Pad Fitting Frequently Asked Questions

My horse has pockets behind his withers OR my horse is sway backed. Are there saddle pads that will help solve my saddle fit problems?

Here at Best Ever Saddle Pads, we have several customization options for horses with high withers, sway backs, or pockets behind their withers. Visit our Saddle Pad Fitting Guide on our website to read which saddle pads will help fit your horse’s specialized needs and ensure a more comfortable and healthy working horse. You can also send us side pictures of your horse saddled AND unsaddled for a free saddle pad consultation. 805-234-5836 (text) or Email.

Do you offer personal saddle pad fitting and assistance with fitting?

We are happy to provide free pad consultations if you send us pictures of your horse’s back both saddled AND unsaddled. Great customer service is our top priority, and we are always happy to help you in ordering the perfect saddle pad to fit both you and your horse’s needs. At Best Ever Custom Saddle Pads, we are committed to getting you and your horse the correct-fitting saddle pad. To help you accomplish this, we have a Saddle Pad Fitting Guide for your convenience on our website or you can send us side pictures of your horse saddled AND unsaddled for a free saddle pad consultation to 805-234-5836 (text) or Email.

Is your pad not fitting your horse?

Customers, with receipt, have 90 days to return their used pad for another pad collection of equal or lesser value. If you are not sure on the fit please take advantage of our free saddle pad consultation, where we help you decide on the best fit for you and your horse. Send side pictures of your horse saddled AND unsaddled to 805-234-5836 (text) or [email protected]

My pad slides under my saddle. How can I fix this?

If your pad is sliding out from under your saddle, typically it means that your saddle does not fit correctly, or that you are saddling too far forward on the horse’s withers OR too far back. If you do not believe you are making these errors, feel free to call us at (805) 528-8009 or Email Us, as you may need a CEO collection pad with a foam cell buildup to combat high withers or other fit issues.

I have a short-backed horse and my pad is rubbing on his hips. Is this a problem?

You should consider a smaller size saddle pad. Best Ever Custom Saddle pads are flexible and soft, and shouldn’t interfere with your horse’s comfort.

My horse seems to be getting rub marks over his loins after his winter coat set on. Is this a problem?

If you notice that your horse is getting rub marks over his loins when his winter coat sets on, you should not be concerned, as it does not mean that your pad is rubbing a sore. When a horse grows their winter coat, the longer hair is older and more brittle than its short summer coat, and it is easier for the longer hair to get caught in the wool fibers of the pad and break off. You should only be concerned if you palpate the area and your horse is sore. Baby powder can be used under the pressure points of the saddle and pad to lubricate the hair shaft and prevent breakage.

My saddle comes right to the edge of my pad in the back. Is this a problem?

If your saddle comes right to the edge of your pad in the back behind the seat, it is not a concern UNLESS the saddle is rubbing on the horse’s hide. If you can position the pad correctly under the saddle, and the pad is keeping the saddle from touching the hide, it should not be a concern that the saddle and skirt are the same length. If you are still concerned that your pad is possibly the wrong size for your saddle, you can consult our fit guide or contact us with any questions.