Half Pads

Half Pads

Half pads are designed to fulfil specific functions, in contrast to regular saddle pads. They can provide shock absorption, compensate for ill-fitting saddles, raise the saddle or improve grip in cases where the saddle tends to slip.
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Horze Fur Half Pad
RRP -13%

Horze Fur Half Pad

€34.95
RRP: €39.95
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Horze Harleigh Gel Pad with Lambskin Lining
RRP -21%

Horze Harleigh Gel Pad with Lambskin Lining

€149.00
RRP: €189.00
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Horze Memory Foam Pad with Faux Fur
RRP -60%

Horze Memory Foam Pad with Faux Fur

€21.98
RRP: €54.95
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LeMieux Wither Relief Memory Foam Half Pad

LeMieux Wither Relief Memory Foam Half Pad

€111.95
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Horze Memory Foam Contour Pad
RRP -8%

Horze Memory Foam Contour Pad

€59.95
RRP: €64.95
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X-Grip Twin Sided Half Pad

X-Grip Twin Sided Half Pad

€191.75
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Horze Harleigh Sheepskin Rising Pad with Spine free
RRP -16%

Horze Harleigh Sheepskin Rising Pad with Spine free

€99.95
RRP: €119.00
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Horze Harleigh Sheepskin Correction Pad
RRP -13%

Horze Harleigh Sheepskin Correction Pad

€129.00
RRP: €149.00
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LeMieux Prosorb Lambswool Halfpad 3 Pockets

LeMieux Prosorb Lambswool Halfpad 3 Pockets

€154.00
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Horze Harleigh Gel Pad with Lambskin Trim
RRP -28%

Horze Harleigh Gel Pad with Lambskin Trim

€99.95
RRP: €139.00
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Eskadron Saddle Pad LAMBSKIN

Eskadron Saddle Pad LAMBSKIN

€104.95
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Cavalleria Toscana Jumping Half Pad
RRP -20%

Cavalleria Toscana Jumping Half Pad

€140.00
RRP: €175.00
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Kentucky Horsewear Anatomic Half Pad Absorb

Kentucky Horsewear Anatomic Half Pad Absorb

€109.99
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Kentucky Horsewear Absorb Half Pad

Kentucky Horsewear Absorb Half Pad

€159.99
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Eskadron Saddle Pad ANTI SLIP

Eskadron Saddle Pad ANTI SLIP

€44.95
Kavalkade KavalTop Vario Rounded Insert

Kavalkade KavalTop Vario Rounded Insert

€12.20
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Eskadron Saddle Pad PRO BALANCE

Eskadron Saddle Pad PRO BALANCE

€64.95
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Kentucky Horsewear Absorb Sheepskin Half Pad Kentucky Horsewear Absorb Sheepskin Half Pad

Kentucky Horsewear Absorb Sheepskin Half Pad

€194.99
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Weatherbeeta Memory Foam Shimmable Half Pad

Weatherbeeta Memory Foam Shimmable Half Pad

€85.00
Kentucky Horsewear Sheepskin Anatomic Half Pad Absorb

Kentucky Horsewear Sheepskin Anatomic Half Pad Absorb

€144.99
Acavallo AC-Grip System & Memory Foam Half Pad Acavallo AC-Grip System & Memory Foam Half Pad

Acavallo AC-Grip System & Memory Foam Half Pad

€137.00
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Weatherbeeta Memory Foam Comfort Half Pad

Weatherbeeta Memory Foam Comfort Half Pad

€55.00
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LeMieux Lambskin Half Pad

LeMieux Lambskin Half Pad

€118.95
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Christ Ultra Half Pad

Christ Ultra Half Pad

€109.00
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Acavallo Gel Seat Saver Gel Out 10mm for Jumping Saddles Acavallo Gel Seat Saver Gel Out 10mm for Jumping Saddles

Acavallo Gel Seat Saver Gel Out 10mm for Jumping Saddles

€99.00
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Christ Edge Ultra Half Pad

Christ Edge Ultra Half Pad

€139.00
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Karlslund Gel pad

Karlslund Gel pad

€63.36
Kavalkade Saddle Pad Kaval-Top

Kavalkade Saddle Pad Kaval-Top

€44.00
Kavalkade Jumping Pad

Kavalkade Jumping Pad

€25.90
Pro-Sorb Lambskin Half Pad

Pro-Sorb Lambskin Half Pad

€139.95
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Eskadron Saddle Pad CLIMATEX TRAPEZ

Eskadron Saddle Pad CLIMATEX TRAPEZ

€52.95
Eskadron Saddle Pad GEL ANTI SLIP

Eskadron Saddle Pad GEL ANTI SLIP

€84.95
Christ Half Pad with Edge

Christ Half Pad with Edge

€139.00
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Acavallo Gel Rear Riser, Clear

Acavallo Gel Rear Riser, Clear

€75.00
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Karlslund Gel pad w/ front riser

Karlslund Gel pad w/ front riser

€76.16
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Christ Half pad kombi with border

Christ Half pad kombi with border

€139.00
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Wintec Half Comfort Pad, Front
RRP -30%

Wintec Half Comfort Pad, Front

€41.96
RRP: €59.95
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Christ Halfpad

Christ Halfpad

€109.00
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Harry's Horse Merino riser pad full

Harry's Horse Merino riser pad full

€84.95
Kentucky Horsewear Half Pad Impact Equalizer Kentucky Horsewear Half Pad Impact Equalizer

Kentucky Horsewear Half Pad Impact Equalizer

€159.99
Acavallo Twin Sided Gel Pad Jump

Acavallo Twin Sided Gel Pad Jump

€159.90
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X-Grip Silicone Half Pad

X-Grip Silicone Half Pad

€97.95
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A choice of half pads in different materials 

The most common type of half pad is probably the sheepskin pad. It provides a shock-absorbing and back-protecting effect.

Gel pads are used to compensate for unevenness in the saddle or to make a saddle that does not fit perfectly more comfortable for the horse. For example, this can be achieved by choosing a half pad that raises the rear part of the saddle.

Anti-slip pads made of neoprene or with rubber coating keep the saddle in place. This may be necessary for horses with less pronounced withers.

In general, half pads have one thing in common: they should distribute the pressure from the saddle evenly over the entire horse's back, thus relieving the pressure on the horse. We stock half pads from leading brands such as Lemieux, Weatherbeeta and Acavallo.

The half pad lies between the horse's back and the saddle. It is designed to protect the horse's back by distributing the pressure of the saddle and rider evenly. It can be made of thick woollen fabric, sheepskin, gel or foam. At the same time, there should not be too much material between the saddle and the horse's back, to ensure that the fit of the saddle is not negatively affected. Western riders usually use Western pads made of a thick woollen material. These pads are very large and therefore fit western saddles well.

In general, the pad should lie on the horse's back over a large area in order to be able to distribute the pressure as widely as possible. The material must be thin but shock absorbing and soft. In addition, it should be soft enough to fit snugly to the horse's back.

Half pads are available in various designs. They can be made of sheepskin, have gel padding or replaceable panels, be filled with air, or offer front or rear elevation. 

Ultimately, they all serve to correct minor flaws in the fit of your saddle and to reduce the pressure on the horse's back by distributing it comfortably.

This helps you to adjust your saddle a little better, for example when your horse is in the growth phase or is being retrained after a break. 

Half pads come in a choice of styles. Choose one based on the function you'd like it to fulfil. For example, if you want extra shock absorbing properties or to distribute the pressure of the saddle and rider better on the horse's back, gel pads are excellent. The gel in this type of pad spreads under the saddle and compensates well for minor fit issues.

Sheepskin offers excellent breathability, as the natural material absorbs moisture well and provides good ventilation. At the same time, a sheepskin pad also offers a shock-absorbing effect.

You can also choose a riser. These are half pads that have inserts at the front or rear to slightly raise your saddle and keep it more level. It is best to think about what you want the half pad to achieve before buying it, then choose based on that.