An Equalizer® saddle pad consists of open-celled urethane foam, profiled to the weight bearing area of a saddle, and encased in a variety of covers secured with a patented Velcro closure.  The foam accommodates mismatch between saddle and horse while absorbing up to 90% of impact shock.  The open-cell structure of the foam encourages moisture and heat absorption from the horse’s back.  The pad design approximates the curve of the horse’s back which reduces the stress of forcing a square pad to a shape. The Velcro envelope on either side of the spine enables the addition of shims to compensate for low spots, lift, or a bridging condition.  Two style of pads are represented below by generic patterns of which many are available.  Customers designs are normal with customer satisfaction as our primary concern!
Interpads The Interpad consists of two foam panels configured to the weight bearing area (bars or tree) of the saddle.  The foam panels are enclosed in a spandex or quilted cover (shown) access to the foam is enabled by a patented Velcro closure down the center of the cover.  The Interpad should be placed under the saddle on a light to medium blanket.  Generic designs available are dressage, Close Contact/All Purpose, Saddle Seat, Aussie, Barrel Racer, Western, and Endurance.        
Insert Pad      An insert pad is a complete pad that needs no additional pads, fabric felt, or fillers between the horse and saddle.  The pad design is dictated by the saddle profile and tree/bar design.  Many generic patterns are available, while custom designs and variations are the norm, not the exception.  All pads accommodate the natural curvature of the horses spine. The unique Equalizer® foam is captured in a shaped envelope on either side of the spine with a patented Velcro closure for easy access.  Insert pad is constructed with a combination of fabrics such as exclusive Skito wool/polyfleece,  Cotton/Poly Duck, Hemp/Cotton, Cotton/Poly quilt, Jersey fleece, Nylon Cordura and upholstery materials.  In addition, wear leathers (Nylon Cordura)  and rigging straps are standard.  All insert pads are made to order which permits any combination of fabrics the customer desires.

Use and Care  *Always be certain the back of the horse and the surfaces of the pad are free of dirt 
and debris.  Tack up. Allow the Equalizer® pad to warm up for three to five minutes or longer in cold 
weather, before snugging the girth.  Check the girth after warming up the horse prior to starting any 
activity.  The saddle and horse will settle into the Equalizer® foam as it initially warms.  Store the 
Equalizer® pad over or separate from the saddle to enhance drying.

*Cleaning the pad is a matter of removing the foams and machine laundering the cover in warm 
water with a mild detergent, NO BLEACH, and double rinse. Lay foams flat to dry.  The foam insert 
should be rinsed  in a cup of vinegar to 3 gallons of water solution to remove body salts absorbed from 
the horses sweat.  Squeeze, DO NOT WRING the moisture from the foam inserts.  
Place the foams on a flat surface to air dry.    

SKITO SHIM SYSTEM

SADDLE  PAD  STYLE


If horses could talk this is the pad they'd ask for!

All products are Rider Tested and Approved       Wool/Poly fleece blend has been improved to a 80/20 blend
Skito is committed to making your riding world pleasurable for both the equine and rider. Cotton Poly is a blend of 50% cotton and 50% polyester with a weight of 10ounce/yard.  Natural Hemp is a blend of 50% hemp and 50%cotton with a weight of 10 ounces/yard.  Mustard is a blend of 50% cotton and 50% polyester with a weight of 7 ounces/yard.

Pads come in the following colors:

Southwest smoke blue, black, brown, khaki, natural hemp, berry, burgundy, purple, red, champagne, gray, mustard, navy, royal, sky blue, university, forest, Kelly, teal,

   

Start your order today by calling 719-254-3949 or e-mail lanette@tannertime.com