It allows for this due to the attached half pad. In order to evaluate your horse's saddle area, simply send us a picture of it viewed directly from the side and standing all four limbs equally with his head in normal position. Kathleen Was this review helpful to you? It's like sitting on a cloud but at the same time you can still feel the horses muscles move underneath you it still feels like bareback riding. Designers deliberately decided against including stirrup attachments as standing in stirrups would lead to pressure points. Therefore, it can sometimes be necessary to insert an additional piece of rubber or dense foam in parts of the pad: i.
The design of the pad incorporates a sturdy nylon grab handle, and D-rings for attaching bags. Velcro straps along the topline attach to your saddles d-rings. The sheepskin glides over the horses coat eliminating potential rubbing under the cantle. Finally, pull it back into shape. The two English billets with the connector pad that slides off the billets is a pain for this traditional Western rider.
Pressure absorbing foam inserts included with pad can be removed through an easy Velcro opening. It is important that the saddle lays level on the horse when viewed from the side, meaning that front and rear gullet should be at the same height. The upper side is made from microfiber which ensures good grip for the rider. Both my horse and mule have weird coats and the neoprene slips more than a normal saddle pad. I I am so glad that I was able to discuss what type of pad I needed for my Barefoot Tahoe because I did not have a clue which one would be best. The Physio Pad system offers additional clearance and lift over the spinous processes of the thoracic vertebrae and consists of 2 components which absorb pressure, and connect securely with Velcro.
It is very well padded for the horse and contoured in the wither. Also for horses that have visible spinal processes and badly muscled backs. I would love it even better if it didn't have the non-slip underside as I cannot believe it is 100% comfortable to the horse, but I just put a thin pad between it and my horse and carry on. I also use an all-purpose English pad under my Physio, as my horse is sensitive to the grippy material. Was this review helpful to you? The pad is super pricey and not 100% what I had hoped for.
All Physio pads are shaped to accommodate the horse's spine and offer ideal pressure absorption and distribution. Suitable also for older horses. The girth straps are concealed and they are mounted centrally on skirts. But regardless, I prefer this bareback pad over my saddle. Specifically recommended for very slender riders and heavy riders. I prefer riding bareback but it was uncomfortable for both of us.
If I had it to do over I would not get the physio inserts. Inserting the foam inserts give additional protection to your horse's back and ensures clearance from the spine. Lower part: This pad is anatomically cut, made of quilted cotton and is thinner under the upper thigh for a close leg contact. The properties of the Sympanova material on the pad's underside makes the pad non-slip, while the upper side is made of microfiber. On some horses the Barefoot saddle can be used with a pad without additional pads inside. The jumping-style shape Conclusion I'd reccomend this pad especially the physio option if you like riding bareback and want be easier on your horses back while doing so.
The underside has an additional padding. Upper part: The top layer is made of a quilted cotton fabric with a felt underside, poly fleece inside and a foam layer on top to help keep the saddle in place and supply additional pressure absorption. You're not supposed to use it every day of for hours on end. It doesn't dig into the horses wither, in fact, it has some clearance probably not on high wither horses!! Pad Measurements: Length - 26. Keeps you from sliding around on the pad, and the pad doesn't move on the horses back at all. Was this review helpful to you? With most bareback pads, the girth attachment runs straight across the back and puts pressure on one or two of the spinous processes.
Barefoot Physio Pad available in different shapes and colours for all Barefoot saddle models. The seat is well padded for the rider and is covered with a suede like fabric, which helps you stay put. The Physio Pad system offers additional clearance and lift over the spinous processes of the thoracic vertebrae and consists of 2 components which absorb pressure, and connect securely with Velcro. I thought I could remove the pockets and take it for a quick ride without. Was this review helpful to you? All Physio Pads are shaped to accommodate the horse's spine and offer ideal pressure absorption and distribution. Please do not dry it over a radiator. Machine washable at 30 degrees, 1 pair of 15mm foam inserts are included with this saddle pad.
This section is attached with Velcro® and the pad is provided with 2 different sets of inserts. This Barefoot Physio Ride-On Pad has V-girthing with fleece-lined Billet Patches which works to distribute pressure along the entire pad. Other than that, I am extremely pleased with the product and price. This is so you can choose the correct size for your horse. Was this review helpful to you? Pressure absorbing foam inserts included with pad can be removed through an easy Velcro opening. Barefoot Ride-On Bareback Pad Riding without a saddle is now possible without harming your horse! The representative was very helpful. In order to evaluate your horse's saddle area, simply send us a picture of it viewed directly from the side and standing all four limbs equally with his head in normal position.
As I said it doesn't replace a saddle, but it's great fun to ride in it from time to time. Was this review helpful to you? I would have given five stars if the pads were inserted prior to arrival - instead, it took me quite some time to finally get them inserted and fit properly. Every ride since has been better. A fairly short dressage girth is needed because of the side pads that are part of the girthing system. This system offers additional clearance and lift over the spinal processes of the thoracic vertebrae and consists of two components which are pressure absorbing and are connected securely via velcro. The Barefoot Physio Bareback Pad comes with the two sets of inserts to provied extra back and wither clearance. They therefore distribute pressure over the whole pad area.