![]() In Australian English, a saddle cloth is usually a square pad worn under the saddle. The term "saddle cloth" has two meanings. Sheepskin numnahs that are shaped to fit around a saddle are popular in some disciplines. Saddle pads of various styles or shapes are used with any type of saddle. The best designs absorb shock and minimize fatigue for the horse's back muscles. When fitted under the saddle, they are approximately 35 inches (0.89 m) square, although designs vary to fit horses of different sizes.Ī saddle pad (US) or numnah (UK) is thicker, usually with layers of felt, foam or other modern material sandwiched between a tough outer cover on top and a soft cover on the side in contact with the horse. It is usually made of wool, cotton, or synthetic fabrics with similar characteristics. The most blanket-like style is associated with the American-style western saddle. Although a pad or blanket cannot take the place of a properly fitted saddle, pads with shims or blankets with a special design can partially compensate for minor fitting problems. Some are a single thickness, others are made to be folded and used with a double thickness. ![]() Saddle blankets have been used for many centuries with all types of saddles. There are lighter types of saddle cloth, such as the shabrack, used primarily for decorative purposes, often placed over the top of a more utilitarian pad. These are usually used to absorb sweat, cushion the saddle, and protect the horse's back. The terms saddle blanket, saddle pad (or numnah), and saddle cloth refer to blankets, pads or fabrics inserted under a saddle. A modern western saddle pad, with blanket design on top, fleece underneath, and felt or foam padding on the inside JSTOR ( May 2014) ( Learn how and when to remove this template message)Ī traditionally styled western saddle blanket A modern saddle pad of a shabrack-type design A western saddle placed over a saddle blanket.Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. ![]() Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. This article needs additional citations for verification. ![]()
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