At Best Ever Pads, we get a lot of phone calls asking: “What is the right pad for my horse?” With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Ryan and Tammy White have created each pad collection with your horse in mind. No matter their body style or conformation, you are sure to find the perfect fit for each of your horses in a Best Ever Pad.
Today, we are helping you find the correct pad for an older horse. As your horse ages, they require additional support around their back and withers to avoid saddle sores and discomfort.
With older horses who have normal withers, we recommend the Kush pad, part of the Kush Collection.
The Kush pad comes in various thicknesses, including 3/4″, 1″ and 1 1/4″. It is made of 100% high quality washed and pressed wool that helps evenly distribute weight and provides adequate support for your older horse.
The 1 1/4″ Kush pad provides enough support without the use of an additional pad. By positioning the pad forward on the withers, it allows the pad to fall back with the grain of the hair as you ride.
The additional support provided by the Kush pad allows enough space under the gullet and keeps your older horse comfortable.