I have been showing at the Iowa County Fair for 10 years and the Wisconsin State Fair for six years. I am excited to represent Iowa County and canât wait to see everyone at the 160th Iowa County Fair.
There are so many âcorrectiveâ pad options available nowadays, and there are a few different types that serve specific purposes very effectively. The pads we are covering in this article are most focused on protecting a horseâs back and improving saddle fit, which helps narrow the field. The three most useful are foam topped pads (ie Thinline), Sheepskin pads, and shim pads.
A new type of saddle pad to hit the market is the saddle pad with a neoprene bottom in a waffle type pattern. Neoprene is a type of rubber that is waterproof among other benefits. Neoprene bottom pads are water resistant and are quite easy to maintain and keep new looking.