Polypad or shires

[Sanversera]

Shires do a polypad look alike. . Is the polypad much superior.? I must say the embroidery option appeals but I want a good quality quilted comfortable saddle pad for my horse as he is getting older and loosing a little top line. I currently use a sheepskin lined numnah.

 

[Abacus]

As an alternative look at the Lemieux work pad. It has a pleasing squishiness (more to it than just padding, as though it has a gel layer) and is well shaped to fit.

 

[poiuytrewq]

Do they?! I have missed this.
I quite like my HY speed pad. It’s thicker and bigger than my poly pads but nice

Abacus! I love that description “pleasing squishiness” sounds great so am going to look at that too

 

[MuddyMonster]

If it fits with the saddle, I'd stick with the pure sheepskin numnah you are using unless you are having issues with it - sheepskin is really shock absorbing & pressure relieving which is helpful for an OAP losing muscle.

Some gentle but targeted in-hand work can also really help with maintaining and building muscle in a really horse-friendly way too. Ideal for winter when riding might be tricky too

 

[Sanversera]

Thanks all for the replies. I've ordered a le mieux.