Mattes

All Mattes products are made from 100% natural sheepskin. The properties of their sheepskin include heat dissemination, and breathability, as well as the ability to eliminate friction and bounce. These properties can't be imitated by wool pile, artificial fiber products, or foam. The design of the Mattes sheepskin products allow the pads to follow the contours of the horses back with no edges, ridges, or seam that can cause soreness.

Most important, the patented Spine Free design, and the anatomically correct topline provide unbeatable protection for the horse. The spine is not in contact with any seams, fabric, or tension, which eliminates the risk of rubs and pressure on this very sensitive area. There are NO seams in the hides; any part of the Mattes pad in contact with the horse’s back is one piece, therefore no rough edges, particularly after washing.

Mattes pads are also available with a correction system. The correction system allows for shims to be added to pad. The correction system is ideal for horses that are out of shape/form or returning from an injury, where incremental correction may be needed as the horse returns to its competition or recreational form. It can also be used for one-sided horses or as a variable rear or front rise. It should be stressed that these half pads are not designed for correcting an ill-fitting saddle. They are intended to assist in corrections needed to make well-fitting saddles more balanced under reasonable cicumstances due to injuries, layoffs, or intense training situations. Sheepskin panels and pockets for shims. Includes 4 front and 2 rear shims. These shims are easily installed in 5mm layers as needed. These shims allow airflow, have no bounce, can easily be cut for custom fit, and prevent anything from coming in contact with the sensitive spinal area.

Another great thing about Mattes is that they have a ton of different options-so there is something for everyone! Several different pad shapes from half pads to euro fit pads are available as well as custom color options to make your pad one-of-a-kind.

Velvet Quilting: The velvet pads have the same shape and quality that one has come to expect from the Mattes line, but are slightly thicker and the diamond in the quilting is a bit larger to accommodate the denser fabric. Since the velvet is a microfiber material the fabric repels dirt easier than a typical cotton pad, allowing for more use and less washing. But if you do need to wash it, don't worry because like all Mattes pads the Velvet Collection is machine washable, liquid Melp is recommended when washing.

Euro-Fit Pads: Available with or without correction. The Euro-Fit pattern offers a stylish line along the bottom edge of the pad. The sheepskin panels offer protection under the saddle, while the "bare" (unlined) flaps minimize bulk under the rider's leg. The flaps are quilted with a layer of Poly-Flex that absorbs energy and eliminates bounce.

Square Pads: The square pad is a classic and is perfect for showing! The square pad offers sheepskin panels that provide protection while the "bare" or unlined flaps minimize bulk under the rider's leg. the flaps are quilted with a layer of Poly-Flex, a material that absorbs energy and eliminates bounce. The half pad is available with or without correction.

Half Pads: The half pad is like a more modern square pad, also available with or without correction. It offers sheepskin panels that provide protection to the back and spine without adding any bulk under the riders leg.

It is recommended that you use Melp when washing your Mattes Sheepskin pads. Melp is formulated to protect your Mattes product by not only cleaning the wool, but by actually regreasing the hide which restores the elasticity and other properties of the wool and hide. In order to maintain your satisfaction guarantee warranty for Mattes products Melp must be used when washing.

All Mattes products are made from 100% natural sheepskin. The properties of their sheepskin include heat dissemination, and breathability, as well as the ability to eliminate friction and bounce. These properties can't be imitated by wool pile, artificial fiber products, or foam. The design of the Mattes sheepskin products allow the pads to follow the contours of the horses back with no edges, ridges, or seam that can cause soreness.

Most important, the patented Spine Free design, and the anatomically correct topline provide unbeatable protection for the horse. The spine is not in contact with any seams, fabric, or tension, which eliminates the risk of rubs and pressure on this very sensitive area. There are NO seams in the hides; any part of the Mattes pad in contact with the horse’s back is one piece, therefore no rough edges, particularly after washing.

Mattes pads are also available with a correction system. The correction system allows for shims to be added to pad. The correction system is ideal for horses that are out of shape/form or returning from an injury, where incremental correction may be needed as the horse returns to its competition or recreational form. It can also be used for one-sided horses or as a variable rear or front rise. It should be stressed that these half pads are not designed for correcting an ill-fitting saddle. They are intended to assist in corrections needed to make well-fitting saddles more balanced under reasonable cicumstances due to injuries, layoffs, or intense training situations. Sheepskin panels and pockets for shims. Includes 4 front and 2 rear shims. These shims are easily installed in 5mm layers as needed. These shims allow airflow, have no bounce, can easily be cut for custom fit, and prevent anything from coming in contact with the sensitive spinal area.

Another great thing about Mattes is that they have a ton of different options-so there is something for everyone! Several different pad shapes from half pads to euro fit pads are available as well as custom color options to make your pad one-of-a-kind.

Velvet Quilting: The velvet pads have the same shape and quality that one has come to expect from the Mattes line, but are slightly thicker and the diamond in the quilting is a bit larger to accommodate the denser fabric. Since the velvet is a microfiber material the fabric repels dirt easier than a typical cotton pad, allowing for more use and less washing. But if you do need to wash it, don't worry because like all Mattes pads the Velvet Collection is machine washable, liquid Melp is recommended when washing.

Euro-Fit Pads: Available with or without correction. The Euro-Fit pattern offers a stylish line along the bottom edge of the pad. The sheepskin panels offer protection under the saddle, while the "bare" (unlined) flaps minimize bulk under the rider's leg. The flaps are quilted with a layer of Poly-Flex that absorbs energy and eliminates bounce.

Square Pads: The square pad is a classic and is perfect for showing! The square pad offers sheepskin panels that provide protection while the "bare" or unlined flaps minimize bulk under the rider's leg. the flaps are quilted with a layer of Poly-Flex, a material that absorbs energy and eliminates bounce. The half pad is available with or without correction.

Half Pads: The half pad is like a more modern square pad, also available with or without correction. It offers sheepskin panels that provide protection to the back and spine without adding any bulk under the riders leg.

It is recommended that you use Melp when washing your Mattes Sheepskin pads. Melp is formulated to protect your Mattes product by not only cleaning the wool, but by actually regreasing the hide which restores the elasticity and other properties of the wool and hide. In order to maintain your satisfaction guarantee warranty for Mattes products Melp must be used when washing.