Saddle Pads made of Wool
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Saddle Pad 100% Wool
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Saddle Pad 100% Wool
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Saddle Pad 100% Wool
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What is a saddle pad and what is it used for?
The main purpose of a saddle cloth is to protect the saddle from sweat and dirt. To do this, it is important that the material the saddle cloth is made of absorbs sweat well and prevents heat from accumulating under the saddle.
Your horse is well and correctly muscled. Thick pads/linings then interfere under the saddle. Gel or anti-slip pads are only useful for short-term correction and are often only necessary if the saddle does not fit properly or if the panels of the saddle are so hard that the existing pressure damping is not sufficient. With a well-fitting saddle, the saddle cover helps the saddle cushions to distribute pressure peaks.
Why wool? The perfect saddle pad for summer and winter
The chemical composition of wool makes it a naturally outstanding material. It is breathable, moisture-regulating, temperature-regulating and dirt-repellent. All these properties make wool the ideal material horse rugs and saddle pads.
- In winter, the horse is kept warm as the wool stores body heat and forms an insulating layer.
- In summer on the other hand, wool releases excess heat to the outside and promotes air exchange, which prevents overheating and perspiration under the saddle. Wool thus ensures a comfortable and stable climate for the horse all year round.
Can a saddle pad reduce sweating?
A saddle cover can contribute to a better microclimate under the saddle and prevent heat build-up . Heat congestion can be caused by a poorly chosen saddle padthat is not breathable and therefore does not sufficiently dissipate the body heat and sweat from the horse when riding.
This overheating prevents efficient relaxation and regeneration of the muscles, which can lead to tension and pain.
Heat congestion restricts blood circulation, meaning that the muscles are less well supplied with oxygen and nutrients and tire more quickly. In addition, heat can trigger stress reactions in the horse, which can have a negative impact on behavior and health.
To avoid such problems, a well-ventilated and moisture-wicking saddle pad should be used.
Can a saddle pad prevent pressure points?
A saddle pad can reduce pressure pointsto a certain extent, but it cannot solve all problems. First of all, it is important to note that a saddle should never have pressure points. If your saddle has any, it is definitely incorrectly fitted.
The purpose of a saddle is to distribute the rider's weight evenly. This is achieved by the saddle panels, which transfer the weight from the saddle tree to the horse's back and distribute it evenly. They also absorb shocks and vibrations. The saddle panels should be adapted to the individual shape of the horse's back to ensure optimum pressure distribution. Under these circumstances, a horse does not need a thick, shock-absorbing saddle pad.
An incorrectly selected saddle pad can affect the pressure distribution through the panels and lead to pressure points and pain for the horse. This is the case with pads that are too thick or rubber pads that only increase the pressure on certain areas.
A good saddle pad is thin and supports the panels by improving the horse's comfort. We recommend wool as it is sweat-absorbent, improves circulation and helps to distribute pressure. Our saddle pad also has a soft, lump-free wool filling. If you prefer to ride with a hide under the saddle, you can use our pad in addition to the saddle cloth.
I always ride with a rubber pad, can I switch to a saddle pad?
A stabilizing rubber saddle pad is intended to be used temporarily or as a temporary solution to temporarily alleviate problems with an ill-fitting saddle. However, it should not be used permanently as it does not solve the underlying problems but only masks them.
Ideally, a saddle should be fitted so that it sits correctly on the horse's back without additional support or padding. So yes, of course!
What is the difference between a lambskin saddle pad and a wool saddle pad?
Lambskin and wool offer similar benefits in terms of absorbency, breathability and thermoregulation, with lambskin offering greater cushioning but can also be bulkier.
- Virgin wool is more robust and versatile, requires less care and produces less waste during manufacture.
- A virgin wool saddle rug can be easily be put into the washing machine for cleaning.
- Virgin wool is produced by shearing sheep, which is a vital process for all sheep breeds and is good for them.
- In order to produce lambskin the lamb has to die. A lot of lambskin is chemically treated with chrome salts, which is neither sustainable nor kind to nature.
A lambskin saddle pad can be useful for horses with additional padding requirements, but should be used consciously and only in the very best quality .
