Introducing Toklat's T3 Matrix Endurance Saddle Pads with WoolBack®, an innovative design using advanced technology for the comfort and protection of your horse. This endurance pad is lined with WoolBack®, a natural 100% machine washable virgin wool. Known for its resilient pile, WoolBack absorbs moisture away from the horse's back quickly and efficiently. Select from 3 different inserts or no inserts (pads with no inserts will still have the pocket in case you want to add inserts later). Each T3 Matrix Endurance Saddle Pad has a Velcro spine opening to access the Impact protection inserts.
Note: we may not show every combinations of style/color/Impact Protection. If you don't see the combination that you need, please contact us at 888-286-5528 or email orders@toklat.com.
What are the Inserts for?
The impact of the saddle and the rider hitting the horse’s back can contribute to serious musculoskeletal conditions over time. Extreme Pro and Ortho-Impact offer excellent impact protection to protect your horse’s topline. Don’t wait until your horse has a problem! A saddle pad with quality impact protection can help you maintain a healthy back and prevent problems long term.
How to Select The Best Impact Protection Inserts For Your Horse
T3 Impact Protection inserts are interchangeable within each style of Matrix endurance pad! If your horse’s needs change over time, you can purchase the matching inserts separately. Feel confident about making the best choice for your horse at the time of purchase, knowing you can adapt your pad as needed.
Extreme Pro – 9mm XRD™ foam, perforated for breathability. The “yellow” insert is XRD, a foam engineered to absorb 90% of the energy from impact. Extreme Pro is lightweight, highly effective, and ideal for preventive care. Best for: Horses with well-developed topline muscle that should be protected; performance horses in top condition. We consider Extreme Pro to be most ideal for competitive well-conditioned endurance horses.
Ortho-Impact – the “blue/yellow” insert is 5mm XRD™ foam bonded to ½” memory foam, perforated for breathability. XRD absorbs 90% of the energy of impact; memory foam cushions the muscles. Ortho-Impact works well for horses that need to build back muscle. Best for: Horses with an undeveloped topline, such as young or green horses; horses that have not been ridden for a while; senior horses with a dropped topline; horses recovering from a back injury or soreness; or horses conditioning for endurance.
FlexForm – the “blue” insert is ½” memory foam. Memory foam offers cushioning, but little to no impact protection. Best for: adding a little extra cushion for very infrequent and low impact riding, such as a short ride around a pasture.
Endurance Saddle Pad Features:
- Extremely lightweight and breathable.
- Contoured high profile for maximum wither clearance.
- Ergonomic design for maximum freedom of movement.
- Available in three shapes to accomodate most endurance saddles: Western Endurance, Sport, and English Endurance.
- Sport and English Endurance have a panel of 1/2" WoolBack under the leg for closer contact.
What Impact Protection means for your horse:
- A noticeably more comfortable back and rounded top line.
- An overall healthier back that can build and maintain muscle.
What Impact Protection means for you:
- XRD reduces rebound energy, giving you a more secure seat.
- XRD also helps reduce fatigue and stress on back, knees, and ankles.
Easy Care: Remove inserts. Machine wash cold with mild detergent or hose off. Line dry. Inserts can be hosed off or lightly wiped down with mild detergent and rinsed off. Do not dry in direct sun or with heat.
