Conquer the most demanding miles with a saddle pad engineered to eliminate pressure points and absorb up to 90% of repetitive impact energy. The Matrix Endurance Ortho-Impact Wide Back pad provides the ultimate therapeutic foundation for broad-backed horses, ensuring both horse and rider remain comfortable through every technical climb and long-distance gallop.

Part of the elite Toklat T3 (Tabor’s Three) system, this pad combines the natural moisture-wicking power of 100% virgin WoolBack lining with cutting-edge orthopedic technology. The "Wide Back" (WB) configuration is specifically tailored for horses with broader conformation or for use with treeless and wide-paneled endurance saddles, preventing the "bridging" and friction that often leads to soreness during high-mileage competition.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Ortho-Impact Protection: Features removable 7/8" inserts combining 3/8" Poron XRD to absorb 90% of impact and 1/2" Viscoelastic foam to fill conformational gaps and stabilize the saddle.
• Wide Back (WB) Dimensions: Specifically sized at approximately 25" in length with a 38.5" - 40.5" unfolded width to accommodate draft crosses, mutton-withered horses, and wide-paneled saddles.
• Bi-Level WoolBack Lining: 100% natural virgin wool pile provides 1" of cushioning under the saddle for maximum protection and tapers to 1/2" under the leg for superior close-contact communication.
• ETC™ Non-Slip Fabric: A breathable, friction-free top layer keeps your gear securely in place over varied terrain without generating heat-trapping friction.
• Contoured High-Profile Spine: The high-profile shape ensures maximum wither clearance, making it an ideal choice for horses with high withers or back sensitivities like Kissing Spine.
• Advanced Thermal Management: High-pile natural wool fibers excel at moisture-wicking and temperature regulation, keeping the horse's topline cool during 50+ mile endurance rides.
• Easy Maintenance Design: Features a Velcro spine for easy removal of inserts, allowing the pad to be machine washed and dried on low heat for professional-grade longevity.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Is this pad suitable for horses with uneven muscling or "hollows" behind the withers?
A: Absolutely. The 1/2" viscoelastic memory foam layer within the Ortho-Impact inserts is specifically designed to compensate for conformational gaps and uneven muscling, providing a level surface for the saddle while the horse builds back strength.

Q: How do I know if I need the "Wide Back" (WB) version instead of the standard size?
A: The WB version is essential for broader horses or if you are using a treeless or wide-paneled endurance saddle. Its wider drop ensures the impact protection extends further down the ribs, preventing the saddle from creating pressure points on a flatter, wider back.

Q: How do I clean the pad without damaging the technical inserts?
A: Maintenance is simple: unzip the Velcro spine and remove the foam inserts before washing. The wool pad can then be machine washed in cool water and dried on low heat, while the inserts should only be wiped down with a damp cloth.

Item Number/SKU: 27-8434-BK