Weaver Leather Wool Blend Felt Shim Western Saddle Pad - 32" x 32" - Contoured with Removable EVA Foam Shims

Stop struggling with an ill-fitting saddle and give your horse the customized support they deserve for a perfectly balanced, pain-free ride. This Weaver Leather Shim Pad transforms your existing gear into a precision-fit system, ensuring your horse stays comfortable and focused through every mile of the trail or hour in the arena.

Crafted with a premium wool blend felt and a specialized contoured spine, this pad is engineered to follow the natural anatomy of your horse's back while providing superior moisture-wicking properties. By integrating a strategic six-pocket shim system with high-density EVA foam, Weaver Leather offers a professional-grade solution for correcting "bridging" and muscle atrophy, allowing for a more harmonious and responsive connection between horse and rider.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Customizable Six-Pocket Design: Features three pockets on each side with removable EVA foam inserts to precisely target and "build up" areas like the withers or shoulders.
• Standard 32" x 32" Footprint: The industry-standard size for full Western saddles, perfectly fitting skirts between 27" and 30" while maintaining the recommended 1-to-2 inch extension.
• 3/4" Wool Blend Base: Provides a medium-heavy buffer that naturally wicks sweat away from the skin, preventing heat buildup and chafing during intense work.
• Corrective Fit Technology: An ideal solution for senior horses or those with difficult toplines, effectively filling in gaps caused by swayback or prominent spines.
• Shock-Absorbing EVA Foam: Increases total thickness to 1 1/8" in shimmed areas to dissipate jarring impacts and protect the horse’s back from uneven pressure points.
• Contoured Spine Profile: Anatomically shaped to sit up in the saddle gullet, preventing the pad from pulling down onto the withers and ensuring unrestricted movement.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Is this pad suitable for a senior horse with a prominent spine or high withers?
A: Absolutely. The combination of the contoured spine and the customizable EVA shims allows you to fill in hollow areas behind the shoulder or along a swayed back, preventing the saddle from "bridging" and causing painful pressure points.

Q: How do I know if the 32" x 32" dimensions are right for my Western saddle?
A: This pad follows the "1-to-2 inch rule," making it the perfect fit for standard Western saddles with skirts measuring 27" to 30". This ensures the pad extends slightly beyond the front and back of the saddle for maximum protection and weight distribution.

Item Number/SKU: 35-9312-BK