Handwoven NZ wool blanket felt lined pad
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$389.00 AUD
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Handwoven NZ wool blanket felt lined pad
$389.00 AUD
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Details
The blanket tops on these pads are hand woven from NZ wool, not by me, but by a community overseas who do it the old-fashioned way ... on a loom, not a machine. I only order limited quantities at any one time and won't always order the same designs so if you see one you like, grab it as there is no guarantee I will have it again.
The wool felt is the very same wool felt I use on all my saddle pads - it's not cheap, stays soft and molds to the horse super well.
Spine length is approx 28-29 inches. Total drop is approx 35 inches at the wither and 32 inches near rigging. These are approximate and are not exact as they are handwoven and account for slight =/- margins in weaving tightness and finishing the pattern equally on both sides and at both ends.
The contoured spine is my own cut - the same as my other contoured spine pads - and the wear leather is petite, to go under your leg and show more blanket. If you need it extended (for example to allow for a back cinch, let me know in the comments at checkout). Featuring a small circle leather patch with your brand, initials, name, event/logos engraved onto them. Note that they will come with the MBH logo if no engraving is selected. Please choose from fonts (see product pictures) or attach your brand/logo.
The bottom edge of the felt is not 'fixed' under the blanket, so that the two pieces (blanket and felt) have a little freedom for shaping around the barrel, and avoids another sew line on the blanket top. The front of the wither section of the blanket has no seam in either the blanket or the felt - which therefore reduces any bulk.
The big kahuna with this range is that I have managed to create a close contact version as well. I've only ever seen blanket covered felt pads advertised previously in 18-21mm thicknesses ... but these you can order in a 11-12mm - so the blanket plus 6.4mm of felt underneath.
**note that all monitors show colours differently. I have made my best efforts to describe colours as accurately as I can.
Materials + Care
I use the best materials I can find, from local suppliers where possible. For saddle pads, please only use cool water and mild wool wash and never use a washing machine. A soft rubber curry comb may be used to remove dirt and hair, however I recommened the nozzle of your vaccuum for general dust and hair. As cool as they are, all pads are consumables and they will need replacing once they've had their day. All gear, regardless of who makes it and where it's from, should be checked before each ride. Never ride in worn or broken gear. Nothing lasts forever.
Postage + Returns
Returns are only accepted for workmanship faults, not change of mind. Please choose carefully.