Posted by admin | Posted in tack | Posted on 09-12-2010
Tags: baby, blanket, electric, pad, pad blanket, pad blanket horses, pet's pad blanket, saddle pad blanket, sewing
Can I make my own saddle pad?
I want to know if it is a good idea to make a saddle pad. Right now I only have this dinky little blanket that is probably very uncomfortable for my horse.
Anyways, how would I do it? What type of material should I use? Couldn't I just buy some wool and cover it with material? I also have a saddle fitting issue, could getting a thick saddle pad help?
I can afford one, I would rather make it for a project.
A saddle pad can never fully compensate for a poorly fitting saddle. If the saddle fits properly, you won't need a thick pad to keep him comfortable. You can get a simple shaped fleece pad or a square quilted pad for pretty cheap, and that's all you should ever need.
Saddle fitting is something you shouldn't skimp on. It's like someone asking you to wear shoes that don't fit right and saying that thicker socks will cure the problem. Your feet will hate you in the end for wearing them, and your horse's back isn't going to be happy with you after riding in a saddle that doesn't fit. Just ride bareback or borrow a saddle until you can buy a saddle that fits properly.