Now with a New Super Soft Suede Binding and New PU Leather Girth Protection area, the classic Close-Contact cut from LeMieux is designed to fit a wide range of more forward cut jumping saddles. Now one of the most iconic jumping pads with its high wither, elasticated D-Ring tabs and swept back profile . These saddle pads offer a very sleek and professional look to anyone's saddle. The luxurious suede top side and new soft suede binding is complimented by super soft Bamboo lining which absorbs & controls sweat under the saddle and is beautifully comfortable and secure - minimising friction even on sensitive skinned horses. Girth keepers incorporate inner locking loops to offer more girthing options.
There are several attractive colours with more new ones being added seasonally and a selection of new Small/Med pads to accommodate smaller saddles.
The classic Close-Contact cut from LeMieux is designed to fit a wide range of more forward cut jumping saddles. Now one of the most iconic jumping pads with its high wither, elasticated D-Ring tabs, signature teardrop girth protection area and swept back profile. These saddle pads offer a very sleek and professional look to anyone’s saddle. The luxurious suede top side is complimented by new super soft Bamboo lining which absorbs & controls sweat under the saddle and is beautifully comfortable and secure - minimising friction even on sensitive skinned horses. Girth keepers incorporate inner locking loops to offer more girthing options.
The new super soft Bamboo inner lining has extraordinary properties:
Exceptionally soft & light with similar feel to blend of cashmere & silk
Breathable & cool to wear with natural wicking, deodorising & anti-microbial
Often described as having the strength of steel with softness of cotton
Incredibly hydroscopic; controls sweat, absorbing more moisture than pure cotton & polyester fibres
Easy to wash and dries faster than normal lining fabric
Beautiful lightweight cotton square that is half lined with the finest 100% natural Australian Woolmark accredited Merino Lambswool. A lot less bulky than traditional jumping squares, these pads are designed for more forward cut jumping saddles with a stream lined shape to minimise heat build up and weight.
The flexible backing expands and contracts as the horse moves
Dense and soft dynamic wool structure consistantly moulds to the back
Intergral strength of pads make them tough on the rigours of wear and regular washing
Spine is swept up at the wither relieving pressure on the withers
Finer and shorter wool lines the spine to provide comfort and allows air to flow through the pad
The new Swan-Neck design & D-ring straps are suited to most makes of saddle and the strengthened 'tear-drop' signature girth protection area, with double adjustable velcro straps for ease of saddle fitting, cushions & protects the top of the girth and helps prevent slipping, stains and wear & tear.
Ideal for putting competition numbers & logos on.
It's well known there's nothing better for a horses back than natural wool - it promotes blood circulation, is fully breathable, and help to maintain optimum temperature in summer and winter. It regulates humidity, controlling the breeding of bacteria and viruses and prevents bruising, scarring, chaffing and pressure sores.
If washed carefully on a wool cycle (max 30 degrees), or by hand, with LeMieux Wool Wash or non-biological powder or liquid these pads will last for years. Always air dry. DO NOT tumble dry or place directly on a heat source
