Samshield Spineshield Saddle Pad Swarovski

When tacking up, take the time to smooth the saddle pad out and pull it up into the gullet of the saddle. On a pad built around pressure distribution, every fold takes away from what you bought it for. After the first canter, quickly check whether it still sits evenly on both sides.

This saddle pad works best when your saddle fits well. Shock absorption and pressure distribution do not make up for a saddle that structurally sits wrong: in that case have your saddle checked first. Combine it with boots for jumping or eventing from our range for a coordinated set.

This saddle pad is intended for jumping and eventing riders who work a great deal and intensively and who consider shock absorption and pressure distribution important. It suits riders who deliberately choose equipment designed from the anatomy of the horse, and who at the same time want a discreet finish in the ring.

If you mainly ride dressage, you are better off with a dressage model from our range: this pad was developed with jumping and eventing riders in mind. And if you are looking for a simple quilted pad for daily work in the arena, this is a heavier investment than you need; a basic model from our range is enough for that.

When tacking up, take the time to smooth the saddle pad out and pull it up into the gullet of the saddle. On a pad built around pressure distribution, every fold under the girth or the saddle tree acts as a pressure point.

After the first canter, quickly check whether the pad still sits evenly on both sides and straighten it again if needed.

Which disciplines is this saddle pad meant for?
For jumping and eventing.

What does the shock absorption do?
It helps take up the impact that reaches your horse's back during intensive work.

Why is pressure distribution important?
Because the load of the saddle is spread over a larger surface instead of coming together on a few points.

Does this saddle pad slip under the saddle?
The fit is anatomically optimised and follows the back and the wither, so the pad does not slip or crease.

How does this saddle pad differ from an ordinary quilted pad?
It is designed from research into the biomechanics of the horse, with shock absorption, pressure distribution and an anatomically optimised fit.

Is this saddle pad suitable for competition?
Yes. It is designed for riders working at a high level and has a discreet, neat finish.

Does this saddle pad replace a well-fitting saddle?
No. It supports your horse's comfort, but a saddle that does not fit has to be checked first.

• The Samshield SpineShield is a high-end saddle pad for jumping and eventing.
• It was developed on the basis of three years of research into equine biomechanics and anatomy.
• It combines shock absorption, pressure distribution and stability.
• The fit is anatomically optimised and follows the back and the wither.
• The saddle pad does not slip or crease under the saddle.
• The finish is discreet and technical, in the Samshield style.
• This version is the Swarovski version.