6 Best Saddle Pads For Barrel Racing 

What Makes A Good Saddle Pad? 

The saddle pad market is heavily saturated. Although that means unlimited options and price points for your horse, it can be stressful as a consumer.

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Barrel Racing

What is barrel racing? Barrel racing is a rodeo event where riders execute a cloverleaf pattern around barrels for time. However, the sport has grown so much in popularity there are ...

Saddle Pad Purpose

Saddle pads are used under saddles for several biomechanical reasons. A proper saddle pad will not only optimize performance but keep your horse as comfortable as possible.

Saddle pads come in a variety of shapes and sizes. They not only need to be an appropriate fit for your horse but also your saddle.

Types of Pads

Materials

Material is also a matter of preference. Most pads use a wool/felt combination, but the addition of high-performance sport foams has grown in popularity over the years.

Top Picks For Best Barrel Racing Saddle Pads

#1 Pick: Toklat T3 Matrix Barrel Shim Pad 

Pros: – Superior technology and impact protection – Contoured fit – Removable insert

#2 5 Star Equine Barrel Racer Western Saddle Pad

Pros: – Easy to clean – High-quality material Cons: – Expensive – Lack of color selection

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#3 Weaver Leather Synergy Contoured Barrel Saddle Pad

Pros: – Great color selection – EVA sport foam Cons: – Steep contour not great for all horse – Short for some saddle design

There are many different types of pads that are suitable for different horses. The type of pad you need will depend on your horse's activity, conformation, and weight.  

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