Kentucky Saddle Pad Velvet

This pad suits daily schooling as well as competitions where you want to ride in a well-turned-out set. If you want a fully coordinated look, combine it with other velvet items from the same range.

Lay the pad straight on the back and pull it well up into the wither when you tack up, so the lining lies flat against the back without folds. Velvet holds hair and dust more easily than a smooth woven fabric: brush or shake the pad out after every use and let it air dry before you store it. That way the fibre keeps its look and the filling keeps its resilience.

Choose this saddle pad when a well-turned-out, elegant appearance matters to you and you also want a breathable lining for your horse's comfort. It is intended for regular, intensive use.

If you mainly work in muddy or wet conditions, or if you want a pad you can put in the wash almost daily, a more simply finished cotton model from our range is more practical: velvet asks for a little more attention in care. If you are looking for markedly more padding under the saddle, look at a thicker padded model.

Lay the pad straight on the back and pull it well up into the wither when you tack up, so the lining lies flat against the back without folds. Secure it with the girth loop.

Velvet holds hair and dust more easily than a smooth woven fabric. Brush or shake the pad out after every use and let it air dry before you store it: that way the fibre keeps its look and the filling keeps its resilience.

What is velvet and why do riders choose it?
Velvet is a soft fabric with a deep, rich appearance. Riders choose it for a more elegant look than a classic quilted pad gives.

Is this saddle pad breathable?
Yes. The lining is breathable and moisture-wicking and draws perspiration away, so the back stays drier.

Does the saddle pad stay in place?
The anatomical fit follows the topline, which keeps the pad stable in place and limits pressure points.

Why does this saddle pad have no billet strap keepers?
That is a deliberate design choice for a clean, professional line under the saddle. The pad does have a girth loop.

Is this saddle pad suitable for daily use?
Yes, it is conceived as a durable pad that can take intensive use.

How do I care for the velvet top layer?
Brush or shake the pad out after use and let it air dry. Velvet holds hair and dust more easily than a smooth woven fabric.

Can I combine this with other items?
Yes, the pad is meant to be combined with other velvet items from the same line for a coordinated set.

• The Kentucky Velvet is a saddle pad with a velvet-soft top layer.
• The lining is breathable and moisture-wicking and draws perspiration away.
• The anatomical fit follows the topline and helps limit pressure points.
• The pad stays stable in place under the saddle.
• There are no billet strap keepers, which gives a clean line; there is a girth loop.
• The pad is suitable for intensive use, in training and at competitions.
• It can be combined with other velvet items from the same line.