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Saddle Pad Heat Testing

The first two pads that I am currently testing to see how hot they get on the horses backs are a Toklat Woolback pad with inserts and a Reno Star Alpaca pad.

I have heat tested several saddle pads over the years.  Using a pad that remains cooler reduces the heat load on my horse and also helps to improve his recovery times.

If I pull my saddle off on a hot ride and

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Endurance Riding Gear Product Reviews: Saddle Pads (part 1)

Chief at Color Country – almost ready to leave the vet check!

There are so many products out there that I know work well for others so just because I may only be reviewing certain products it doesn’t mean that those other products don’t also work – just that it’s impossible for one person to give very many items a real try out.  Everybody has different experience with products.  What works for one

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