{"product_id":"wintec-raised-back-comfort-pad-saddle-riser","title":"Wintec Raised Back Comfort Pad Saddle Riser","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWintec Raised Back Comfort Pad — Rear Lift for a Balanced Saddle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Wintec Raised Back Comfort Pad is a foam saddle riser pad that adds height at the back of the saddle to help achieve a balanced seat. It is best for riders whose saddle sits low behind, creating pressure points and tipping the rider towards the cantle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from highly resilient shock absorbing foam, the pad is anatomically shaped and includes a moulded chamber for greater spine clearance. It sits between the saddle and the numnah, so it can be added, removed or moved between horses as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear lift:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds height at the back where extra support is needed to balance the saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressure relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps alleviate pressure points and improve horse comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly resilient foam:\u003c\/strong\u003e shock absorbing properties for everyday schooling and hacking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnatomic shaping:\u003c\/strong\u003e follows the natural contours of the horse's back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoulded chamber:\u003c\/strong\u003e greater clearance over the spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e positions under the saddle, over your existing numnah or saddle pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWintec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaised back comfort pad \/ saddle riser pad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly resilient foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShaping\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnatomic with moulded spine chamber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLift position\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear of the saddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse and pony, general purpose, jump and dressage saddles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVietnam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse more saddle accessories in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddle-pads\"\u003esaddle pads collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace your usual numnah or saddle pad on the horse's back in the normal position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLay the comfort pad on top, with the raised section towards the rear of the saddle area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the moulded chamber is centred along the spine before saddling up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the saddle over the pad and lift both pad and numnah into the gullet to keep the spine clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGirth up gradually and check balance from the side — the seat should sit level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRide for a short session first and reassess the balance and any rub marks afterwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a raised back comfort pad do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt adds height at the rear of the saddle when extra height is needed there, helping to achieve a balanced saddle, alleviate pressure points and improve comfort for the horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if I need a rear riser rather than a front riser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the saddle sits low at the back and tips you towards the cantle, a rear riser is the usual choice. If the saddle is low at the front and tips you forward, a front riser is normally more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the pad keep pressure off the spine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — a moulded chamber runs along the centre of the pad to give greater spine clearance, and the anatomic shaping follows the contours of the horse's back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this replace a professional saddle fitting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. A riser pad fine-tunes the balance of a saddle that already fits reasonably well. If the fit has changed or your horse has altered shape, book a qualified saddle fitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I still use a numnah with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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