Matrix Performance Wool Back Shim Pad - 32"x34"

Matrix western saddle pad with Non-Slip lining and wear leather for extra durability. Matrix pads are made with technology that gives your horse both freedom of movement and the protection it needs to perform at its best.

A western saddle is not padded like, for example, a dressage saddle. When you ride with a western saddle, the cushioning therefore needs to come from a high-quality western saddle pad, as pressure and impact from the western saddle and rider must be absorbed through the pad. Matrix pads are designed based on the latest research and technology, and they have an ergonomic design that gives your horse good protection against unnecessary wear.

Wool Back pad has a highly elastic underside that will also perform after several years of use. This natural Wool Back fleece can absorb up to 80% of its own weight in moisture, and at the same time the material has very good breathability and effectively wicks away heat.

Shim pad is a pad with correction. This means you can adjust the pad so it fits the horse’s back and can help the western saddle sit correctly. A Matrix shim pad has three pockets on each side, and a total of 12 felt shims are included, which you can move around depending on the horse’s needs – the pad can therefore be built up so the saddle can be lifted at the front, in the middle or at the back, depending on whether the horse lacks shoulder muscle, is swaybacked, or needs the saddle lifted at the rear.

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Maintenance:
The Non-Slip underside can be brushed free of hair with a stiff brush and wiped over with a damp cloth. You can also put your Matix pad in the washing machine, but remember to remove the inserts first! To extend the lifespan, you should always hang your pad so it can ventilate when it is not being used – this allows the material to dry if the horse has sweated.

When Matrix material gets cold, it may feel stiff, so we recommend storing Matrix pads and girths at a minimum of 15 C. The material is not damaged by low temperatures, so if it is not possible to store the products in a heated place, that is not a problem.

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Model/Product no.:: 43-87575-BK