saddle pad

Under-saddle protection layer

A saddle pad is a cushioned layer placed between a horse's back and the saddle.

It absorbs sweat, prevents chafing, and provides additional comfort for the horse.

Saddle pads come in various materials and thicknesses depending on the riding discipline: She placed a thick fleece saddle pad under the Western saddle.

tack

girth

Measurement around something

martingale · breastplate · crupper · surcingle · pommel · cantle · gullet · panels · flocking · billets

cushioning

foam

Bubble-filled substance

quilted · memory foam · gel · felt · sheepskin · cotton · polyfill · spongy · plush · softness

horse-comfort

pressure relief

Reducing accumulated stress

support · freedom of movement · circulation · airflow

fit

contour

Bounding line of shape

  • alignmentCorrect relative positioning
  • shapeExternal outline of something
  • sizingDetermining or adjusting dimensions

cutback · close contact · shimming · bridging · rocking · balance · symmetry · anatomical · custom-fit · adjustment

Opposites
presence of equipment/padding between rider and horse

saddle padbareback

Riding without a saddle

bareback riding · unpadded · bridleless · halterless · free riding

Family

pad, saddle, padding, padded, saddled, saddling, saddler, saddlery, saddlers

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G