Mattes Custom Half Pad- All Purpose is rated
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NC12 from
Long Long lasting!
I bought mine 12 years ago from SmartPak and it is still going strong! I have cared for it using the melp soap in the washing machine. sure its not as white as it was but mine has been left in barn tack rooms over the years. Its well used and well washed. I would absolutely buy another
Date published: 2020-01-14
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Raindrop from
Very nice!
My chestnut mare with high withers is much more comfortable when wearing this pad! Very nice sheepskin! Highly recommend!
Date published: 2019-12-26
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Helen from
Big help
Recently treated myself to a new horse for my 75th birthday. He's a big fellow but his Warmblood body has a slightly different configuration from my Pinto. I want a good saddle fit for him. The Matte pad fro SmartPak makes my Bates Isabel fit him perfectly. Don't want any discomfort to tempt him to buck. Deerfield Skyfall moves out with more confidence now that he wears the Matte pad. Because I'm putting the pad above my head to saddle 16.1 Skyfall, I appreciate that it conforms to his shape and doesn't blow off in our North Texas wind before I can get back with the saddle.
It's a bit expensive but with the clear and detailed care instructions I'm sure it will last a long time. Since it's so new I can't evaluate durability but the material feels great and stitches are strong
Date published: 2017-04-04
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Shelly from
Great product and excellent quality
I bought this for my mare and we have been using it for a couple of weeks. She seems very happy and comfortable in it and I love the way her saddle fits her when using this pad. It seems to be very good quality and I plan to buy another to have on hand when I need to clean this one.
Date published: 2017-01-30
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Espia from
Gorgeous in Custom Colors!
I ordered this pad in burgundy with black trim and it is absolutely gorgeous!
My only complaint is that I ordered it in November... and when I still had not received it by February contacted SmartPak to find out where it was - but after contacting them, I received it within a week.
Date published: 2016-02-15
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csheldonm from
My horse is so happy!
I got this pad on a saddle fitter's recommendation and I am so glad I did. My horse is reaching up and using his spine like he never has before. The open, pressure-free center and the sweat-wicking sheepskin are keeping him happy and mobile during the super hot days of summer during our heat conditioning rides. It's a great investment. After three rides, I've already gotten my money's worth.
I said that the durability was excellent but I really have no idea since I've had it less than a week. It runs a little large for my saddle (17in), but that's fine.
Date published: 2015-05-26
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NancyD from
Best saddle pad
My daughter has ridden with a Mattes pads since we purchased two upon recommendation from the dealer when we bought an Amerigo saddle in 2004. From 2004 through 2010 she rode upwards of 5 horses/ponies per day (fewer horses now) - always with her saddle and Mattes pad. We are on the 3rd pad. I believe that washing it in the Melps leather soap, air drying for about a week and then using a wide spaced tooth dog grooming comb very carefully to un matt and fluff the wool has preserved the durability and functionality of the pads. Our pad care program requires that you have two pads but given the cost of the pads I think the effort is well worth it. Just retired the 1st pad bought in 2004. We tried a number of sheepskin pads over the years and they just did not hold up to use and washing like the Mattes pads have .
Date published: 2015-05-13
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khkhs from
Wow!
I've been riding and using half pads for many years. I've never quite gotten the hype about the Mattes pads. My Matrix pad wore out after about a year and a half of being used on only one horse, and I went to the internet to check out reviews. Every review I read about a Mattes was incredible. I took the leap and I'm so happy I did. From the second I swung my leg over my horse, I could feel a difference. It actually felt soft to sit on his back - I can only imagine how it feels from his end! Definitely worth the money. I hope it holds up as well as everyone says! Will be buying another!
Date published: 2015-04-30
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OldMare from
Great Quality
This was purchased to replace a 20 year old Mattes pad used for lessons and personal use. I'm counting on this one lasting as long!
Date published: 2014-05-26
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Juxtapoze from
worth the extra cost
When I bought my new custom saddle, I was quite irked that it was slightly too wide. I fought buying the Mattes half pad for awhile due to its high price tag, but when I received the pad, it was so much nicer than I expected. Saddle fits great now in combo with my Mattes pad. I bought the pad in black and it stays looking clean, doesn't shed or flatten out much at all. I hardly ever need to wash it. My pad was delivered much quicker than the turnaround time given since black was readily available. Well worth the money and it has held up great for almost a year now.
Date published: 2014-04-09