Dressage Saddle Pads

Saddle Pads for Dressage

Dressage - the sport in which you are quite literally dancing with your horse. The correct attire is important for both horse and rider in dressage, but it differs slightly from the other disciplines. Unlike GP numnahs or close contact saddle pads for example, dressage saddle pads are larger in size. This is to accommodate the longer flap and deeper seat which is designed for the rider’s longer stirrup leathers used in dressage. However, this increased amount of fabric does not decrease the number of options one has. Our team at Discount Equestrian has outsourced the best cheap dressage saddle pad options and we will help guide you through choosing the best one for you and your horse.

How to Pick the Right Style Dressage Saddle Pad for You

A dressage-style saddle pad, or saddle cloth, will be straighter cut than a traditional saddle pad, or saddlecloth, to accommodate the shape and fit of your horse’s dressage saddle. 

Through innovation, a need was discovered that reached beyond the once basic formation of a saddle pad or saddlecloth – therefore, the dressage style saddle pad was born.

All good saddle pads should be structured in a way that follows the contours of the horse’s back. This means that the front part of the saddle pad should be raised to ensure adequate wither clearance. Dressage saddle pads come in a great number of color options. However, when in doubt, a white dressage saddle pad is the way to go. Not only is the color classy, but it is also the best color for competition. However, white gets dirty easily, and may not be the best option for everyday, which is where black can save the day. A fun yet also classy color for everyday is a rich navy green. For a more traditional look, consider shopping for a pad with sheepskin. However, be warned that sheepskin requires extra maintenance!

Shop Dressage Competition Saddle Pads from the Best Brands

Discount Equestrian offers a great range of different dressage riding saddle pads, yet Lemieux is the bestseller. Lemiuex saddle pads are a highly sought-after brand for all disciplines including eventing, dressage, and show jumping. Not only do they offer a wide-variety of interesting colors for every style, but they also use recycled material. The LeMieux Suede Dressage Square Reflective Pad in navy is a popular choice which happens to be great for everyday use (doesn’t look dirty so quickly) and versatile for any style (yes your black, white, or even pink base layer will look great with it!)  If you want to go all out and find something to match with your baselayers, try colors such as Thistle or Atlantic. Lemieux happens to have plenty of low to mid-range options, but lacks pads with sheepskin lining. The Woof Wear Dressage Sheepskin Saddle Pad gives you a more traditional look and comes in timeless colors (navy, black, and white). However, the sheepskin does increase the price point quite a bit.

Whatever style you are looking for, it is certain that you can find the best dressage saddle pad at Discount Equestrian. Our team at Discount Equestrian aims to keep pricing for all equestrian equipment as low and as fair as possible. You can find the equipment you need easily by toggling with the buttons and shopping by size, color, bestseller, price, and more. We often have discounted pricing and have a clearance section in which you can save up to 80 percent.