{"product_id":"thinline-western-pro-tech-felt-pad-square","title":"ThinLine Western Pro-Tech Felt Pad- Square","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat is ThinLine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThinLine is a thin, shock absorbing non slip breathable foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe only equine product endorsed by surgeons, master saddlers, riders and veterinarians.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the ThinLine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is sewn onto the panel of all our saddle pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWestern Felt Saddle Pad, the Pro-Tech.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo be a better-balanced rider with a more responsive, sounder horse try ThinLine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSo how does a 3\/16” thick pad of ThinLine stitched onto a 1\/2” thick, wool felt pad make you a better-balanced rider and your horse more responsive and sounder? In a few ways…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thin, Pro-Tech Felt Saddle Pad provides more shock absorption than a 2-inch thick felt pad. ThinLine eliminates pressure points. The needled wool felt pad is soft and flexible, allowing it to fit neatly and comfortably against your horses’ natural confirmation.  Without all that material between you and your horse you can feel each other, but all without the extra movement and “dead” feel of thick pads and gel pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Western felt saddle pad\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thinlineglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/7334-Brown-Trail-close-upJPG-WIDE-1024x683.jpg\" style=\"height: 176px; width: 370px;\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFor the horse.\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis felt saddle pad has a wither-relief cutout which is best for moderate to low or mutton withered horses and a spine-free channel, further reducing the chance of pressure points.  Comfort for the horse is improved even with saddles which are perfectly fitted. The ThinLine also ventilates, across the pad, allowing excess heat to move out from under the saddle.  Most important, to your horse, is how these pads create stability.  Stability creates freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFor the rider.\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pro-Tech saddle pad’s slim design puts you in closer contact with your horse, so your leg can easily drape giving you a seamless feel of his sides.  You’ll notice his back moving more,  but with the extraordinary shock absorption of ThinLine, you will be moving in unison with your mount.  The ThinLine layer sewn onto the pad has a 95% shock absorption rate that spreads impact \u003cem\u003eLATERALLY\u003c\/em\u003e  along the pad. The motion you feel under you as you ride is absorbed by the ThinLine and transferred \u003cem\u003eACROSS\u003c\/em\u003e the pad instead of \u003cem\u003eUP\u003c\/em\u003e into your spine. This shock absorption benefit is being enjoyed by your horse as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the reduced movement of your seat, your balance is easier to keep so “staying” with your horse, even during quick stops and starts, becomes second nature. You sit quieter, and he responds with a relaxed, softback, and freer strides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe Pro-Tech is also a Pocket Correction Pad.\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull saddle fitting shims are available when you select your pad size.  These may be used as is to double your protection or trimmed and stacked to customize. If you prefer to purchase pre-cut shims for the front, bridging or rear please click the below image.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRound skirt\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e29″ total length |14.5″ front drop | 12.25″ rear drop\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSquare\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e31.5″ total length | 15″ front drop | 15″ rear drop\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trailrace Equestrian Outfitters","offers":[{"title":"Round Skirt","offer_id":40014741930065,"sku":"7334-S","price":479.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Square","offer_id":50424381636900,"sku":"7334-L","price":524.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/0963\/7457\/files\/thinline-western-pro-tech-felt-pad-square-saddle-cloth.png?v=1750319326","url":"https:\/\/checkout.theequestrian.com.au\/products\/thinline-western-pro-tech-felt-pad-square","provider":"The Equestrian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}