{"product_id":"lemieux-essence-dressage-square-cooling-saddle-pad","title":"LeMieux Essence Dressage Square Cooling Saddle Pad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeMieux Essence Dressage Square Saddle Pad\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe LeMieux Essence Dressage Square is a technical dressage-cut saddle pad with a contour quilted soft shell upper, a moisture-activated self-cool lining and a full 3D carbon mesh spine for airflow. It is best for horses in regular schooling, flatwork and competition work whose riders want cooling performance with a clean, athletic finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe soft shell fabric is designed to hug the horse's curves without wrinkling, while the high wither shape reduces pressure and enhances saddle fit. Explore more options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddle-pads\"\u003esaddle pads collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContour quilted soft shell upper\u003c\/strong\u003e shaped to follow the horse's outline without wrinkling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-cool lining\u003c\/strong\u003e woven with cooling fibres that transfer heat away from the skin and wick sweat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture-activated cooling\u003c\/strong\u003e that works harder as the horse warms up under the saddle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull 3D carbon mesh spine\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum airflow along the back\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh wither shape\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce pressure and support saddle fit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElasticated saddle straps\u003c\/strong\u003e, slimmer at the D-ring connection to leave room for extra accessories\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFriction-free binding\u003c\/strong\u003e that contours the edges and helps the pad retain its shape\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSporty rubberised piping\u003c\/strong\u003e for a clean athletic aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatte faux leather girth protection area\u003c\/strong\u003e with embossed logo and hidden girth loop channels\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBranded faux leather tab\u003c\/strong\u003e as a finishing touch\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeMieux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEssence Dressage Square\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDressage-cut saddle pad \/ numnah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUpper fabric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContour quilted soft shell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLining\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft breathable self-cool lining with cooling fibres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull 3D carbon mesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWither\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh wither shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStraps\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElasticated saddle straps, slimline at D-ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGirth area\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte-textured faux leather with hidden girth loop channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEdging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFriction-free binding with rubberised piping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the horse's back and the pad are clean and dry before tacking up.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlace the pad slightly forward on the withers, then slide it back into position so the hair lies flat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet the saddle on top, keeping the pad's high wither shape aligned with the saddle gullet.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePass the elasticated straps around the saddle billets and thread the girth through the hidden girth loop channels at your preferred position.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLift the pad up into the gullet before tightening the girth so there is clearance over the wither and spine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter work, allow the pad to dry, brush off dried sweat and hair, then wash following the care label.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the LeMieux Essence Dressage Square?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a dressage-cut saddle pad from the LeMieux Essence Collection, featuring a contour quilted soft shell upper, a breathable self-cool lining woven with cooling fibres and a full 3D carbon mesh spine for airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the cooling lining work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lining is moisture-activated. Cooling fibres transfer heat away from the skin and wick sweat, so the warmer the horse becomes, the harder the lining works under the saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for a horse with high withers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The pad has a high wither shape that reduces pressure over the wither and helps maintain the fit of the saddle. Always lift the pad into the gullet before girthing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I choose the right size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatch the pad to the length of your dressage saddle flap and the depth of your horse's back. Too small and the saddle will sit near the pad's edge; too large and the pad can bunch behind the elbow. 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