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.
When measuring, make sure you re underneath the bars, not in front of the saddle. A narrow gullet width will keep the saddle perched higher. A wider spread will drop further down on the horse s back. Bar Angle is not often measured but the angle needs to be as close to the angle of the horse s back as possible.