Rated 3 out of
5
by
OTTBhj0312 from
Unfortunately
I bought the shaped pad in May and used it about 5-6 times per week, and yesterday (November 20) I was untacking and found the pad ripped right down the spine. This is super unfortunate because I love the shape and it seemed to work well.
Date published: 2019-11-23
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Frankie from
Not for jumping
Have always liked all Smartpak products. This pad however lasted a week (4 rides). I jumped at the end of the week and it ripped down the middle.
Date published: 2019-10-29
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Ernie from
Poor quality
After one month of daily use it started to rip in the middle section of the pad.
Date published: 2019-10-01
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Tikidoc from
Does not hold up.
Does the job but does not hold up. I got about a month’s use out of mine (contour pad) and now there is a sizable hole at the withers.
Date published: 2019-08-12
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Gail from
Rips way to easily
It works but has two rips already. Use the gel pad instead.
Date published: 2019-08-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Natalie from
Useful
Definitely prevents saddle slippage. Looks new after 3 years
Date published: 2019-07-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
aredford from
It seems to help
I bought this to help with my saddle staying in place... It seemed to help, but I'm not sure if it's as good as the tacky pads by reinsman.
Date published: 2019-07-03
Rated 3 out of
5
by
EmRob from
Does It's Job
For the price, this is a good purchase. My young horse is going through growth changes, and as we work with the saddle fitter, this helps keep the saddle where it should be. Super easy to clean as well.
However, I've only had it a few weeks and it has already ripped. The hole is small and does not affect it's function so I'm not returning the pad as I won't be using it forever, but durability is definitely not long with this one.
I'm going to recommend, but if you are considering buying, note for yourself how much you'll be using the pad!
Date published: 2019-05-22
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Allie from
Good thing it's cheap!
Barley helped with slipping on my semi-round WB mare. I got one from another company that is more gel like material and it works so much better. This one ripped after maybe 3 uses.
Date published: 2019-01-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Titi from
Worked perfect!
I just bought this because everything was sliding. I put it directly on the horses back, under my half pad. Everything stayed in place. I will use it every ride. SmartPak was very helpful in guiding me to this product to fit my needs.
Date published: 2019-01-20
Rated 2 out of
5
by
The Mane Attraction from
Love it, but it rips.
So far I’ve bought two of these pads. While they do help with being no slip, they RIP instantly almost. The first one I bought lasted me over a month. The one I currently have lasted TWO DAYS. While I wait for my new saddle this one will have to do, but they should really consider rethinking the overall integrity of this pad to make it a little more stable.
Date published: 2018-10-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rose from
Awesome pad!
I recently got a (new to me) used saddle that ended up being a smidge wider than my old one and while it does fit it tends to slide forward halfway through a ride on my little short backed hanoverian. Decided to give this a try and it works great! Completely fixed the slip problem! Love the all over perforation, its quite breathable (I love in north california and our summers get well over the 100s). While the pad does seem to be good quality, its still quite thin so I would just be careful when taking it off after a ride so it doesn't tear. I got the contoured one which fits my 17.5 dressage saddle perfectly (has room to spare front and back but doesnt stick out at all) customer service with smartpak great as always, will definitely be ordering more of these!
Date published: 2018-06-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Chloe from
Great
Got this cause my all purpose pad is always slipping, it stays perfectly still with this!
Date published: 2018-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Riva from
Perfect!
This non slip pad does the job! I like that it is breathable and contoured. It completely stopped the saddle from slipping back.
Date published: 2018-05-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Nikkismom from
Wonderful. Made a world of difference on my "slipping" English saddle.
Date published: 2018-04-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
camk from
perfect
worked perfect w/ my sliding dressage saddle pad placed under the pad
Date published: 2018-03-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Smoothsailing91 from
Great non slip pad at exceptional price
We use this pad on my WB jumper, who really likes his job and can really jump out of his tack sometimes! This helps everything stay secure and still allows his skin to breathe! We love it!!!! It also doesn't break the bank!
Date published: 2018-01-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kathy from
perfect!
This pad was just what was needed to prevent saddle slippage. The pad was small enough to put underneath a dressage saddle pad. It allowed me to loosen up the girth and allow the horse to have some breathing room. It definitely works to prevent any saddle slippage!
Date published: 2017-12-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
jmrobb from
Really works
This pad really works well, my pads don't slip a bit with this pad and I really like the shaped pad
Date published: 2017-12-27
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Meg k from
Was not worth the wait
I have a very big moving uphill horse and my breastplate is working over time so i got this in the hopes that it would prevent the breastplate from strangling him :P
I placed it directly on his back, then tacked up as normal. I didn’t notice a difference at all with saddle slippage. He didn’t get any rubs or complain about it though either!
Also shipping took ages. Took over a week to get to me. At least it was on sale!
Date published: 2017-12-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Weeloop5 from
Great quality
A super product for cheap. Better than those sticky ones
Date published: 2017-12-14
Rated 4 out of
5
by
LT555 from
Works!
It works well to keep my saddle from slipping on my very hard to fit TB!
Date published: 2017-12-06
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Rosie from
Below par durability
I have been using this about a month and a half and it has ripped all the way down the middle of the pad. Very unfortunate because it definitely did it's job of keeping the saddle from slipping.
Date published: 2017-11-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rosa from
Works well
Cant speak for durability as I've only had this for a month, but is well made and serves it's purpose
Date published: 2017-11-14
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Kristina from Rochester from
Great product
I like this a lot! I have to say I purchased this from someone on Ebay ,who bought it from Smart Pak. I have a super sensitive Gelding who is a new horse for me. I currently trying out different dressage saddles . this helps keep them in place . the only complaint is it's runs small. I have the contoured one. but that is perfectly ok, since I lay it behind the pommel so it will catch the butt end of the saddle. this has no bulk to it! which helps my guy ,who is in between a M/W and W in a saddle. and using half pads right now under these saddles I'm trying are too thick in his shoulders. . I hope my description will help others.
Date published: 2017-11-03
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Applejack from
Didn't work for me
It did keep the saddle from slipping once I was in the saddle. My issue was the saddle slipping when mounting and this did not help with my issue.
Date published: 2017-10-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Emmak from
Great product!
Perfect to help the saddle stay in place and reduce any slipping - a must have!
Date published: 2017-09-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Palfrey from
Fixes the slip comfortably
I have ridden with the Smartpak non slip pad for over a month. My very sensitive mare makes no remarks about it under her saddle pad. It does not rub and lays well, conforming to the curve of her back. It washes well also. It has stopped my saddle from slipping on her back.
It has a cloth binding around the edge to finish it. While I'm not thrilled with this feature because I feared it would be too thick, my horse does not mind it, which if you knew her, you would also find miraculous. She is extremely sensitive and ever so opinionat
Date published: 2017-09-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SandraJinFLA from
Very useful product!
I bought one of these a few weeks ago and after using it, I bought another one! It is very useful for my situation, since I live in Florida. We had been having a very hot summer and my horse gets very sweaty even with minor exertion. This pad keeps my saddle and pad from slipping around and makes me feel more secure, without having to tighten the girth too much. I was worried that she would find it uncomfortable, but the material is very soft and the holes allow for ventilation, so she is actually more comfortable than without it. I bought one of each style, the contoured one for the English saddle and the rectangular one for the bareback pad. They are easy to wash with the hose, and then I just hang them over a fence to dry. I can't speak to durability yet since I have only had them a month or so, and the material is quite thin, but that is the point. So even if I have to buy a new one every summer, it will be well worth the price!
I highly recommend this product if you have saddle slipping issues or just want to feel more secure. I am also very pleased with the service and the website.
Date published: 2017-08-29
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Lisa from
Works well
I bought this to help my saddle stay in place while I work on improving my horse's topline. So far it has done the trick. Hopefully in time I won't need it though!
Date published: 2017-07-31