Sheepskin pads and BD

[Jo C]

Are there any rules regarding the use of sheepskin or other types of saddle pads in BD, I mean the ones that fit between the numnah and the saddle?

 

[samp]

I beleive that you are allowed to use them?

 

[KatB]

Yep, you are allowedto use them, no restriction I believe

 

[Jo C]

Well I think I have seen people use them but I'm not entirely sure, didn't want to get disqualified or anything!

 

[Jo C]

Thanks KatB!

 

[Tempi]

nearly everyone round my way uses a sheepskin pad over their numnah to compete.

I did when i was using bloss's saddle on Archie as it was too big for him so it padded it out. I dont anymore tho as my saddle is fitted correctly now.

 

[Jo C]

Thanks PG perhaps I need to open my eyes and look at everyone else next time I'm out.

I've never needed to use a pad before but due to lack of dressage saddle at present I've resorted to riding in my old show saddle which is too wide for Patrick so thought if I stuck a pad on it should be ok.

 

[Jo C]

So does anyone have any recommendations for pads?

 

[samp]

If you really need to bulk out then bartyl. If small amount then Griffin Nuumed

 

[Jo C]

Whats bartyl - I've not heard of that? I was looking at Griffen Nuumed and also the Mark Todd back pad but wasn't sure whether that would slip.

 

[Tempi]

ive got a cottage craft one, cost £30, much cheaper than most on the market. It washes really well and stays fluffy when you wash it too.

 

[Jo C]

Thanks PG that sounds ideal, don't want to spend huge amounts on it as my dressage saddle is on order.

 

[CastleMouse]

I have a Shires one and I love it, was great value and is so easy to clean

I used it throughout the hunting season and it survived, even after being plastered in mud at times!

 

[Jo C]

Thanks CastleMouse - another one to look into

 

[zizz]

My Bartyl one is great well worth the £57. Its definately the thickest one out there I've had it for two maybe three years now and it still looks like new.