{"product_id":"thinline-cotton-square-dressage-saddle-pad","title":"ThinLine Cotton Square Dressage Saddle Pad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThinLine Cotton Square Dressage Saddle Pad\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe ThinLine Cotton Square Dressage Pad is a cotton-quilted dressage square with a shock-absorbing ThinLine foam panel built into the topline. It is made for dressage and flatwork riders who want the protection of a half pad without the extra bulk of layering two pads under the saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe thin, breathable, non-slip open-cell foam absorbs impact and dampens rider movement, helping the horse lift through the back and making the aids easier to read. It is best for riders schooling regularly, trainers sitting on several horses a day, and any horse that needs a little shock absorption without changing saddle balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThinLine foam:\u003c\/strong\u003e thin, shock-absorbing, non-slip and breathable open-cell foam that reduces impact and rider motion.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopline panel:\u003c\/strong\u003e the ThinLine panel runs along the topline for targeted protection and to stop the foam shifting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-in-one build:\u003c\/strong\u003e single-unit quilted cotton pad, so no half pad slipping about on top.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine-free channel:\u003c\/strong\u003e contoured wither profile and open spine channel for clearance either side of the spine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrim-to-fit shims:\u003c\/strong\u003e use full, or cut into front, bridging or rear shims, up to three layers for fine-tuning.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColours and cuts:\u003c\/strong\u003e black, white and navy, in dressage square and jumping options.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong life:\u003c\/strong\u003e expected lifespan of 7-8 years with correct care.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThinLine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDressage square saddle pad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOuter material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuilted cotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInsert\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThinLine open-cell foam, topline panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpine length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlap length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5\" - 21\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSaddle compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMost saddles up to 18.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack, white, navy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShim layers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to three\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-year full replacement when care instructions are followed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck your saddle seat size. The dressage square suits most saddles up to 18.5 inches, with a 23.5 inch spine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlace the pad on the horse's back and lift it up into the gullet so the spine-free channel sits clear of the spine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet the saddle on top, checking the ThinLine topline panel lies evenly beneath the panels.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf you are using shims, add them one layer at a time and ride in each stage before adding more, up to three layers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrim shims to shape if needed, using them as full, front, bridging or rear shims.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWash cold in a front-loading washer with the ThinLine material inside out, spin, then line dry away from heat and sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddle-pads\"\u003esaddle pads and numnahs\u003c\/a\u003e to compare cuts and colours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I still need a half pad with this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The ThinLine foam is built into the pad as a topline panel, so it works as an all-in-one and removes the slip and bulk of a separate half pad.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size saddle does the dressage square fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a 23.5 inch spine with a 22.5 inch to 21 inch flap length and is designed to fit most saddles up to 18.5 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it change my saddle fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe foam is thin, and the trim-to-fit shims let you adjust balance in stages. If your saddle fit is borderline, have it assessed by a qualified saddle fitter before adding shims.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I wash it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMachine wash cold in a front-loading washer with the ThinLine material inside out, spin to remove water and line dry away from heat and direct sunlight. White pads may be bleached.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpected lifespan is 7-8 years with correct care, and there is a one-year full replacement warranty when the care instructions are followed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for jumping too?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe same ThinLine construction is offered in a jumping cut. 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