fabrics and designs are those by Back on Track. Back on Track offers a unique ceramic infused fabric called Welltex; this fabric uses the energy from the horse’s own energy to create a far infrared effect. This type of therapy helps to reduce pain and inflammation in the horse’s back. For riders that want to add an extra edge of protection, Back on Track’s dressage saddle pads are also available with Thinline inserts, which provide superior impact and shock absorption without changing the fit of the saddle. These inserts are particularly useful for both performance horses, and for those riders who have back issues of their own. Another useful technical fabric that most horses will appreciate is moisture-wicking and quick dry fabrics. These fabrics help to reduce heat buildup under the saddle.

Riders choosing a dressage pad for showing should always consult their governing bodies’ rulebook. Traditionally, white square dressage pads are the style of choice for showing, although other conservative colors are allowed. Many riders choose a show pad that has a contrasting binding or piping for a slight touch of flair. For schooling, any style or color of saddle pad is acceptable and many riders choose designs and colors that match their ear net, or even styles that match their own riding outfit. Horze Equestrian offers a wide selection of square dressage saddle pads with fashionable designs and performance features that are perfect for everyday schooling and shows.