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This will offer even more relief than a contoured pad, making it a suitable choice for high-withered horses who need more clearance.Ĭutback saddle pads have a section cut away from the withers to provide full wither relief. They can also be a good choice for horses with normal wither definition.Ī cutout saddle pad has a "cutout" at the top where the horse's withers would be, but it is still connected in the front. This is a great choice for high-withered horses or sway-backed horses who need clearance.Ī straight saddle pad has little to no curve at the front, making it suitable for horses with round or mutton withers or flat-backed horses. The shape of the front of the saddle pad should be considered when choosing a new pad as some pad shapes may be better suited for different horse conformations.Ī contoured saddle pad has a higher front to relieve pressure from the withers. To measure a saddle pad, measure along the spine to get the length, then measure from one side, across the withers, and down to the other side to get the drop.

A pad that is too small will provide insufficient coverage, while a pad that is too large may impede motion. As a general guideline, it is best to add about 2-3” to the length of your saddle (front to back) to find the correct size pad. Next, we need to address pad size and how it will fit with your saddle. Round saddle pads are also a good choice for short-backed horses. Round or barrel-shaped pads are a great option if your saddle has a round skirt to eliminate excess material, thereby freeing up the horse's movement and reducing heat. In most western disciplines such as barrel racing, roping, reining, cutting, and western pleasure, a square-shaped pad is most common to accommodate saddles with square skirts.

General Guideline is about 3 fingers between your thigh and the swell.Once you are sure that your saddle fits adequately, the easiest step is to pick a general shape for your pad.

Tall riders with long legs but lighter weight may need custom cut fenders as well

Riders with inseams under 30” or 5’ tall and under often need custom cut fenders.

English Saddles don’t convert exactly but often are 2” bigger.

Trail Saddle with 5” cantle will feel smaller in the seat than one with a 3.5” cantle

Trail Saddles with High Cantles (5”) make the seat sizes feel smaller.

Ranch (slick seats) usually ride smaller (1/2inch seat size) so they don’t slide around.

Barrel riders usually take 1” less on the seat size.

Tucker adds 1/2inch to their seat sizes (due to thick seat padding).

There is a lot of room for personal preference with seat sizing, but as a general rule it is better to error on the side of ordering a seat size that is too large rather than erring on the side of a seat that will be too small.